Stephen Schaffer

Stephen Schaffer, age 85, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on October 10, 1936 in New York, New York to Henry and Sylvia ( From ) Schaffer. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Joel Schaffer. The family founded Sterling Optical Company, based in New York. Stephen founded The Eyeglass Factory, based in Michigan. Stephen attended Horace Mann Preparatory School in Riverdale, New York and the University of Miami in Miami, Florida. He proudly served his country in the US Marines, was a member of Chabad of Bradenton, and has been a resident of Sebring since 2005. Stephen is survived by his loving wife – Sharon; son – Dr. Anthony (Rebecca) of Sebring, Florida. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations may be made to Chabad of Bradenton 5712 Lorraine Rd.  Bradenton, Florida 34211.

Cremation Arrangements entrusted to:

Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home

4001 Sebring Parkway

Sebring, FL 33870

Online condolences may be left at:

www.stephensonnelsonfh.com