Barry L. Hafer

Barry Lee Hafer, 68, died October 26, 2025 in his Oley residence. Born March 31, 1957, in Reading, he was a son of Anna L. (Cleaver) Hafer of Oley, and the late Willard Burton Hafer, who died in 2021. He was a 1975 graduate of Oley Valley High School, and attended Penn State University for business. Barry was employed with Acme Markets for a number of years, and Redner's Markets for 23 years, before retiring in 2024. He was a member of Frieden's United Church of Christ, Oley. A music lover, he enjoyed playing records and going to concerts. He also loved going to movies, reading, and enjoyed the shore. Surviving, in addition to his mother, is a nephew and two nieces: Matthew A., husband of Kimberly A. Hafer; Tiffany A., wife of Justin M. Ollar; and Hillary Bratz. There are also seven great nieces and nephews: Jake, Kayla, Cheyenne, Cody, Charlee, Colt, and Ella. He was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Bonnie Hafer; and lifelong companion, James Heresko. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Stitzel Family Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., Oley, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Friedens UCC, 337 Main Street, Oley, PA 19547. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Barry L. Hafer, please visit our floral store.