Philip Schaffroth, age 89, of Hackettstown, NJ died peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at home. Mr. Schaffroth was born July 19, 1927 in Palisades Park, NJ. He is the son of the late Charles and Marie (Donner) Schaffroth. In addition ti his parents Phil is preceded in death by his 4 brothers: Charles, Waldemer, Emil, and Rudolph Schaffroth and 1 sister; Adelaide DeFiore
He served in the Navy during World War II from 1944 to 1945. Philip was formerly employed by Rite Way Express, Westfield, NJ as a Truck Driver, in addition he was a former member of the retired Teamsters Union #560. Phil loved his antique truck and enjoyed to golf.
He is survived by his loving wife: Jean (DeCarlo) Schaffroth, his devoted son; William Collins, his 2 adoring daughters; Marie Meyer and husband Richard, Susan Vetterl and husband Mark, 2 grandchildren; Allison Meyer, Katelyn Koonz and husband Chad 2 great grandchildren; Logan Vetterl, Olivia Grace Koonz, many nieces, nephews and cousins.
The funeral will be held 3:30 pm on Sunday, October 9 at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. with officiating. Cremation will be private
Visitation hours will be Sunday, October 9 from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ.
For those desiring memorials may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice, 400 West Blackwell Street, Dover, NJ 07801 in memory of Phil.