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Stanley James "Stan" Shafer
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Stanley Shafer Obituary
He married Jonnie Marie (Bullock) Shafer on October 20, 1983, she survives.
Stan was a 1967 graduate of Seymour High School, a 1971 graduate of Indiana Central College and received his Master's degree from the University of Indianapolis.
He had been a long time teacher and coach at Custer Baker Middle School and Mooresville High School.
Survivors include his wife Jonnie Marie (Bullock) Shafer of Franklin, IN, his children Samantha Andros (Ed) of Columbus, IN, Jason Garcia (Trisha) of Franklin, IN, Jenny Hayes (Eric) of Boca Raton, FL, Amanda Gray of Louisville, KY, Jennifer Blomeke (Ben) of Kalamazoo, MI, Elizabeth Catt (Drew) of Indianapolis, IN, Benjamin Shafer (Emily) of Indianapolis, IN, Sarah Linn (Derek) of Franklin, IN, nineteen grandchildren Natalie, Caraline, Rebekkah, JB, Nicholas, JT, Sabina, Katie, Andy, Josh, Cassidy, Cooper, Daisy, Theodore, Everett, Gus, Ruth, Leo and Parker, brothers Charlie Shafer (Charlene) of Seymour, IN and Joe Shafer (Bonnie) of Carmel, IN and a sister Jane Dickey of Fishers, IN.
He was preceded in death by his parents Robert Franklin Shafer and Evelyn Anne (Burbrink) Shafer, and his wife Margaret Mary (Fearnow) Shafer on May 9, 1978.
A private family service will be conducted. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery in Franklin, IN.
Friends may call Wednesday October 5, 2022, from 4PM until 7PM at Swartz Family Community Mortuary and Memorial Center 300 South U.S. 31 (Morton Street) in Franklin, IN.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Stan to the Johnson County Garden Club, the Mooresville Consolidated School Corporation Education Foundation at https://cfmconline.org/donors/funds-2/mooresville-consolidated-school-corporation-educational-foundation-fund-1280/
or the Franklin Education Connection 998 Grizzly Cub Drive Franklin, IN 46131 or at www.franklineducationconnection.org.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.swartzmortuary.com. Information 317-738-0202.
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Mark Whitman
October 5, 2022
It is Wed, Oct 5 at 6:00 pm. and I have just learned of Stan's passing. Needless to say, that as college roommates, Stan was and will always be an important person in my life, despite the fact that we have not remained in close contact. He Stan was one of the smartest, kindest and most sincere people I have ever met, and it is no surprise that we was an exceptional teacher. My heart goes out to Jane, Joe and Charlie for your loss, as well as to Stan's wife, children and grandchildren. However, please take comfort in the fact that the memories I and all of our close friends from college created with Stan still bring a smile and always will because he brightened every room wherever he may have been on campus. I just spoke on the phone with Bill Friend and Dan Brackemyre following their visitation. I am so sorry I couldn't have been with them, but they indicate that everyone present was very upbeat despite the loss, which is just the way Stan would have wanted it.
Andrea Clendening
October 5, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Stan was a wonderful colleague when I taught with him at Custer Baker Middle School. My love and prayers are with you all!
Ray Lucas Jr
October 5, 2022
So sorry to hear of Stan´s passing-I was a classmate of Stan´s from class of Seymour High 1967. Ironically we have lived in Mooresville since 1986 and our kids went to school there. Our daughter is a teacher in one of the elementary schools now and was acquainted with him through work- our best to your family
Brenda Willey
October 4, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Stan´s passing. He was one of my kids favorite teachers especially Brandi. He was a joy to take on trips.
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Jennifer Meredith
October 4, 2022
I had Mr. Schafer at Custer Baker. He was a wonderful teacher and to this day I still speak highly of him. He was one of my favorites and I know he will surely be missed.
Toni Gault
October 4, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss!! Again he was my teacher at Custer Baker Middle School many years ago. He was one of the best teachers at that school . Rest In Peace.
Carol Pearson Gill
October 3, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Mr. Shafer was my favorite teacher at the old Junior High. He was a great role model for his students. He will be missed
Sarah Melone
October 3, 2022
So sorry for your loss!! I worked with Stan at MHS and he was also my sons teacher! He was such a kind caring man and wonderful friend! I am deeply saddened by this news . Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers . Sarah Melone and family
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