Harold Forrester “Hal” Shaner, Jr., 70, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at his home.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 27 at 2:00 p.m. in Panorama Memorial Gardens at Waterlick with Pastor James Johns officiating.
Hal was born August 28, 1954 in Warren County, son of the late Harold Forrester “Mike” Shaner, Sr. and Theresa Lee “Tres” Eyler Shaner.
He was a lifetime member of the Front Royal Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Company 1 and retired from the Federal Government.
Hal never met a stranger, and was always good to bring you a laugh. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.
Surviving is his wife of 28 years, Vickie Maricle Shaner; two daughters, Allyson Gillispie and husband Gary of Front Royal and Lindsey Orndorff and husband Adam of Warren County; two step-daughters, Christina Massey and Beth Krick, both of Front Royal; step-son, Jason Maricle of Front Royal; two sisters, Terry Johns and husband Rev. James Johns of Stephens City and Michelle “Micki” McDonald of Front Royal; six grandchildren, Ryan Pullen, Amber Pullen, Logan Schultz, Taylor Thompson, Chase Gillispie, and Mackenzie Orndorff; two great-grandchildren, Nevaeh and Raelynn; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
The family will receive friends on Thursday September 26 from 6-8 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home.
Memorial donations may be made in Hal’s name to the Front Royal Volunteer Fire Department, Company 1, 221 North Commerce Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

I’ll miss you forever dear friend. Rest in Peace.
Love you,
Aileen
It is with a heavy heart that write this comment. Truly so sorry for Ally & Lindsey’s families lost. Prayers of comfort & strength. Love you all. Sheila
Hal was a great person. He was kind, patient, and fun to be around. I had the privilege of being part of the Hal & Hoss team on Friday nights where we had fun and worked with two of the very best teachers.
My thoughts and prayers to Vickie and the family.
Vickie sending you and your family my deepest sympathy. I enjoyed working with you and Hal at Valley Medical Transport.
Allyson and Lindsey:
Just wanted to express our condolences to the both of you, for the loss of your father.
We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers 🙏🙏
The Becker’s
Joe, Mary, Paul and Jason