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Andrew J. Shaffer

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Andrew J. Shaffer
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Andrew J. Shaffer

Andrew J. Shaffer, 93, of Canonsburg, died Friday, January 15, 2021, in his home, in the presence of his family. He was born September 19, 1927, in Smock, a son of George and Mary Thomas-Shaffer.

Mr. Shaffer proudly served his country in the United States Army-Air Force.

Prior to his retirement, he had a long career as an electronics technician leader at RCA.

He enjoyed oil painting, wood carving, family history, archery and gardening.

Surviving are his daughters, Phyllis (Michael) Balaschak of Whitehall, Brenda “Tiny” (Vincent E.) Celento of Eighty-Four; brother Thomas Shaffer of Houston; sister Dorothy Seese of Upper Middletown; grandchildren Danyelle (Andrew) Brulia, Justin (Amy) Celento and Brad (Hadar Glazer) Celento; nine great-grandchildren, Vinny, Rylin, Jamie, Justin Jr., Jayden, Jace, Toby, Ella and Cooper; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Olive Shaffer, who died November 26, 2003; his brothers, John, Frank, James, Charles and Walter Shaffer.

Due to uncertainties associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no public visitation, and services with Brad Celento officiating followed by burial in the Oak Spring Cemetery will be private. Arrangements are private and entrusted to Sollon Funeral and Cremation Services, LTD, 30 East College Street, Canonsburg, Phillip L. Sollon, supervisor, 724-746-1000.

Visit www.sollon.com to leave condolences.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests memorial contributions be made to Concordia Hospice of Washington, in Andrew J. Shaffer’s name.

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