Raymond Walter Shaffer, veteran, man of faith

Raymond Walter Shaffer, 93, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away at home Monday, Nov. 6, 2023.  He was born April 22, 1930, in Coal Township, Pa., son of the late Guy A. and Frances (Clue) Shaffer.

Raymond was a proud veteran, having honorably served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War era. After his honorable discharge, he built a career as a steelworker for Baldt Anchor Company in Chester, Pa., retiring in 1994 after more than 20 dedicated years. He loved the outdoors, boating, and fishing with his family and friends as often as he could. Faith was a pillar in his life, and he was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church in Lewes. Raymond was also a former member of West End Boat Club in Delaware County, Pa., and a member of Henlopen American Legion Post 5 and the VFW. Although he enjoyed all his hobbies, he truly cherished the time spent with those important to him.

In addition to his parents, Raymond was predeceased by his beloved wife of 59 years, Louisa Shaffer, who passed away in 2013; his siblings, Goldie Shaffer, Chester Shaffer Sr., James Shaffer and Robert Shaffer; and his niece, Raejean Shaffer. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Ann Bailey of Rehoboth Beach, Albert DiBuonaventura (Donna) of Mickelton, N.J., Denise Grabowski (Daniel) of Estero, Fla., Chester Shaffer Jr. (Michelle), and Rose Rohm, Iris Star, Maryann Wilson, Kimberly Shaffer, all of Coal Township, Pa; his great-niece, Rachel Wilke (Reece) of Haddon Township, N.J.; and his great-great-nephew, Jack Paul Wilke.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 20, at Bethel United Methodist Church, 129 W. 4th St, Lewes.

Final care for Raymond has been entrusted to Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Raymond’s memory to Bethel United Methodist Church, 129 W. 4th St., Lewes.

Visit Mr. Shaffer's Life Memorial webpage and sign his virtual guestbook at parsellfuneralhomes.com.