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BARBARA SHAFER Obituary

Barbara A. Shafer (nee Lief), age 58, suddenly. Beloved wife of David. Loving step-mother of Ricky (Michelle) Sorenson, Christine (Michael) Gardner, and Lisa Shafer. Cherished grandmother of 10. Dear sister of Kathy Raleigh, Mary (William) Fitzgibbons, Charles (Tracy) Lief, Patty (Tom) Lyman, and William Lief. Sister-in-law of Rick (Rita) Shafer. Also many nieces and nephews. Awesome godmother of Erin Fitzgibbons and Patrick Raleigh. Memorial visitation Wednesday, 12 Noon until time of Service 1:00 PM at RICHARD J. MODELL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 5725 S. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60629. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimer's Association appreciated. (773) 767-4730 or www.rjmodellfh.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jul. 8, 2013.

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David & Maria Gardner

July 10, 2013

David , our deepest sympathy in this time of great grief please know you and your family our in our thoughts and prayers .

David & Maria Gardner

July 10, 2013

David , our deepest sympathy in this time of great grief please know you and your family our in our thoughts and prayers .

July 10, 2013

So sorry to hear about Barbara's death. We always considered the Lief family as part of our extended family, and loved seeing you grow up. Stay close. Love, Rose and Jim Pacente

Bridget O'Brien

July 9, 2013

Even though she didn't like to take pictures or wear a pink puffy dress, Barb agreed to be in my wedding and she smiled with each snapshot. That was the way she was, giving and caring. We went to Ireland together and had a blast. She was always so nice to me and I will always remember her as a kind, loving and fun person. My heart breaks for Dave and the Lief family. Barb will be missed very much.

July 9, 2013

To the Lief/Schafer Families - my deepest sympathy. Barb and I were friends in high school and she was a funny, joyful friend. Your family is in my prayers
Holly Nielsen Mastrangeli

Diane Lutchen

July 9, 2013

My sister Janice and Barb were best friends. As the younger sister, even though I was constantly bothering them, Barb always had a smile for me. I am deeply saddened by your loss.

Barbara Pacente

July 9, 2013

To: Kathy, Mary, Chucky, Patty, Billy, and Dave
My heart is broken. Barb and I named ourselves PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY. She is my best fiend. Loyal to each other, we lived to have FUN and we did. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you always. All my love, Barbara (jelly) Pacente.

July 8, 2013

Shafer family so sorry for your loss. Your family are in our thoughts.
Matt Roberts

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Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

G Martinez Funeral Home (formerly Richard J. Modell)

5725 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60629

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10

Service

1:00 p.m.

G Martinez Funeral Home (formerly Richard J. Modell)

5725 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60629

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5725 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60629

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