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Randy Schaeffer Obituary
Randy Schaeffer, 64, of Reading, passed away October 22, 2014 in the Reading Hospital.
Born in Paradise, PA, he was the son of the late Stewart E. and Lucille C. (Dubbs) Schaeffer.
Surviving, in addition to his spouse, Bill, is a son, Tom Bateman, Reading; sister, Linda K. Bergan, wife of John L. Bergan, Boyertown; sister-in-law, Judy Mumbauer, wife of Larry Mumbauer, Quakertown; niece, Kelly L. Moyer, wife of Cary E. Moyer, Reading; nephew, Lt. Col. Kevin S. Bergan, husband of Jennifer Bergan, Abilene, TX; niece, Lorina Setman, Quakertown; nephew, Daniel Mumbauer, Quakertown.
Randy was the Valedictorian of Blue Mountain High School in 1968. At Kutztown University, he was a double-major in Mathematics and Theatre. He was nominated as the top senior by both departments. Randy graduated Summa Cum Laude from Kutztown University in 1972 with a 4.0 GPA. He earned his MS in Math at Lehigh University and was ABD in Ed Tech.
Along the way, he started collecting Coca-Cola Memorabilia with his future spouse, Bill Bateman. Randy was acknowledged to be the #1 expert in the History and Advertising of The Coca-Cola Company. Currently, Randy and Bill are recognized as having the best private collection of Coca-Cola Memorabilia in the world. Their two books about Coca-Cola have been translated into over a half dozen languages.
Hired at Kutztown University and promoted to the rank of Associate Professor of Math, Randy taught undergrad and grad level courses in Math and Math Ed, and supervised Secondary Ed Math student teachers since 1980. He was the recipient of the 2013 Arthur and Isabel Wiesenberger Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching.
He served on myriad committees, often as chair, such as campus-wide chair of Curriculum, General Education, and KU Senate President. His recent KU Commencement address in May 2014 has been acclaimed as the best such address in memory.
His tireless work ethic, congenial manner, quick smile, and sense of humor enriched life at KU, the world of Coca-Cola collecting, and anyone he knew.
Services will be Monday, October 27, 2014 at 12 noon in Schaeffer Auditorium at Kutztown University, 15200 Kutztown Rd., Kutztown, PA. Receiving of friends and family will be 10:00 a.m.-12 noon. Burial at Charles Evans Cemetery will follow immediately after services.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages Randy's family and friends to make donations to the Randy Schaeffer Math Scholarship Fund, set up through the Kutztown University Foundation. Gifts to the Scholarship Fund can be made online at www.kutztownUfoundation.org, or mailed to the KU Foundation, PO Box 151, Kutztown PA 19530.
Bean Funeral Homes, Sinking Spring is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.
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Larry & Sue Williams
November 6, 2014
Shocked and sad to hear of Randy's passing. He will be missed in the family of Coca-Cola collectors.
Deb Gable (Shoff)
November 3, 2014
Mr. Schaeffer was my professor at Kutztown and my advisor from 1990-1994. One time while he was observing me while student teaching I awkwardly put my hand on my hip and pointed at the answer and from the back of the classroom he began to sing "I'm a little tea pot..." He always made me laugh and put things into perspective for me when I was stressed out. I do not think there is a better professor or person than Mr. Schaeffer. He is the reason I continued with mathematics and am a teacher today. I visited him this past November and am so glad I did. As always he made me smile and took an interest in my life. I miss him so much already. Take care Mr. Bateman and family. I am thinking of you all.
Bill taken at the same time.
Bill Bateman
October 29, 2014
Thanks for all the messages. I am sharing then with the family. Best wishes to you all. Bill Bateman
Bill - same time as Randy's picture
Bill Bateman
October 29, 2014
Every comment is important, especially to me. I am sharing them with the rest of the families.
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Kathy Lambeth
October 29, 2014
Randy will be very missed at all the Coca-Cola conventions. I always looked forward to seeing the professors. I enjoyed the 2014 national convention and was so excited to see the both of you on my plane. Always enjoyed all our talks and the knowledge you gave me on Coke collectibles. You will be missed. Our prayers are with Bill and your family.
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Professor Hazel Gamec
October 27, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family. I will always have fond memories of the early days of Coca-Cola collecting with Randy and Bill
Dr. Kim Johnston
Kim Johnston
October 27, 2014
I worked very closely with Randy on the University Curriculum committee when I was a professor at KU. I always enjoyed his calm and congenial manner. Working with him was always enjoyable. I am so sorry to hear of his death. He was a good friend and a great asset to KU. My sympathy and support to Bill and their family.
dave brackett
October 26, 2014
Really saddened by the loss of a true friend for many years in Randy and will keep Bill in my thoughts and prayers
Ed Kaba
October 26, 2014
My deepest sympathies to Randy's family. I knew Randy quite well when we were underclassmen at Kutztown, and I was shocked and saddened when I read of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 26, 2014
So sorry for this devastating loss. Keeping you and all of your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Robin Schaeffer & Fran Clark
Dave Brubaker
October 26, 2014
I had Professor Schaeffer for calculus at Penn State. What I remember most about him is his ability to explain things in plain language and to provide real world examples of why calculus is important (using a Coke can, of course). I really appreciated his style of teaching.
Rest in peace Professor Schaeffer. And may those close to you find peace in the memories they hold of you.
October 25, 2014
My Sincerest Sympathy to the family. Randy was a kind and gentle classmate at BMHS, he always had a smile for you. Ann Miller
October 25, 2014
I never signed my name.The previous words were submitted by me.We grew up together and I even took him for many a walk in his carriage.Suzy hoy (koperna0
October 25, 2014
I was shocked to read of randy's passing.My condolences to the whole family.
October 25, 2014
prayers are with all ,God bless Ed Folk
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