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George Shaffer Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - George Benjamin Shaffer Jr., 84, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Frances Shaffer. Funeral services are being handled by Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press from Oct. 30 to Oct. 31, 2009.

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November 5, 2009

Fran and Jane we were so sorry to hear of Georges passing. All of the staff at Charney Chiropractic send their blessings and prayers to your family.

Becky and Kerry
Newport News, VA

November 1, 2009

Betty and I are sorry to hear of Georges psssing. We send our sincere condolences to you Frances, Jane,and Jean.
Betty and Jim Brennan
Fuquay Varina, NC

Mel and Chris Hofler

October 29, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope the Lord's comforting spirit and your friends and family will help ease the pain during this time.

Linda & Dale Coggins

October 29, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss. George did not know a stranger and was a true light in your family. He will be missed by many.

Daryl Perry

October 29, 2009

I am proud to have know such a caring wonderful man. Our time together will be surely missed. I always loved hearing his stories from years gone by and I only with I could still be hearing them. I'm losing a friend, father, and grandfather. Thanks for contributing to the army for so many years and I'm sure you've influenced many

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