Susan E. Shaffer

OBITUARY

Susan E. (McMichael) Shaffer died from a sudden stroke at home, after a courageous cancer operation in June. She was born in Reading, Pennsylvania on January 20, 1948 to the late William J. Michael and Phyllis M. (Sparr) McMichael Druzba. She met the love of her life and husband to be, the paperboy, at the young age of 13. She retired in 2010, after more than 30 years working at Bell Telephone, A-TREAT Bottling Co., and later at FROMM Electric.

She loved Ocean City New Jersey beach and the boardwalk and even tried fishing. She also loved decorating and redecorating her home each season. She volunteered at the Reading Public Museum Arboretum for 10 years and was recognized with a plaque commemorating her contributions and love for gardening.

She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, John E. Shaffer Jr. her son, Nathaniel L. Shaffer, his wife Dr. Rebecca J. (Gusic) Shaffer, beloved grandchildren Quinton A., Logan M., and Raegan E. Shaffer. She is also survived by her brother Timothy P. McMichael, his wife Karen (Lubas) McMichael, and their family.

She was loved by her friends and family for her happiness, generous nature, sincerity, and love of life.

Donations can be made to Reading Public Museum Arboretum in her memory.

A celebration of life will be held at a future date.