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Katherine Anderson Schaffner
1944 - 2023
Katherine Anderson Schaffner
1944 - 2023
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BORN
1944
DIED
2023
Katherine Schaffner Obituary
Katherine Anderson Schaffner was a singer with the Marvelettes, known for such hits as "Please Mr. Postman."
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Cleveland Starr
October 19, 2024
I love watching her in the Sixties she was so BEAUTIFUL
Darlene
February 23, 2024
My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family, many, many friends, colleagues and devoted army fans of Ms. Katherine Anderson Schaffner.
Ms. Katherine Anderson Schaffner was a singer with the Marvelettes, known for such hits as "Please Mr. Postman." She was greatly admired by her fellow artists and all those who knew her. May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by her. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Ms. Katherine Anderson Schaffner. May her music and legacy keep her memory alive forever.
TD
September 30, 2023
My sincere condolences to the Schaffner family. May the God of all comfort provide you the strength to cope with your loss
RH
September 30, 2023
Heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and fans of Katherine. May the God of tender mercy and ALL comfort, comfort you during this time.
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Christine Wayers
September 27, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love and miss her always.
Growing up on Capital Hill, in Washington, DC in the 60s and 70s as a Teen, the Marvelettes Songs were off the chart!! I remember dancing with a young male adult at a party and He asked me for my telephone number and I gave him a note that read:
Beechwood 45-789 and we both laughed so hard and He became my first Boyfriend (l.o.l.). Motown Heaven has added another beautiful and talented Angel Singer to their Choir.
EDO
September 26, 2023
I would like to extend my condolences to the family and friends of Katherine Schaffner. I was a preteen when the Marvelettes came on the scene. The sixties was a great time for Motown music. When you think of the Motown legacy of music, you can't help but think of Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, The Temptations, The Supremes, The Marvelettes and of course the many other artist that came along during that time. Listening to old school music is a way of life in our household. Needless to say, the Marvelettes will be part of music history for all eternity.
May you keep treasured memories of Katherine, in your heart. And may you also find comfort in knowing that those who have passed on in death God keeps in his memory because they are all precious in his eyes.
Anitha Montgomery
September 26, 2023
Sorry for Your loss of a Great Singer
Maxine Boatwright
September 26, 2023
My heart goes out to the family of Katherine
The greatest girl group at Motown. The good old Uptown days in Philadelphia. The Marvelettes had so much class on stage they could really dance. You are with the other members. Glady's, Wanda, Georgean, Georgia. We love you very much. Motown Heaven is full of great stars. Rest in Peace Katherine we love you very much. God Bless You and your family.
Lawrence Cook
September 25, 2023
Rest in power Ms. Schaffner. Thank you for sharing your wonderful music and talents with the world.
DL
September 25, 2023
I was a little girl when the Marvelettes were performing but my aunts and uncles were in their teens. I loved their songs . Nothing but fond memories. My condolences to the family of Katherine Anderson-Schaffner.
RR
September 25, 2023
A beautiful and talented singer, always enjoyed listening to her music. Prayers for the family of such an amazing woman.
Ms. Jr.
September 25, 2023
My condolences to the family of friends of Katherine Schaffner, I remember those songs as a little girl listening to my parents singing dance.
Tim
September 24, 2023
I am a retired teacher from Toronto who worked in a difficult school and one of our best counselors for the kids was Kat. She would fly up monthly to spend the day with "her kids" and one could count on smiles, tears, you name it. Kat became my very good friend and I will miss her dearly.
Wanda Jenee
September 23, 2023
So sorry to hear this! I loved her music and Katherine will never be forgotten.
Robyn
September 23, 2023
So many memories come to mind thinking of all the great music from the Marvelettes. Katherine had such a beautiful voice that will be missed. My deepest condolences to the Schaffner and Anderson families. May God be with you all.
RB
September 23, 2023
Such wonderful music from an incredible singer, loved her voice. Prayers for the Anderson and Schaffner families, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all to give you strength and comfort to help through this very difficult time.
Elizabeth Bell
September 22, 2023
R.I.P. Katherine
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