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Daniel Shetler Obituary
December 29, 1913 ~ May 1, 2010
Daniel Webster Shetler, 96, died May 1, 2010 with family at his side in his son's home in Ridgefield, WA from complications with cancer. He was born Dec. 29, 1913 in Bay Port, MI to Joseph and Anna Shetler.
Daniel's life was centered around
his family and church fellowship.
He was married to his wife, Charlotte Fry, for 47 years, who passed away in 1986 and was remarried to his second wife, Virginia Friesen, for eight years before she passed away in 2002.
Daniel enjoyed gardening, wood working, reading books and playing the saw.
Farming was a large part of his life. From the high desert of California, to Ridgefield, WA, farming was his passion.
Daniel retired from Clark College in 1976 where he worked as a maintenance custodian. He also sold nutritional supplements with the Shaklee Corporation earning the status of coordinator and received several new cars as a bonus.
Daniel's Christian faith was the foundation of his life. He was a member of Liberty Bible Church of the Nazarene and Gideon's International.
Daniel is survived by his son's and their families: Doug (Linda) Shetler, Dwight (Glenda) Shetler, Dale (Ruth Ann) Shetler, and Donn (Carol) Shetler; step-daughter, Marian (Verlyn) Iverson; step-son, James Friesen; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Sat., May 8, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Liberty Bible Church, 12401 NE Salmon Creek Ave., Vancouver, WA 98686.
Memorial contributions may be made to Liberty Bible Church of the Nazarene's Generation Plus Fund or Gideon's International.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Shetler
May 14, 2010
Dear Family,
We have many good memories of Dan, and Charlotte, Doug, Dwight, Dale, and Donn. I remember the first time you attended the Ridgefield Church. And then, growing up with you at Pleasant View. Our love to you.
Gerry and Connie Wannamaker
Oak Harbor, Wa.
Stephanie Shetler
May 14, 2010
I miss you already Grandpa Dan. You were one of the kindest men I've ever known. Your stories of faith, life, and hope will be passed on to your great-grandchildren. You were one spunky 96 year old! I can only hope to live as long as you, but I'll never be as cool! Pick me up in your purple dune buggy when it's my turn Grandpa...
May 11, 2010
To Dan's family: we are so sorry we missed the memorial service on Saturday. We had a family gathering planned previously so was impossible to cancel. Even though we were not in attendance our prayers have gone up to our loving Heavenly Father who is the great Comforter. And we will continue to pray for you in the days ahead as you adjust to life without your father. We have some great memories of our times spent with Dan and your mother Charlotte. May our Lord give you His wondeful peace.
Gen and Ben Meyer
Kathy (Stephens) Hitchcock
May 8, 2010
I remember some fun times in the Shetler home during my Clark College days. Dan was a wonderful, godly example to follow. He will be missed. My prayers are with you, Dale, and your brothers.
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Judy Souther (Stephens)
May 6, 2010
I remember meeting the Shetler family when I was about 11 at Ridgefield Nazarene Church, Dan and Charlotte, Doug, Dwight, Dale and Don. We shared some wonderful years. God bless you all. Dan will be missed.
velma andrews
May 6, 2010
don and carol and family iam so sorry to hear of your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you this is not the end he has his name written down in glory and we will see him again in that great resurrection day in the mean time don if you are sad and miss seeing him look in the mirror and you will see his image in your face you look just like him god be with your family
May 6, 2010
Dan lived what he believed. A wonderful christian man. Sorry I will miss the service as am in California with my son. May God be near all you boys and family. Your Dad was a great example to follow. glenys Worthington
Mark Holbrook
May 6, 2010
I first met Dan 10 or 12 years ago when he showed up at my welding shop wanting the seat from an old office chair mounted on his bike so he could ride in comfort. That was the first of many similer projects to come. I always looked forward to Dans visits and admired how busy he seemed to keep himself and his many interesting ideas. But best of all money rarely changed hands as I was paid with home made peach ice cream and pecan sandies cookies. Goodbye my old FRIEND I will forever miss you.
Phyllis hartwig
May 6, 2010
What a guy! We remember him driving his little sporty car, and having to climb in and out of it..it was fun to watch...we love you, and are thinking of you at this time..Don and Phyllis Hartwig
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