Jerome A. Shaver, 91

Jerome A. Shaver, 91, husband of the late Isabel D. (David) Shaver, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at Sunrise Care of Paoli.

Born in Bryn Mawr, he was the son of the late Paul Vincent Shaver and Dorothy Elaine (Althouse) Perks.

Jerome was a proud combat medic in the United States Army. He was a decorated Korean War Veteran and awarded 5 Bronze Stars for his brave service. Following the war, he had a long career at AT&T. Jerome loved woodworking and spending time at his cabin in Juniata County, PA. He enjoyed hunting and was an avid reader. He especially enjoyed nonfictional historical books. Jerome cherished spending time with his children and grandchildren as often as he could.

Surviving is his son David Shaver; daughter Karen Hazel, wife of Donald R. Hazel; sister Helen Hanson, wife of Carl; grandchildren Chris Hazel, husband of Kristin; Andrea Hazel; Mark Shaver; husband of Katie; Eric Shaver, partner of Kim; and John Shaver.

Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation (https://t2t.org/) in Jerome’s name.

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Jerry was one of the most reliable members of our 84th and 62 Korean war reunion members and could always be counted on to be willing to assure that all of us were well supplied with snacks, beer and wine as well as a lasting friendship. He and Isabel are greatly missed!

~ Joseph Butkus Trumbull, CT
7/9/2024 9:00:11 PM

I was an Army "Brother" in the Korean War, Also he and Isabel attende most of our annual Korean Reunions for the past 31 years. It was an honor and a pleasure to call him a friend. In recent years we often visited on the phone enjoying discussing our experiences.

~ Victor Swanson
7/9/2024 5:38:13 PM

Related by marriage to his neice, I always called him Uncle Jerry, same with Aunt Is from day one. I loved & respected them both very much. Uncle Jerry was fun to be around, always upbeat and funny. I am proud of his military service and he was someone I admired very much. May he rest in peace.

~ Dave Furey
7/6/2024 5:19:05 AM

My heartfelt condolences on the loss of Jerry. He and Isabel were neighbors of mine since 2002.
They were both delightful people. I have missed Isabel since she passed and now Jerry as well. I have very fond memories of both of them.

~ Ruth Patterson Limerick, PA
7/5/2024 5:18:41 PM

Jerry and Isabel were Bill and my first friends when we moved to the Villas. They were a wonderful couple and are missed. My sincere condolences to the family.

~ Bette Ryder
7/5/2024 2:58:31 PM

I am Uncle Jerry’s “niece” by his great friendship with my parents Charlie and Emma. Uncle Jerry was always funny and he had a great sense of humor. I will always remember the great times spent with the Shaver family. My condolences to Karen and David.

~ Cynthia Scott Eldersburg, MD
7/5/2024 10:05:00 AM

So sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Jerry was my bocce partner when we won the 2021 championship at William Penn Villas. RIP Jerry.

~ Elsie (Sis) Watts Royersford, PA
7/4/2024 10:28:04 PM

I remember uncle Jerry’s beer can collection and that he loved trains. I loved being around him because he was so funny. I am so sorry for your loss but also feel comfort in knowing he is with aunt is now. Love you guys

~ Mary Beth david Rowlett, Tx
7/4/2024 9:31:55 PM

I am the niece of Uncle Jerry. Our families were together since I was a small child. I loved my Uncle Jerry and Aunt Is with all of my heart. I loved listening to them talk and loved just being around them. Uncle Jerry was a military hero and my father attended a few Korean War reunions with Uncle Jerry. I am so fortunate to be a part of this family. Love you Dave, Ka, and family.

~ Melsy
7/4/2024 9:07:31 PM

Both Isabel and Jerry were great neighbors . I know they were both loved by family as well.

~ Annwalker
7/4/2024 8:10:21 PM