Albert F. Schiffbauer, 93, CMSgt, IN-ANG/USAF (Retired), passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021 at his home in Fort Wayne. He had been in the care of Parkview Hospice since September 2021 after a three year battle with cancer. The family will be forever grateful for the care he received from Parkview Home Hospice. He was born in Pennsylvania, a son of the late Albert and Margaret Schiffbauer. After graduating from High School, the family moved to Indianapolis. Having played sports in High School, he quickly became a fan of IU Basketball, Indianapolis Colts, and the Chicago Cubs. In January 1948, he joined the Indiana Air National Guard at Stout Field. This began his 37 year military career in the IN-ANG/USAF. In December 1950, he married the love of his life, Betty Bradley. They celebrated their 70th Anniversary in December 2020. He served on Active Duty in the USAF during the Korean War in 1951 and 1952, and again in 1961 during the Berlin Crisis. He was one in a group of four NCO's promoted to the new USAF Rank of Chief Master Sergeant in 1960 by Brig/General William R. Sefton. IN 1972, he was named the Outstanding OJT Supervisor for the 122nd Tac Ftr Wing that included units at Fort Wayne, Terre Haute and Toledo, Ohio. He received many awards and decorations, including the Meritorious Service Medal, the Indiana Distinguished Medal, and the Indiana National Guard Commendation Medal. He was an administrative supervisor when he retired, and had other duty assignments during his career. At his retirement in 1984, he was appointed a Lifetime member of the 122nd Tactical Fighter Wing by the Wing Commander. He was also appointed to the Legion of Hoosier Heroes by the Adjutant General of Indiana. He was a member of the Armed Forces Top Enlisted Association, and a life member of the Indiana National Guard Association. He was a longtime member of Saint Joseph United Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife of 70 years, Betty; son, Matt (Sharon); daughter, Susan; granddaughters, Amy, Ashley, Holly, Kelly, Kristin, Lauren, and Lindsay; and 17 great-grandchildren. Albert was preceded in death by his daughter Sally Mills; and sister, Margaret DeBolt. A private family service will be held at Concordia Cemetery Gardens, with entombment to follow with military honors. Memorials may be made to Saint Joseph United Methodist Church. FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling arrangements.