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1955
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2023
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Stephen Schaeffer Obituary
Stephen D. Schaeffer, 67, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Thursday, Feb. 16, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street, Pottsville.
Stephen was born June 22, 1955, in Pottsville, a son of the late Helen (Barnes) and Irvin Schaeffer.
He was the husband of Jo Ann (Pogash) Schaeffer.
Stephen excelled in sports at Pine Grove High School, lettering in football, basketball and baseball. He enjoyed fishing and served for a number of years in the Army National Guard.
He retired as a machine operator at Rubber Maid United Metal, Pottsville.
Stephen was preceded in death by a baby sister; two brothers, Edward and Joel; and a sister, Crystal Krammes.
He is survived by a daughter, Christine Schaeffer, of Bethlehem; two granddaughters, Heidi O'Boyle and Destiny Silfies; nieces and nephews. He is also survived by two sisters, Holly, widow of David Morgan, of Pine Grove, and Lori, wife of Eric Hartzel, of Newmanstown; and a brother, Todd, husband of Lucinda Schaeffer, of Tremont.
A Celebration of Life funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21, at Geschwindt-Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home in Schuylkill Haven, with the Rev. Kevin Fruchtl officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9:30 a.m. until time of service. Interment will be in Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven. To extend condolences online, visit www.gsesfuneralhomes.com. Geschwindt-Stabingas Ebling Funeral Home Inc., Schuylkill Haven, has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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Anna Edling
February 19, 2023
So sorry for your loss! Prayers for the family during this time!
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