Brenda Lee (Frazier) Schaffer

Brenda Lee Frazier Schaffer, daughter of Joseph Byron Frazier and Ruth Lucille Rigsbee was received into the arms of her Savior Monday, January 20, 2025. Brenda was predeceased by her parents, her husband Don, and one son, Brian Schaffer.  She is survived by her sister Pat and husband Jim Barcio of Knoxville, TN, brothers in law Tom Schaffer and wife Nancy of Fargo, ND; Jeff Schaffer and wife Nancy of Boylestown, MA; children Linda and husband Dr. Jeffery Sutton of Boone, Robert Schaffer and wife Angel of Miller’s Creek, Susan and husband Raymon Garrison of Deep Gap, Scott Schaffer and wife Mary of St. Charles, IL, and Richard Schaffer and wife Melissa of Northwoods, IL. She is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Brenda was known for her wit and sense of humor which she passed down to her family. She was a very giving person who enjoyed the chaos of a large family. She loved playing games, road trips, and was an avid birdwatcher. Her antics and attention to detail made her a valuable coworker for over 25 years, until her retirement in 2018.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church on Friday, January 24th, 2025 with receiving of friends at 9:45 AM-10:45 AM with services beginning at 11:00am. Rev Bud Russell and Dr. Bob Ellison will be officiating the service.  Austin and Barnes Funeral Home and Crematorium are assisting with arrangements.

We praise God that she is reunited with her husband and son in presence of the eternal glory of Christ and will miss her here.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Mt. Vernon’s Annie Armstrong Missions Offering, the Ronald McDonald House, or one of the following cancer foundations that have touched our lives:

Duke Pediatric Transplant and Cellular Therapy Support:

https://www.gifts.duke.edu/dukehealth?designation=3912648

Roe Roe’s Heroes:

https://givebutter.com/roe-roes-heroes-childhood-cancer-foundation

Hearts and Hope Foundation:

https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=FRNpzQqWgnz8tYuT-bSPorrNtqsT7T0CaqNfoMWxc0q3punQM-zdC3qlN7WyxQsvB7i8n7zjiQT66PIJ

Austin & Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Schaffer family.

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