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Harold Hafer Obituary
Harold "Jim" Hafer, 81, of Benton, passed away November 26, 2017, in Geisinger Medical Center.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Judith A. (Schell) Hafer.
Jim was born in Reading on March 13, 1936, a son of the late Henry L. and Dorothy (Reifsnyder) Hafer. He attended Kulp United Methodist Church and was a Navy veteran serving during the Suez Canal Crisis.
Jim was employed by Richard L. Hafer as a master electrician for 15 years, then Easco/Barco in electrical maintenance , and later Sweet Streets in electrical maintenance. He enjoyed J & J Woodcraft and Judy's Ceramics, loved to play with his grandchildren, was a member of the Roaring Creek and Catawissa Valley Historical Society, RCV Grange in Numidia and helped on the preservation of Fisherdale One Room Schoolhouse. He enjoyed fishing and was a great help to all.
Jim is also survived by his daughter, Deborah A., and her husband, Bernard Blenk II, of Stillwater, Pa.; his son Dennis J. Sr., and his wife, Judith Hafer, of Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; 6 grandchildren: Jason A. Schrader, Christopher L. Schrader, Steven M. Hafer, Dennis J. Hafer Jr., Allyssa F. Pagliaro, Lindsay R. Hafer; 6 great-grandchildren: Alic, Zachery, Lorenzo, Stevie, Emma and Zakary. Also surviving are his siblings: Richard L. Hafer, Morris Hafer, Norman Hafer and Joyce Johnson.
Jim was predeceased by 4 of his siblings.
Services will be Monday, December 4, 2017, at 11 a.m. in Auman's Inc. Funeral Home, 390 W. Neversink Rd., Reading. Burial to follow with military honors in Forest Hills Memorial Park. A viewing will be Monday 10-11 a.m. in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Geisinger Foundation, especially Knapper Clinic in support of oncology, 100 N. Academy Ave., Danville, PA. 17822. Please pay respect online at www.aumansinc.com.
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USS Myles C Fox DD-829
George Gemberling
December 7, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family & relatives of Harold James Hafer. He proudly served aboard the USS Myles C. Fox, DD-829, a gearing class destroyer.
In remembrance of his service to his country:
He took this oath-
Sailor's Creed:
"I have chosen to serve in the United States Navy. America depends on my performance for her survival, and I accept the challenge to set my standards high, placing my country's well-being above self-interest. I will be loyal to my country, its Constitution and laws, and to my shipmates. I will be honest in my personal and professional life and encourage my shipmates to do the same. I will, to the best of my ability, do the right thing for its own sake, and I am prepared to face pain or death in defense of my country. I will be a professional, wearing my uniform with pride and accepting responsibility for my actions. I will set excellence as my standard and always strive for ways to make me a better sailor and my crew a better crew."
Harold, May the wind always be on your back and the sun upon your face and may the winds of destiny carry you aloft to dance with the stars. May God hold you in the palm of His hand."
I salute you!
Major George Gemberling, (USN-USAF RET)
David and Carol Hojecki
December 3, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 2, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jim always had a smile with a story and will be missed at every gathering. A hard worker and someone who was involved in many activities that made everyone he touched a better person. Bill & DonnaJean Gifford
Bruce Raifsnider
December 2, 2017
Harold was my cousin.Sorry for your loss.
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Toni & Gail Kucera Smith
December 2, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Jim, you were a wonderful friend and like a dad to us. You will be missed.
Judy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Raymond Schell
November 30, 2017
My Uncle Jimmy was one of the funniest people I have ever met. He could really tell some stories. I loved going up to there place in the mountains to be with them...I will never forget him. Love and miss you Uncle Jimmy. Hugs.
Your nephew
Bob Pierce
November 30, 2017
It is with great sorrow to learn about Jim's passing. I know Jim & Judy since we were teens. My thoughts and prayers go out to Judy in her loss.
Bob
Skip Young
November 30, 2017
Very sorry He was a good friend!
Sivaram Allamraju
November 30, 2017
My prayers are with Dennis Hafer and Family. I am truly inspired by the way Dennis is dedicated to his work clearly shows the brought up by Harold.
May his soul Rest In Peace.
Debbie Blenk
November 30, 2017
Dad, Love and miss you with all my heart.
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