Bernard Ray Shatzer, Jr.

Bernard “Bernie” “Ray” Shatzer, Jr., of Huntingtown , MD, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2014, at the age of 66. Bernie was born on April 18, 1948, in Washington, DC to Dorothy (Sullivan) and Bernard “R. Shatzer, Sr. He attended DuVal High School in Greenbelt, MD, graduating in 1966. He attended Mars Hill College in Mars Hill, NC. Bernie joined the U. S. Army and became a marksman and sharpshooter.In 1981, Bernie married the love of his life, Susan M. Beach. He worked for the Metropolitan Police Department for 26 years, retiring in 1996. He then worked for 19 years at the Alexandria Federal Courthouse as a CSO.Bernie enjoyed music and was a D.J., he also enjoyed hand dancing. He was a huge Washington Redskins fan and Chicago White Sox fan. His most enjoyable times were spent with his family.Bernie was the beloved husband of Susan (Beach) Shatzer, the loving father of Samantha and Michael Shatzer, and devoted grandfather of Cole Shatzer. He is also survived by three sisters, Mary “Ginger” Day, Jody Cornwell, Sandra Holmes and many other family and friends.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bernie's memory to: The American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231-4596 - or - St. Jude Tribute Program, P O Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Bernard Ray Shatzer, Jr. please visit our Sympathy Store.