MCPHERSON COUNTY —A funeral service is scheduled at 10a.m. Friday for the 35-year-old killed in the soccer complex tragedy October 17 in Wichita.
Nicholas Schafer was one of two who died from injuries after being they were struck by a pickup on the field at Wichita’s Stryker Sports Complex.
The funeral service will be held at the Countryside Covenant Church in McPherson. Schafer's obituary is below. Click here to view a GoFundMe for the family.
In Loving Memory of Nicholas Allen Schafer.
Nicholas Allen Schafer, age 35, passed away on October 17, 2026.
Born in Orlando, Florida, Nick made his home in McPherson, Kansas, where he shared his life with his beloved wife, Ashley Schafer, and their three beautiful children, Bentley, Adeline, and Faith Schafer.
Nick was a proud Navy veteran who served his country with honor. He had a deep love for the outdoors and found happiness in the beauty of nature and the time he spent outside with his children. He also had a strong devotion to God, and his faith was an important part of his life. Above all, one of his greatest joys in life was being a father. He loved watching his children play the sports they enjoyed and took pride in being there to cheer them on. Seeing his children pursue the things they loved brought him happiness and created memories that will be cherished for years to come. Through his love for his family and his devotion to God, Nick leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and treasured memories.
Nick will be deeply missed by his wife, Ashley; his children, Bentley, Adeline, and Faith; his parents, Dave and Sheryl Schafer of McPherson, Kansas; his brother, Dustin Schafer of McPherson, Kansas; and his sister, Haley Schafer of Virginia Beach, Virginia. He will also be remembered by extended family members, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.
He was preceded in death by his grandpa, Howard Schafer; his sister, Tasha Schafer and brother-in-law, Arthur House.
Though Nick's time on earth was far too short, the love he shared with his family and the memories he created will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. His love for the outdoors, his devotion to his children, and the moments spent together will remain a lasting part of his legacy.
Nick will forever be loved, forever missed, and never forgotten.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2026 from 6:00PM - 8:00PM at Countryside Covenant Church, McPherson, KS.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 6, 2026 at 10:00AM at Countryside Covenant Church, McPherson, KS. Livestream will be available at
https://boxcast.tv/view/nick-shafer-memorial-service-b6cgkxl7wdn5yb3wle63
Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, KS.. Military honors will be provided by the United States Navy Funeral Honors, American Legion Post 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715.