Would you like to offer John Schaefers loved ones a condolence message? [5] Schaefers education included multiple courses on Greek and Roman mythology, which is thought to have served him well in creating the archetypal heroes that populated his Westerns. He was a close friend that I loved like a brother. WI 54136. Sending you love and hugs. Jack and Vivian have been proud residents of Kimberly for 60+ years where they raised their family of 6 children. Jack had a long and successful career as Senior Vice President, and Chief Client Officer at Crawford & Company, where his coworkers saw him as a mentor and friend. Thoughts and prayers to you Ronna, Kim, Shannon, Susie. Jacks childhood was spent working on the family farm and attending St. Joes Catholic School. Jack E. Schaefer Age 89, of Minerva, died Friday, April 21, 2017 at the Alliance Community Hospital. Liza and family, I was so shocked to see Jack's obit. So sorry for your family. John Jack Wayne Schaefer, 78, of Mitchell, SD, died Sunday, January 8, 2023, at his home in Mitchell surrounded by his loving family. They celebrated 65 years of marriage this year. We will all miss his beaming smile. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. Honor a loved one by planting trees in their memory. Make a life-giving gesture. Besides his immediate family, Jack is survived by his dear sister Rosann Romensko, special sister in law Mary Jean Van Lanen, family friend Sister Diane Jamison, as well as many nieces and nephews. He lived and attended school in Huron, SD. If you know of an upcoming event for John Schaefer, please add one. Sending love, hugs and our sincerest condolences to you and your family Liza. It is with much sadness and sorrow that get say goodbye to this wonderful man; our hearts go out to Liza and the family. Jack Schaefers, 94, of Faulkton, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at the Faulkton Senior Living. "Jack" Schaefer October 28, 1940 - October 23, 2021 (80 years old) McHenry, Illinois John B. Schaefer Obituary Here is John B. Schaefer's obituary. He was a fine veterinarian with a deep and abiding love for the pets he cared for and their owners. 1 Notre Dame takes on No. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. My heart goes out to you and your whole family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Mar 1, 2023. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and Jack's family. He loved motorcycles, artistic painting and especially enjoyed the company of his cats. Liza and Family, I worked closely with Jack only a few times for work but we stayed in touch and I shall miss our occasional catch ups, his good nature and humour. He was a good man to have in this June 03, 2020 | Vail, Co, CO | Family Friend, Jack was such a Brilliant man and Doctor. November 3, 2021 He was a special member of our Indian Cove community and will be missed. His last book, American Bestiary, was published in 1975. Jack Schaefers, 94, of Faulkton, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at the Faulkton Senior Living. Family and friends may visit at the church from 9 AM until the time of the mass, with Military Honors following. The 23-year-old's ability to transition to the top unit Edmonton's single biggest weapon is a key element to the trade. I have alot of memories with the Schaefers and Jack and Ronna taking care of me when I worked for them down in Norfolk Neb. Following a medical discharge in July 1952, due to a four-month hospitalization with Rheumatic Fever, he returned to help his father on the family farm. Schaefer died of heart failure in Santa Fe in 1991. My deepest sympathy to you all. Published by Hartford Courant on Jan. 25, 2022. Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, June 9, at Salem Lutheran. Our memories will endure. We hold you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated for him at 11 AM on Tuesday, August 31, 2021at Holy Spirit Catholic Church Kimberly Site, 600 E. Kimberly Ave. Kimberly, WI. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, four children - John (Elaine), Peter (Kathleen), Lyell McMerty (Brian), Margaret Langfitt (David) - and fifteen grandchildren. I so enjoyed his sense of humor and his warm loving demeanor. Editorials; Columns; . They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. He always, and I mean always had a big smile on his face even if we had significant challenges to overcome. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. The world got a little smaller with his passing, but was enriched by his time here. He worked as a Dispatch Manager for Mobile Mini for . Dr. Schaefer was such a pleasure to work with, and it was an honor to work alongside him. He loved hosting parties where he shared his homemade cider, manned the grill and enjoyed the company of his loved ones. Write your message of sympathy today. Heaven just got a. Jack Schaefer 02/10/1933 - 10/29/2011 Walter Lee Schaefer was born July 30, 1953 in New Braunfels, Texas, the son of Curt and Gean (Kimmons) Schaefer. After a 9-2 start in the first round, Mifflin County went 4-5 in the quarterfinals. My condolences and deepest sympathies to Liza and family. