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To whom I looked up to from elementary school , high school and always.... See you in the plan, ol´ friend
Rory Knapton
December 12, 2024 | School


Centerville, Georgia
Rod Schaffer centerville, Georgia- Rod Schaffer, 65, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2014, in Dunlap Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dr. J. David and Julia Schaffer; brothers, Matthew Schaffer and Jack Schaffer; and daughter Vanessa Schaffer. He is survived by his wife,...
Read MoreTo whom I looked up to from elementary school , high school and always.... See you in the plan, ol´ friend
Rory Knapton
December 12, 2024 | School
Jacky, I was so sorry to hear about Rod. I have tried to get in touch with you, but can't find a ph#. I tried Facebook, but did not hear back from you so not sure it worked. I am so sorry I would love to talk with you. Pls call me when you can.
Debbie Killian Phillips
December 05, 2015 | Decatur
A friend from The University of Alabama days.....I'm sorry I lost track when I moved to Florida.....always wondered about Rod and what his life became.....so sorry to find his obituary.
Ron Yrabedra
April 05, 2015 | Tallahassee, FL
Was saddened to hear the news about Rod. I knew him as a good and caring man. I know he was an example to many, and will be missed.
Kenneth Ray
February 21, 2015 | Meansville, GA
Thoughts and prayers to all. Remembering Rod brings back so many great memories of SSI, Miller Park and Glynn Academy. You will be missed deeply. God Bless.
Walter Fouche'
December 20, 2014 | Sunbury, GA
Rod was always so nice and a very popular member of the class of '67. His family is in my thoughts.
Pam Beasley McCrary
December 20, 2014 | Atlantic Beach, FL
I miss him. We played drums together for fun. My thoughts and prayers go out to thefamily
Bobby Trebony
December 20, 2014 | Columbus, GA
Rod was one in a million. He was a good friend to all. Karen Ritch Linkenheimer
December 20, 2014

The Days of Clover - 5th Grade with Rod as lead
Always was and always will be my childhood hero... his "lead" character was used in the book The Days of Clover, much true... you will recognize him, changed names... Rod will live and be loved in our hearts forever- this is not meant as advertising- it is the fond memories of the heart of Rod and his family-Rod called me and knew it was him with me and a few special friends in the 5th grade! He touched so many from the earliest years! Cover photo was sketched from his pictures... May God...
Rory Knapton
December 20, 2014 | St. Simons, GA