Barry L. Schaeffer, 66, of South Manheim Twp., passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024 in his residence. He was the husband of Kathryn A. (Trankle) Schaeffer. They were married March 21, 1981 and celebrated 43 years of marriage.

Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Herbert H. and Grace M. (Himmelberger) Schaeffer. He graduated from Hamburg Area High School in 1976; and had attended 2 years at Penn State University taking courses for his career at DANA. He worked as a truck mechanic at DANA Corporation for 23 years until retiring when DANA closed. Most recently, he and his wife owned and operated Market Basket Produce and Deli, Windsor Twp., for the past 27 years. He loved to travel to the beach, especially Ocean City, Maryland. He enjoyed cars, and drag racing. Barry was a member of Vaux Lodge No. 406 F&AM; and Rajah Shrine.

He is survived by two sons: Oliver M. Schaeffer, fiance of Jasmine M. Walter, West Brunswick Twp., and Christopher M. Schaeffer, companion of Jessica C. Mattes, Hamburg; and a granddaughter: Olivia G. Schaeffer. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews; and his six beloved cats.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

The family would like to thank Advantage Home Health and Hospice for all of their support that has been shown to the family.

Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., Hamburg is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com