Mary Martha Good Shafer, 97, was unexpectedly reunited with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 21, 2022, at Parkview Hospital in Huntington, IN. Though her death was sudden, her family is left with peace knowing that she is in the arms of her Savior.

Martha was born on September 26, 1924, to two loving parents–Samuel P. Good and Ruth Roberts Good, both of which have preceded her in death. She was born in Warren, then moved to Indianapolis with her maternal grandmother–Grandmother Roberts–following her mother's death when she was four years old. In her older years, Martha frequently reflected on these times stating that she was "extremely spirited and rowdy" (which her family very much doubts) which led to her move back to Warren to live with her paternal grandparents, George S. & Lillie M. (Pulse) Good (whose families owned the Exchange Bank and Pulse Opera House in Warren). They raised her and her uncle (Ben Good) as siblings, as they were extremely close in age. Her childhood, while filled with unfathomable struggles and tragedies, shaped her into a God-fearing, selfless, and genuine woman with a beautiful soul. She graduated from Warren High School in Salamonie Township class of 1942, where she was a cheerleader and devoted student.

On March 6, 1943, she married her soulmate, Dwight G. Shafer. They were the proud parents of two sons, Timothy and Richard Shafer. The Shafer family resided in Huntington, IN, where they diligently maintained the family farm while instilling the value of working hard and loving well in their boys. Martha attended Union Church of Huntington County for over fifty years. During this time, she created a lasting legacy while fostering relationships with others, as well as with the Lord. She loved, prayed, and baked for the congregation at Union Church, all while striving to hold every single baby that ever crossed the threshold of the church building.

Martha worked for the Huntington Mutual Insurance Company for 25 years, where she joyfully attempted to spread the love of Jesus one workday at a time. She loved to travel, read, and spend time with her friends and family. She made dolls and knit blankets as a means by which she could show her love for those around her. Martha is also remembered for her ability to entertain. One of her many precise and well-thought-out habits was to have individually wrapped pieces of Texas sheet cake prepared, wrapped in wax paper, and in the freezer for any visitors that she might entertain at the farm. She reminisced that there were always significantly fewer pieces of cake than she remembered making, yet noted that there were frequently chocolate crumbs on the faces of her husband and boys.

Martha's selflessness was beyond striking. Her family, many of whom refer to her as "Grandma Mousie," recount the subtle, yet remarkable ways in which Martha impacted their lives. One could always find Martha taking the most uncomfortable seat in the house, taking the least appealing dinner plate, or giving someone else the bigger scoop of ice cream. Her gentle, yet strong nature shaped those around her. Martha could always be counted on to lend a helping hand, provide advice, or simply encourage others to seek the presence of God. Her generosity and diligent dedication to those around her allowed every person that she interacted with to feel as though they were deeply and perfectly important. She was an active member of the Chautauqua Club, Associate Chapter of Tri Kappa, in Warren, Union Church Missionary Society, and Union Twp. Huntington County Demonstration Club. Martha read her Bible every night before bed and thanked God for her "many blessings." The family that she left behind thanks God for the blessing that she was to them.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Dwight G. Shafer; her parents: Samuel P. Good and Ruth Roberts Good; her siblings: Charles L. Good, Samuel P. Good, Jr., and Phoebe E. Shea; as well as her granddaughter, Geri Zickafoose, and her grandson-in-law, John Dombroski. She is survived by her sons: Timothy (Cinda) Shafer and Richard (Becky) Shafer; her grandchildren: Lori (Richard) Tippett, Jennifer (Nathan) Verning, Wendi Dombroski, Gary Zickafoose, Sheri (Brian) James, Bret (Jeannie) Shafer, and Jeremie Studebaker; as well as twenty-one great-grandchildren and twelve great-great-grandchildren.

Family and friends may gather to remember at Glancy-H. Brown & Son Funeral Home, 203 N. Matilda St. Warren, on Friday, August 26, 2022, from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM. A service to celebrate Martha's life, officiated by Chaplain Gerald Moreland, will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2022, at the funeral home at 11:00 AM; viewing will be held one hour before the service. Burial will follow next to her husband in the Union Cemetery in rural Huntington County.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to The Master's Food Pantry, PO Box 105, Markle, IN, 46770 and/or The Pulse Opera House, PO Box 631, Warren, IN 46792.

Her family urges you to order a Starbucks decaf peppermint mocha, extra hot, double-cupped, or a bowl of peppermint ice cream in her honor.

Arrangements have been entrusted to her long-time neighbor at Heritage Pointe, David W. Ferguson, with Glancy Funeral Homes.