Earlena was born in Athens, Ohio May 14th, 1936 to Edna and Earl Shaffer. A few years later she moved to Columbus, Ohio where she grew up. In 1975 she moved to Orlando, Florida. Earlena was a beautiful, vibrant, funny and loving soul. She enjoyed entertaining, dancing, playing cards and was an avid reader. Her greatest joy was attending church and serving the Lord. In early 2000 she was chairman of Christian Women’s club. She was loved by everyone who knew her. She was always making new friends and had many life long friendships.
She is survived by daughter June Aubin (Matt), Son Jeff Dern (Julie), Granddaughter Sherra Senechek (Michael), Son David Sawyer (Ashley), Daughter Robin Steele (Brad), 8 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren.
The family will host a celebration of life service for family and friends at 1 pm on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Baldwin-Fairchild Oaklawn Chapel, 5000 CR 46A, Sanford, FL 32771 with inurnment following in Oaklawn Park Cemetery, 4991 Co Rd 46A, Lake Mary, FL 32746.