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Allan Shafer Obituary

Allan J. Shafer

March 31, 2024

MASON CITY-Allan J. Shafer, 22, of Mason City, Iowa, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Rhythm Church, 21 8th St. SE. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 PM Friday also at the church. In lieu of flowers memorials maybe directed to the family of Allan Shafer. Online condolences maybe left for the family at www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are with Major Erickson Funeral Home & Crematory, 111 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Mason City, Iowa 50401, 641-423-0924, www.majorericksonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Globe Gazette on Apr. 4, 2024.

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Apr

5

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Rhythm Church

21 8th St SE, Mason City, IA 50401

Apr

6

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Rhythm Church

21 8th St SE, Mason City, IA 50401

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