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Silver Spring, Maryland

MARGARET SHAFFER Obituary

Margaret K. Shaffer (Age 95)
On Monday, December 26, 2016, Margaret K. Shaffer of Adelphi, MD, died peacefully in her home surrounded by her husband and children. She was born in 1921, in New York City, New York to Jacob and Mary Kuzmich. Margaret is survived by her loving husband of 73 years, James H. Shaffer; her children, Peggy (Ray) Schar, Jerry (Bill) Diehl, Gary (Jamie), Bev (Amos) Gardiner, Robin Pernia, Jim (Nina) and Kim (Rich) Lamont. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Friends and family will be received at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20910 on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., followed by a Memorial service and reception. Interment will follow at George Washington Cemetery, Adelphi, MD. In lieu of cards and flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to St. Luke Lutheran Church.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 29, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for MARGARET SHAFFER

23 Entries

Jerry Diehl

December 26, 2023

Mother, you are still such a strong presence in my life. I will always miss you and I think about you everyday. Whenever I´m about to do something that involves a choice, I stop and think, `what would Mother do?´ And then the choice is clear .

Kim Lamont

December 24, 2023

I miss you Mom! I am so blessed to have had such a wonderful mother!!

Jerry

December 25, 2022

Mother, you are always with us and we will always miss you.
I think of you everyday and I´m so grateful that you were my mother!

Jerry

December 24, 2021

We love you Mother! You are in our hearts and with us every single day!
I will always remember how you and daddy made Christmas so magical for us. Best Mom ever!!!

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Bev Shaffer

January 24, 2017

Miss you Mom

Mary Ellen Carruthers Brown

January 4, 2017

My thoughts ,prayers and love are sent to the Shaffer family. We had so much fun growing up across the street from all of you. Mrs. Shaffer was always there for all of us with a smile on her face. I will never forget her laugh ( sorry, but it was often after Jimmy and Johnny did something! ) Even when I moved away and came back to visit, she opened her door to my kids to swing on the swings or play tether ball. What a cherished memory . Love and prayer to all, Mary Ellen (Carruthers) and Randy Brown and family

Jimmy Shaffer

January 3, 2017

Mom you were always there for me. I will greatly miss you. You were a wonderful mother. I have only wonderful, fond and funny memories of you and growing up in loving home.
I Love you,Jimmy

Ruth Johnson

January 3, 2017

Dear Marge, Here are some very fond memories that I have had with you for these many years...Living with you while Jim was overseas and Peggy was a baby 1946. Having the firehouse right next door to us was always waking us up to a very bothersome noise. I always remember your collection of high heel shoes to make you look taller. While living with you I worked at the 5 & Dime and you were always worried about me, since I was walking back to the apartment alone. I enjoyed our visits with Ruth Bennett, years later. We had such fond memories in the Parsonage in Meyersdale, Pa. Goofing off with the "dumbwaiter" was such fun, along with being afraid of sleeping separate, due to the large home. I remember when Jim brought you home to Martinsburg and you seemed to fit in right away, And that's how we became your Family! You were like a sister to all of us. Love, Ruthie

Jerry

January 3, 2017

Mother, You will always be a role model for the perfect mom. I was so proud to grow up as a Shaffer. Thank you for your unconditional love and guidance. I miss you and will love you forever.

Nina Shaffer

January 3, 2017

You were more than a wonderful Mother-in-law, you were my Friend. I will miss you dearly, beyond words. From our cookie making to playing Yahtzee together, along with many fond memories of living with you and Pop, while raising baby Jeremy. Memories I will treasure forever. Missing you an eternity. I love you Grandma (mom)!

Kim

January 3, 2017

Mom, you were the best mother a daughter could have. I always wanted to grow up to be stay at home mom like you. Your shoes are hard to fill! I will miss laughing with you, over so many little things. Thank you for your devotion to our family. I love you!

Kim

January 3, 2017

You were the best mom a daughter could have. I always wanted to grow up to be a stay at home mom like you. Your shoes are hard to follow. I will miss all the laughs over silly things. I could always count on you to make me smile. You are deeply loved. The Lord blessed our family with such a devoted mom, grandma and great grandmother.

Ryan Imbriale

January 3, 2017

Grandma you are the true embodiment of family and love. 2310 was filled with grilled cheese, chicken noodle soup, cookies, and most of all joy and happiness. Thank you for the amazing family you grew and nurtured. We love and miss you!

Traci Dunn Allen

January 3, 2017

Being friends with Kim since 2nd grade, I loved spending time at the house on Apache Street. I wanted Kim's parents to adopt me! There was never a time that Mrs. Shaffer didn't make me laugh. I regret not going to visit these past few years. My heart is heavy for the entire family and my hope is that you find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have. My love to you all......

Scott Imbriale

January 3, 2017

Grandma if you look up the word FAMILY in the dictionary there would be a picture of you and Pop. I always loved coming up for family gatherings and playing football games in the front yard. You will be greatly missed . We love you !

Grandma visiting Pittsburgh in 2005 after birth of Elizabeth

Jeremy Shaffer

January 2, 2017

You were an amazing Grandmother... I always looked forward to going to the many events on Apache Street. You filled the home with so much joy and happiness. We miss you greatly.

Bev Gardiner

January 2, 2017

You were the best Mom. Thank you for only good memories. I love and miss you.

My beautiful, happy Mom. Love you, Bev

Bev Gardiner

January 2, 2017

Merritt Livermore

January 2, 2017

I am so deeply saddened by the loss of Gramma Shaffer. She was an extraordinary woman who personified love, compassion, and great humor. The entire Shaffer family is in my thoughts and prayers.

December 29, 2016

Growing up across the street from the Shaffers was a real joy. Mrs Shaffer loved everyone and we loved her. We are praying for you all. Love,
Colleen (Carruthers), Mike and Hope Olexa

Dr Tom Fenlon and staff

December 29, 2016

What a wonderful lady ....wife, mother and matriarch of a great family. We enjoyed having Mrs.Shaffer as part of our practice family and will miss seeing her.

December 29, 2016

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.

Elaine Murray

December 29, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the Shaffer family. May the memories you have of her, keep her alive in your heart forever.
With much love,
Elaine

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