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Laverne P. Schaeffer Obituary

Laverne P. Schaeffer, 99, of Shoemakersville, PA, passed away Friday, July 1, at his residence.

Laverne was born in Reading, PA, on June 19, 1923, a son of the late Harold Schaeffer.

He was the widower of June M (Swavely) Schaeff, who died in 2008.

He served in the U.S. Navy in World War II, Pacific Theatre, and later worked as a Machinist.

Laverne is survived by a daughter, Beverly Schaeffer, of Reading, PA, and a son, Michael T., husband of Donna Schaeffer of Reading. He is also survived by five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Laverne was predeceased by a son Robert S. Schaeffer, Shoemakersville,

Encryptment with his wife will be held at a time to be determined by family at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA.

Arrangements entrusted to John P. Feeney Funeral Home, Inc. 625 N. 4th Street at Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19601, 610-372-4160. Obituary and condolences at www.johnpfeeney.com.

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