Robert 'Bob' R. Shaffer Sr.

SEAFORD - Robert "Bob" R. Shaffer Sr., age 59, of Seaford, passed away Monday, Oct. 26, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford. He was born in Seaford son of the late, Raymond and Helena (Betts) Shaffer. Bob served with the U.S. Coast Guard during the Vietnam War. He owned and operated an Auto Parts sales and service shop for many years in the Georgetown/Stockley area. He was a member of the Scottish Rite. He served with the Merchant Marines and was a Civil Service Plumber for the Naval Facility in Lewes. He is survived by his loving companion, Bonnie Wilkinson; his sons, Robert and Adam; a brother, James; and six grandchildren. A memorial service was held Monday, Nov. 2, at the Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 32013 Long Neck Rd., Millsboro. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Bob's memory to the DEBORAH Hospital Foundation, 20 Pine Mill Rd, Browns Mills, NJ 08015. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.