Marjorie J. Schaffer

Marjorie J. Schaffer, 82, of Brookville, formerly of Altoona died Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at her home following a period of declining health.

Born on May 28, 1942 in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late Arlie and Marjorie Kuhn Thompson.

She was a 1960 graduate of Altoona Area High School and was a member of Juniata United Methodist Church in Altoona, PA.

On May 21, 1983 she married Herman “Jake” Schaffer. He survives.

She began her career as a buyer for Gables Department Store, later she worked in the Classified Department at the Altoona Mirror Newspaper retiring in 1999.

Her memberships included Bunco Club and a Bowling Team.

She enjoyed bowling, church functions and spending time with her great grandson. Griffyn.

In addition to her husband she is survived by her daughter, Robyn Moyer; her brother, Richard (June) Burket; her sister, Nancy (Larry) Coon; her granddaughter, Kylee (Carter)Strawcutter; her great grandson, Griffyn Strawcutter; her sister-in-law, Jeri Thompson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Those preceding her in death in addition to her parents are her step father, Richard Burket; and her brother, Harold Thompson.

Furlong Funeral Home, 50 Broad St., Summerville has been entrusted with the final arrangements for Mrs. Schaffer.

A graveside service will be held at Grandview Cemetery, Altoona, PA with a luncheon to follow at Juniata United Methodist Church, Altoona that will be scheduled and announced at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Schaffer’s memory to Juniata United Methodist Church, 808 North 4thStreet, Altoona, PA.

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