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Bill was my first cousin. Though we lived miles apart, he was faithful in attendance at family reunions. He excelled at wrestling at one of the premier wrestling programs in Pennsylvania. That requires guts and determination which he had. Yet in our large family , we saw a big heart, a gentle nature and the ability to be hysterically funny, especially when poking fun at himself. He adored his Palmer aunts and uncles ( about 20 ,including my mom and dad) and they reciprocated in full measure. ...

Jack Price? Jr.

September 04, 2025 | Family

We are deeply saddened to hear about Bill's passing..what a wonderful man to all who knew him..especially to his sweetheart Marlene and all his family. I always enjoyed seeing him when visiting Mom..Fran Conforti..seeing him go out for walks..teasing my brothers David and Buzz as we played cards. But most importantly the wonderful care he gave my Mother Fran..Words cannot express..all I know is he has earned his Eternal Rest and was greeted by many ..we'll deserved Bill All our love Cindy...

CYNTHIA DESMOND

September 03, 2025 | Friend

You were the best Dad a son could ask for.

Mark Shaffer

September 02, 2025 | Family

William's Obituaries

William A. Shaffer (Bill), 88, passed away peacefully on August 31st, 2025 with his family by his side. Bill was the loving husband of Marlene (Marcheskie) Shaffer of 67 years. Born September 10, 1936 in Shamokin, PA. He was the loving son of Kimber and Dorothy (Palmer) Shaffer. Bill served 2 years in the Military after college and then went on to have a long career in retail management. Bill was a loving father to his sons Mark (Lisa) Shaffer and Mike (Doreen) Shaffer. He supported his children and grandchildren in all their activities, sports, and was a fixture on the sidelines at practices and games. His hobbies and values helped define who he was. He loved fishing, long walks, watching sports, and spending time with family and friends. In addition to his parents, Bill is preceded in death by his siblings Francis, Jane Anne, Winnie and Kimber Jr.. Besides his wife and sons, Bill is survived by his 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren, as well as many extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly. The committal service will be held Monday September 15th at 3:00 pm at the Massachusetts Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery. The O’Brien Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. For more information or to make online condolences please go to obrienfamilyfh.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to JGS Life Care, 770 Converse St. Longmeadow, MA 01106 or Saint Arbogast for Miracle Kids at saintarbogastformiraclekids.org

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