Randall James Schaeffer, 56, of Butler, died Thursday at 5:20 p.m. at the Butler V.A. Medical Center.

Born Sept. 2, 1950, he was the son of Herbert and Nellie Stewart Schaeffer.

Schaeffer was raised Lutheran and worked as a mechanic at Berry Metal in Harmony and General Rental in Cranberry Township.

He was a veteran of the Army and served during the Vietnam War. He was also a member of American Legion Post 117.

Surviving are his companion, Emily; two brothers, Herman and Russell Schaeffer; a son, James; two daughters, Shannon and Terry; and several grandchildren.

<B>SCHAEFFER</B> — There will be no public visitation or funeral service for Randall James Schaeffer, who died Thursday, Sept. 28, 2006. Arrangements are being handled by <B>THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME.</B>Information also is available at www.thompson-miller.com.