of Clarksville, AR
July 25, 1944 - November 17, 2023
Ann Shafer, 79, of Clarksville, died Friday, November 17, 2023, in Fayetteville. She was born July 25, 1944, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Wilmer Paul and Odia Maude (Robinson) Pennebaker. Ann was deeply dedicated to the care of animals, especially dogs. She loved the outdoors, often spending time watching deer, birds, and all manner of critters. Ann enjoyed piloting many airplanes throughout her life. She was also fond of reading, cooking, and the Razorbacks.
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Lisa Ann Shafer; her parents, Wilmer and Odia Pennebaker; and her aunt, Lena Morris Robinson.
Ann is survived by her beloved husband, Paul Thomas Shafer Sr.; her son, Paul Thomas Shafer Jr. and wife Beth; her daughter, Catherine (Shafer) Roberts and husband Randy; five grandchildren, Amy Dougan and husband Logan, Allen Becker and wife Holly, Christopher Kutz and wife Jodi; Brittany Loveland and husband Shawn; and Kirsten Shafer; fifteen great-grandchildren, Ashlyn and husband Slade, Leiklynn and husband Isaiah, Kirklynn, Anna, Shawn, Keith, Ameria Grace, Noah, Luke, Reagan, Kayson, Brooklyn, Colton, Syndey, and Eli; and two great-great-grandchildren; Ebyn and Wrennly; and numerous other family members and friends.
A visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Hilltop Bible Church in Clarksville followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m. at the church. A graveside service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, November 30, at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion. Pastor John Hoffman will officiate. Shawn, Chris, Isaiah, Allen, Slade, and Logan will serve as bearers.
Oh Lisa, I’m so sorry to hear you’ve lost your mother. I pray GOD will cover you with His Holy Spirit and comfort you during this difficult & sad time. Prayers for you, your family and friends.