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Elsie Geneva Shaffer

1923 - 2016

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1923

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2016

Elsie Shaffer Obituary

Elsie Geneva (Yoho) Shaffer

Elsie Geneva Shaffer, 93, passed away peacefully February 13, 2016

at The Arbors after a long illness.

She was born February 1, 1923 in Ona. WV to Clyde and Estella

(Stevens) Yoho.

Geneva is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Ira. She is survived by; daughters, Nicola, Sandy, and

Shirley; sons, Robert (Wendy) and Dennis (Bobbi); seven grandchildren; and seven great-grand children.

At her request there will be no services, cremation will take place. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Hospice Care Center, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron, OH 44333. (ADAMS-MASON, 330-535-9186.)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Feb. 15, 2016.

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February 22, 2016

It was a pleasure knowing your mom. Geneva always had such a kind smile when I would see her. She was sure to ask me if I knew GOD. Her strong faith in Christ was very evident. Your mother will continue to be an inspiration to me and for others who were blessed to know her. She is finally with her beloved savior. I am still giving out your mother's home made crosses. She truly was an amazing person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dr. Matthew Pramik

Nina L. Nowlin

February 15, 2016

My condolences go out to the sweet kind Yoho Family. May God comfort all of you during this sad time. Love and Prayers

Helen Crabtree

February 15, 2016

My deepest sympathy in the loss of this love done. You are in my prayers.

Charlene Cole

February 15, 2016

Dear Shaffer Family:

My prayers are with you at the loss of your mom. I know you will miss her greatly. I remember all of the wonderful ways she loved and served others from her volunteer work at the blood drives to the many cards and angels she sent to express God's love and her love to those who needed a special touch. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Her love and kindness was a great example to all of us. Heaven gained a special angel. May God bring to you His comfort and peace until the day you see her again. Love, Charlene

February 15, 2016

Our condolences to both of you Dennis and Bobbi on the loss of your mom.rest assured she is pain free now and walking with GOD. luv ya Paul and Cindy Wise

George and Laureen Metcalf

February 15, 2016

Dear Dennis and Bobbi, Please accept our deepest condolences. God Bless you both and your family at this difficult time.

Daphne Dingle

February 15, 2016

Prayers for the family - much love Shirley!

Daniel Osborne

February 15, 2016

sorry to hear of your Mothers passing

daniel osborne

February 15, 2016

sorry to here of your mom's psaaing

Julie Dierker

February 15, 2016

Thinking of you, Dennis and Bobbi, during this difficult time. Though I didn't know you mother, Dennis, I do know that you are an intelligent, caring, and decent man, and I know you loved her and that she will be missed. Take care. We love you both.

Pete Hanlon

February 15, 2016

Geneva was a wonderful person. I appreciated the angels she made at Christmas and the encouraging notes she would send or give me as I started my personal walk with Jesus. She was a great witness of the Gospel and now she is an angel in heaven reunited with her husband. Prayers to all of her family as they celebrate her life and mourn her loss.

February 15, 2016

Shirley and family,
My sincere condolences with the passing of your Mom. Sending prayers and may God comfort you through this time.
~Carol Clark~

Fran Whiteside

February 15, 2016

Shirley and family,
What a blessing to know that she is in the arms of Jesus. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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