Background
Hafer, John Richard was born on May 29, 1927 in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of John Jacob and Kathryn Marie (Reifsynder) Hafer.
Hafer, John Richard was born on May 29, 1927 in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of John Jacob and Kathryn Marie (Reifsynder) Hafer.
Graduate, Wyomissing (Pennsylvania) High School, 1945.
Musician, Charles Barnet Orchestra, 1949-1951; musician, Woody Herman Orchestra, 1951-1955; musician, Claude Thornhill, 1952; musician, Benny Goodman, New York City, 1960-1963; musician, Merv Griffin Show, New York, 1965-1971; musician, Merv Griffin Show, Los Angeles, 1971-1982. Musician leader (Civil Defense recording) Prez Impressions, In a Sentimental Mood.
Member New York City Local 802, Los Angeles Local 47.
Married Betty D. DiMascio, July 22, 1953. Children: Timothy John, Lisa Marie.