Dolores Shaffer January 16, 1931 - November 30, 2012 Oakdale - Dolores Shaffer, 81, of Oakdale, devoted and loving wife of 62 years of Gerald Shaffer and beloved mother of Mary Ann and her husband James Wilson of Woodbridge, passed away November 30, 2012. She was born January 16, 1931 in Norwich, the daughter of the late Edward and Mary Agnes Drager. She was predeceased by her brother Edward "Jack" Drager and by her sister Catherine "Fran" Barber. Dolores is also survived by her sister Beverly Solsbury , sister in law Ruth Ann Naples. She leaves many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family would like to thank Emeritus of Woodbridge Memory Care and Vitas Hospice for their kind and good care. A funeral service will be held at the Church and Allen Funeral Home, 136 Sachem St. Norwich, on Thursday December 6, 2012 at 12 noon. Visitation will be held from 9am until the time of the service. Burial will follow in Maplewood Cemetery. To leave an online message of condolence for the Shaffer family, please visit www. churchandallen.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, CT Chapter, 2911 Dixwell Ave. Hamden, CT 06518 or to vitascharityfund.org, or to a charity of one's choice. The Church and Allen Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Dearest Jerry, Mary ann and Jim,
Being a guest on Beach Plum and being cared for and treated by the hostess was a cherished memory John and I will hold forever.
Always in our hearts-
Love John and Michele
December 5, 2012
Jerry and Maryanne,
We are very sorry for your loss and wish you peace in your hearts.
Keith, Margo & Kelim Caron
December 5, 2012
Dolores, Dolores, Dolores....there are so many awesome memories of you I have tucked away...from meeting you in'93, sailing in the Caribbean (Tortola), Cruising the waters of the Caribbean (Eastern, Western, Southern), fabulous times at the club and on the "Beach Plum", long weekend trips to Block, Christmas Eves,Holiday Dinners, wine and scotch,popcorn and board games, the snowy trip to find a saw mill,ham and turkey grinders,fun rides to Mary Ann's and all the wonderful memories we made together. Your laugh was infectious and your smile unforgetable. Gracious and a friend to all...never to be forgotten. Love you my friend...will miss you. xoxoxo
Marilyn Manchester
December 4, 2012
To Mary and "Pops" Shaffer. I am so sorry to hear this news when my Mom called this AM. My condolences to you both and a little message of thanks as I have many memories of Mary and I growing up and it was so much fun with Mom and Dad Schaffer. I have never forgotten you and I think of you often. I still have the little chest we made with the red velvet cushioned top. I know you probably don't remember but it is something I look at every day and think of all the good times @ your house. It's been over 35 yrs and I can still remember her laugh. So long ago and she even then gave me memories I will treasure all my life.
Carol Flewtcher-Carlson
December 4, 2012
U Jerry, Mary A & Jim, A Bev,
may the blessing from above assist you at this time...no words will every replace your loss....cherish the memories. (I am visualize Nana, mom & A Dolores sitting & chatting away)
love & prayers for you all
Bill & Cindy
December 4, 2012
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