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1937
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2016
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Joseph Schaffernoth Obituary
Joseph A. Schaffernoth of Berkeley Heights, N.J. passed away peacefully after a hard fought battle with cancer, surrounded by his family on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at the age of 78.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass on Friday, June 24th at 10:45 AM at St. Teresa of Avila Church, Morris Ave, Summit. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Paul Ippolito Berkeley Memorial.
Joseph was born in Trenton, N.J. to Charles and Anna Schaffernoth and was a longtime resident of Berkeley Heights, N.J. After high school Joseph was drafted to play Major League Baseball where he played for the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland Indians as a Pitcher for several years until suffering a shoulder injury. After his professional baseball career Joseph worked as a manager for the Palnut division of TRW until his retirement. Joseph's greatest joy was spending time with his family and attending all his grandchildren's activities. He also enjoyed golfing with his buddies.
Joseph is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years Patricia Schaffernoth (nee Mazzucco), his loving children: LuAnn Lyons and her husband Paul and Lauren DeFuria and her husband Brian, brothers: Charles and Dale Schaffernoth and cherished grandchildren: Bradford, Zachary, Derek, Gavin, Curtis, Morgan and Justin.
In lieu of flowers kindly consider a donation to the Berkeley Heights Vol. Rescue Squad in Joseph’s memory.
Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Schaffernoth
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Jerry Sinclair
July 30, 2016
To the family of Joe Schaffernoth,
I have lived in Jacksonville, FL my entire life. Growing up in the sixties, my dad would take me to watch the Jacksonville Suns play. I was fascinatted with the double pump action of Joe and his famous fastball. Joe was a true hero of mine. I was curious as to what I would find on the internet and discovered that I just missed his funeral by one month. I was touched that Joe had been married for over 50 years. My condolences to the entire family. Joe lived a full and fruitful life.
God bless.
P. Rocco
June 23, 2016
Joe was a wonderfully kind and gregarious man who dealt with many years of adversity with incredible grace and dignity. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathy to the extended Schaffernoth family.
June 22, 2016
My sincere condolence to the Schaffernoth family for the loss of your beloved one. May the God of tender mercy and peace strengthen you during this difficult time.
Ron Grau
June 22, 2016
My most sincere sympathy to the Schaffernoth family........I have fond memories of having Mr. Schaffernoth's baseball cards in my collection and seeing him pitch on TV, particularly when he was with Cleveland against the Yankees, as I grew up in Cranford, NJ........I really did not realize that all this time, he was nearby in Berkeley Heights, also in Union County......May he rest in peace.........
Bunnie
June 20, 2016
Sorry for your loss. Grief can be so hard but the love and support from f family and friends help cope. Draw close to God and he will draw close to you.
Joe C
June 20, 2016
I only got to spend a few hours with Joe, but it didn't take me long to figure out that I really, really liked him. I'll never forget the knowledge and kind words he imparted on me during our chat after dinner. He was a humble, brave, and loving man, and I feel lucky for having known him, even for a short time. My deepest condolences to his wife and family during this difficult time.
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