Raymond E. Shafer, 80, of Andreas, PA, passed away Saturday,

January 28, 2017 at home. He was the loving husband to Evelyn V. (Moyer) Shafer celebrating 61 years of marriage this past April 29, 2016.

            Born in Mountain Top, PA, he was the son of the late Clarence and Helen (Kirkuff) Shafer.

            He was a heavy machine operator for Kibblehouse Quarry for 35 years until his retirement in 1999.

            He enjoyed hunting in Potter County and fishing in Delaware. He also loved his truck and spending time on his tractor.

            He was a member of Shepherd of the Hills Church in Bechtelsville, PA.

            In addition to his wife, he will be greatly missed by his children, Deborah C., wife of John Hower of Lehighton, PA, Raymond E. Shafer and wife, Tammy of Lewes, DE and Penny L. Shafer of Limerick, PA; nine grandchildren, Christine, James, Raymond, Robin, John, Angela, Crystal, Nydia and John, Jr.; 16 great-grandchildren; a brother, James Shafer and wife, Carol of East Greenville, PA; a sister, Jean Leister of Hereford, PA; and his beloved dog companions Angel and the late Bucky.

            In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by a son, Carl L. Shafer; brothers, Fred and Robert Shafer; and a sister, Betty Schantz.

            A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 2, 2017 at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 527 Hoffmansville Road, Bechtelsville, PA 19505 with Rev. Collin Monger officiating. Burial follows in Shepherd of the Hills Church Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a viewing from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church prior to the service.

            Arrangements are entrusted to Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home. Offer Sympathy to the family at www.mannslonakerfuneralhome.com.