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Obituary: Jennifer Lynn Shaffner, 43, of Branford

Jennifer loved helping, and getting to know people, and animals, especially dogs. In her memory, donate to the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter.

Obituary courtesy of Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home.

Jennifer Lynn Shaffner, 43, of Branford passed away at home on November, 4, 2020. She was born on September 21, 1977 in New Haven to Wesley and Joan (Cunningham) Shaffner. Jennifer is survived by her mother, and sisters Lindsey Shaffner of Branford and Erin (Shaffner) Marino (Michael) of Branford and a niece Morgan Marino of Branford. Along with many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. She was also survived by her best friend, her dog Lola.

Early on in Jen's adult life she worked in customer service at SBC. She worked there for many years and loved it. She really enjoyed talking to people and helping them. Jen didn’t just love getting to know people; she was a lover of animals as well. Especially dogs. She never passed up an opportunity to pet a dog. She knew all the dogs in the neighborhood and enjoyed running out to greet them as they passed by. She had a heart of gold.

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All services are private and under the care of Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in Jennifer's memory to Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter, 749 E. Main St, Branford, CT 06405 or online here.

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