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Christopher Schaffer Obituary

Christopher Charles Schaffer, 25, of Lower Alsace Township passed away unexpectedly Sunday, January 29th, 2023. Born in Reading, he is the son of Gary L. and Bonnie L. ( Lightcap ) Schaffer. Christopher is the fiancé of Amber Amin Wilton, CT. He was a 2016 graduate of Antietam Valley High School. Christopher was employed by Redner`s Carsonia Avenue for the past 5 plus years. He loved his job and co-workers equally. Christopher was a co-founder and one of many voices on a popular Youtube channel, Schaffrillas Productions. Christopher was an avid Nascar, Indycar, F1 and FE1 Racing and music of all kinds. He was also a passionate gamer. He loved I-RacIng and Nascar Racing. He also had a passion for NASA and the stars. In addition to his parents, Christopher is survived by 3 siblings: Chad E., husband of Dana Schaffer, Muhlenberg Twp.; Jessica, wife of Justin Crawford, Temple; and William Fisher, fiancé of Amanda Readinger, Oley. A paternal grandfather, Norman Schaffer, Reading, and a maternal grandmother, Patricia Lightcap, Wernersville, 5 nieces, and 3 nephews also survive him. A funeral service will be held Saturday, February 11th, 2023, at 1 P.M., at Stitzel Family Funeral Home, 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale, PA 19605. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. A viewing will be held two hours prior to the service in the funeral home from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. Online condolences may be expressed at www.StitzelFamilyFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Reading Eagle from Feb. 3 to Feb. 5, 2023.

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Michele Bleacher

February 6, 2023

Chris was always a quiet kid who was loyal to his friends. I am sorry for his families loss.

Sue Whalen

February 5, 2023

To Bonnie and Family
I am so sorry to hear about Chris passing away. I remember him coming in to Berkshire Commons.
When we worked there . Again so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time

Robin and Brian Crammer

February 5, 2023

We are so sorry Bonnie and Gary. We love you both

Robin and Brian Crammer

February 5, 2023

So very sorry Bonnie and Gary. We love you boyj!

Kathleen Serrani

February 5, 2023

So very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family. God bless, Lenny & Kathy Serrani

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