Beatrice Schaffer, 86

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. - Beatrice Schaffer died Nov. 4, at South County Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, North Kingstown. She was the wife of the late Philip Schaffer. Born in New York, N.Y., a daughter of the late Philip and Bessie (Hoffman), she had lived in Providence for over 60 years. She was a sales associate for J.C. Penney Co. for more than 20 years, retiring five years ago. Devoted mother of Jill Schaffer and Barbara Schaffer, both of Providence and the late David Schaffer. Sister of the late Alfred and Harold Hoffman and Martha Lazeroff.

Contributions in her memory may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, Mass. 02241 or the American Parkinson Disease Association, P.O. Box 41659, Providence, R.I. 02940.