Joan D Shafar

Joan D Shafar obituary, Tavares, FL

Joan D Shafar

Joan Shafar Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Steverson, Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations on Oct. 13, 2021.

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Joan D. Shafar of Leesburg passed away on October 12, 2021, at the age 87. She was born in Webster City, IA on January 15, 1934. Joan was co-owner of Florida Line of Astatula. She loved to fish and enjoyed cross stitch and making teddy bears. She was of the Methodist faith.
She is survived by her children: Jim (Donna) Shafar of Fruitland Park, FL; Don "Donnie" (Konnie) Shafar of Tavares, FL and Peggy (Hugh) Thompson of Leesburg FL. 13 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband: Donald Shafar and daughter Nancy Chambers.
A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Vitas Hospice at 6909 Old Hwy 441 Mount Dora, FL 32757. Arrangements have been entrusted to Steverson, Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations Home, 226 East Burleigh Boulevard, Tavares, FL 32778. Online condolences may be left at www.steversonhamlinhilbish.com

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