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Donald Shaffer Obituary

Donald Frederick Shaffer, Dallas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, April 30, 2013.

He was born Dec. 8, 1930, in Wilkes-Barre, and lived in Dallas all his life. He was a son of the late Alvin Adam Shaffer and Ellen Catherine Lines Shaffer, and was the second oldest of seven children.

Donald lived nothing short of an exciting and fulfilling life. He was a 1948 graduate of Dallas High School, and soon after leaving his days of high school mischief behind, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. While in the Air Force, he was stationed in Guam, in the Pacific Islands, during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a flight engineer and was a Squadron Champion boxer.

Shortly before his discharge from the Air Force, Donald traveled home to marry his wife, Blodwen, on May 22, 1954. They would have celebrated their 59th anniversary this May.

After his honorable discharge, Donald began working at Air Products and Chemicals in Hanover Township. There, he started as a welder and eventually worked his way to plant superintendent. It was while working in this position that he was given the opportunity to travel the world and visited such places as Venezuela.

Donald always made time to give back to his community. For more than 50 years, he was a volunteer firefighter at the Dr. Henry M. Laing Dallas Fire Company and served as chief for 17 years. He was also a member of the Six County Fireman's Association for more than 30 years and served as president of the Dallas Borough Council.

Donald was an active member of the George M. Dallas Masonic Lodge 531 F&AM, where he served as worshipful master in 1995. He was a lodge trustee from 1996 until 2012. Donald was also member, trustee and degree master of Caldwell Consistory in Bloomsburg, where he was awarded the Meritorious Service Award.

Donald was a man who always enjoyed his life. He was a loving, kind and easygoing man. He was an avid outdoorsman, and spent much of his time hunting and fishing. When he wasn't busy with all of his other commitments he still could not be kept still. He was always tinkering in his basement or working on his quads and boat.

More than anything, Donald was a family man. He brought much love, happiness and humor to those around him, and he will be so sadly missed.

He is preceded in death by his older brother, Alvin Shaffer; sister, Anna May Kelly; and granddaughter, Ashley Simchick.

He is survived by his wife, Blodwen Lewis Shaffer, Dallas; daughters, Donna and husband Ernie Baul, Dallas, Gail and husband Michael Touey, Dallas, and Jill and husband John Ketchel, Swoyersville; grandchildren and great-grandchildren Bruce Pitts, Jessa Pitts, Mallory Simchick, Amanda Touey, Adriana Pitts and Penelope Pitts; and his brothers and sisters William Shaffer, Dallas, Kenneth Shaffer, Florida, Carolyn Purvin, Shavertown, and Richard Shaffer.

Funeral will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. from the Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas, with the Rev. Ronald Cease, Pastor of Valley View Union Chapel, officiating. Friends may call Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. George M. Dallas Masonic Lodge 531 will conduct a Masonic service at 8 p.m.

Published by Times Leader on May 2, 2013.
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Dear Donna and family,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. He sounds like he was a wounderful person to know. I hope the memories that you have of him will help you through this difficult time.
Sincerely,

Paulette Albosta

May 9, 2013

My deepest sympathies Aunt Blod, Donna, Gail and Jill. Thoughts and prayers coming your way.

Eileen Shaffer Van Boxtel

May 7, 2013

Dear Donna, Gail, and Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences upon your Dad's passing. But rejoice in the rich life he led and that his legacy lives on in you, your children, and grandchildren. May he be peacefully looking down upon you!

Sincerely,
Fred and Lydie Schulze

Fred (DHS-75) and Lydie Schulze

May 7, 2013

Rest In Peace Uncle Don. I have a fond memory of going Deep Sea fishing with him and my dad.

Ken Shaffer

May 4, 2013

May 3rd 2013

Don, Donnie, Daddy, Poppy; No matter how you knew my grandfather, he was the kind of man you could never forget. He was a man who wore many hats; Airforceman, firefighter, fire chief, mason, hunter, fisherman, football fan, husband, father, grandfather. But the thing about him was that no matter what hat he wore or what name you knew him by, he was always the same man.

He was the kind of man who never bore any ill will towards anyone.
He was the kind of man who would jump into action without hesitation
He was the kind of man who gave everything he could to those he loved and never thought twice about what he would get in return
He was the kind of man who loved his family above all else and always let them know.
He was the kind of man who could make you smile with a colorful limerick or joke.
He was the kind of man who could never be kept still
He was the kind of man who was always proud of his children and grandchildren
He was the kind of man who always believed in living life to its fullest, and always took each day as it came
He was the kind of man who never sugar coated anything, except his food.
He was the kind of man who loved to share an old story with his brothers and sisters.
He was the kind of man that would help you with anything
He was the kind of man who would fix anything (even if it wasn't broken)
He was the kind of man who that if you became his friend you would be his friend forever.
He was the kind of man who could reset his own dislocated shoulder, or cut a fishing hook from his own skin,
But he was the kind of man that couldn't stand to watch a movie where John Wayne died.
He was the kind of man who loved life, and always enjoyed it
He was the kind of man that called things as he saw them, no matter what…no fuss no frills
He was the kind of man that no matter how he felt, he would always tell you he felt good.
He was the was the kind of man that always treated everyone with respect, no matter who they were, where they came from, or what they had.

All in all he was a kind man

I can honestly say that my grandfather was pure of heart. He was a wonderful, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. We all loved him so much, and we will miss him forever.

And Poppy you always wanted me to find Joe Pa down at Penn State, now its your turn to find him.
Love Your Family

Gail Touey

May 4, 2013

Blod and family - I was deeply saddened when I read of Don's passing. I will always remember my days in the fire department and I am certain that between me, Tim and Teddy we contributed to quite a few grey hairs on the chief's head. To this day I have yet to meet another man with the passion that Don had for life. He will be missed. Rest In Peace Chief.

Mike McFadden

May 3, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Malcolm Brunges

May 2, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

JOE BUTZ

May 2, 2013

Dad, your battle is now over, no more
tears flowing down your cheeks.
No more pain, no more suffering, now
you are no longer weak.
I still do not understand why this had
to happen to you, but I am proud to
say you are my DAD, the greatest man
I ever knew.
You were always there for me, and never
once made me cry.
Our time together was memorable and
God took you way to fast.
But the most precious thing to me was
you being there for my first breath,
and me being there for your last.

Love you always and forever
Jill

May 2, 2013

R.I.P. Brother Shaffer

May 2, 2013

Rest in Peace.

Sue Landskroener

May 2, 2013

We are so very sorry to hear of Dons passing. We will always remember the great times we shared during Bazaar seasons. Don always had a smile on his face and something good to say. Rest in Peace Chief!

Maryanne and Bill Stogoski

May 2, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss. Donny will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. May your memories and faith comfort you at this time.
Tony and Patty Ruggere

Patty Ruggere

May 2, 2013

Our Thoughts are with the Shaffer Family at this time. Remembering you and your loved one always.
Stephen Hartman
Angelo Macario
Honeybrook, PA

Stephen Hartman

May 2, 2013

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