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Henry F. Schaffer

Henry Schaffer Obituary

Henry F. Schaffer Henry F. Schaffer, age 73, beloved husband of Lisa, died May 27, 2009 from late stage Parkinson's disease. Before retiring to Fort Myers Beach, he owned and operated with his wife the Carvel Ice Cream store on Route 7 in New Milford. After moving to Fort Myers Beach in 1992, Henry worked as a real estate agent and enjoyed music, spending time with his many friends in Florida and Connecticut and sharing the spectacular views from his beachfront condo on Estero Island. In addition to his wife of almost 50 years, Lisa, Henry leaves behind sons, Henry Schaefer Jr. of San Francisco and Thomas Schaefer of Groveland, Mass.; his brother, Claus Schaefer, of Lohmar, Germany; three grandchildren, Lyssette, Collin and Eric Schaefer; and daughters-in-law, Regina Schaefer and Ann Marie Schaefer. Donations to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research are appreciated. To donate, please call 1-800-708-7644 or send an e-mail to: [email protected]<http://us.mc336.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]>.

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Published by The News-Times on Jul. 6, 2009.

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Dave & Pam Marsh

July 12, 2009

Mrs. Schaffer,
Our deepest sympathy upon the passing of Mr. Schaffer. You were both so good to us while Dave was working at Carvel's. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Patricia Kuehn

July 6, 2009

Lisa and family,
Memories will give you comfort,
I shall keep you in my prayers.
Patrica kuehn

Herb Mohlenhoff

July 6, 2009

Deepest sympathy to Lisa and all family members! Such a privilege to have once counted them as members of PoP Church! Rest eternal grant to Henry, O Lord, may your light perpetually shine upon him! Fondest regards from Pastor Herb and Ruth Mohlenhoff.

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