GLYNDON, MD. – James W. “Bill” Shaeffer Jr, 91, of Glyndon, passed away on May 23. Known for his collections of ceramics, including Victorian Staffordshire figures, delftware and creamware, Bill was born on August 20, 1926, in Westminster, Md., to the late James W. Shaeffer Sr and Naomi (nee Barnhart) Shaeffer. He was married to the late Miriam (nee Kelly) Shaeffer. Bill was a claims adjuster for the railroad.

He is survived by his son James David Shaeffer Sr of Glyndon and his grandson James David Shaeffer Jr of Reisterstown, Md. A service was conducted on May 30 at the Eline Funeral Home in Reisterstown. Interment was in St Johns Leisters Cemetery, Westminster. To leave an online condolence in the guestbook, visit www.elinefuneralhome.com.