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. [17], In addition to Shane, seven of his other stories were made into films. Interment will be in Holy Name Catholic Cemetery, Kimberly. He had amazing vision, and dedication to build a hospital that serves the community and beyond. He was born Sept. 21, 1928, at home in the Town of Rib Mountain to the. Jack Prokott 4, Joey . OBITUARY Jack Charles Schaefer March 17, 1945 - December 4, 2015 IN THE CARE OF Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home Jack Schaefer, also known as Happy Jack, was born March 17, 1945 in Amarillo, Texas and peacefully passed away in the presence of family on December 4, 2015 in Fresno, California. Carl was a German American attorney. What a beautiful write up, every things from kind and gentle soul to great sense of humor and giving are the same person I remember going to school with - from grade school through high school. , Colleyville, TX, Delmar (De) Schaefers, Anchorage, AK, Carole (Jeff) Stoecker, Onaka, Doyle Schaefers (Nubia), Keller, TX, and Darwin (Cristi) Schaefers, Sioux Falls; 16 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law: Joyce Wickersham and Janet Johnson; brother in law, Tom (Carolyn) OMeara; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangement under the care ofWestbrock Funeral Home, Inc. 8138 Miller Road Swartz Creek, MI JOHN SCHAEFER OBITUARY Schaefer, John "Jack" Grand Blanc Died on May 12, just a few hours after the love of his life, Leila. Thanks for the memories, Jack, Jack was a gentleman. Peyton scored a late takedown in the quarterfinals to beat Zach Gallagher of DuBois, 4-3. By 1967, after writing Mavericks, his last western, Schaeffer became a conservationist. Jack respected everyone, listened carefully and was always willing to hear "the other side." Stubby Pringle's Christmas was also adapted into a television film in 1978. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Jack. 600 E Kimberly Ave, Your Crawford Family remembers. Most recently he became the proud great grandpa of Dax Geske and Henry Evers. He was just one of those people who inspired others to be better. You all are in my prayers. Jack A. Schaefer, 90, Wausau, died Thursday, Dec. 26, 2018, at Northcentral Health Care Center, Wausau. Always went out of his way to make you feel welcome, he would Bring donuts for your birthday and was always smiling and if you had an issue he would go above and beyond to help. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family. I never met Jack but I remember when you met and he sounds like a wonderful man. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be directed to the Alzheimer's Association. Standard text messaging rates apply. John "Jack" Schaefer was born March 13, 1944, to Leonard and Marcella (Ronan) Schaefer in Redfield, SD. He worked for Sears for 27 years, starting as a service manager and retiring as regional manager for northern Ohio. I can not believe he is gone. . Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, September 3, 2022, at St. Liborius Catholic Church, Polo, with Father Randy Phillips officiating. View Jack A. Schaefer's obituary, send flowers and find service dates or sign the guestbook. Send flowers. Home. May He provide guidance as you continue your journey without your husband, brother and son. I'm sorry for your loss. I just heard of Jacks passing. In our thoughts-/ Beth, An unexpected loss of a first class friend saddens all who knew Jack, Ive known Jack and his family for over 50 years. Jack Schaefers Cincinnati, Ohio April 10, 1931 - June 30, 2008 Share Obituary: Tribute Wall Obituary & Events Share a memory Send Flowers Obituary An obituary is not available at this time for Jack Schaefers. [26] At the authors graveside service Schaefers friend Archie West (the inspiration for the character Monte Walsh) read aloud from the last two pages of Monte Walsh, which describe the title characters cowboy burial. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of John L. Schaefer (Dayton, Ohio), who passed away on November 3, 2021, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. My heart goes out to you at this time of great loss of Jack to all who knew and loved him. My condolences to you all. Burial with military honors will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Polo. [29] Fifty years after its publication, Shane had sold over 12 million copies and been translated into thirty foreign languages. He was loved and cherished by many people including : his parents, Leonard Schaefer and Marcella Schaefer (Ronan); his wife Ronna; his children, Kimberley, Shannon Schaefer Bollack (Rodney), Suzanne and John (Sarah); and his sisters, Sharon Schaefer and Patricia Humphrey (Schaefer). He was born May 3, 1927 in Minerva to Philip and Thelma (Cupples) Schaefer. The Husky sophomore gets Erie McDowell's Jack Sroka in the semifinals. I will truly miss my weekly calls with Jack and the excitement we shared of where we were going and the bright future ahead. The quick wit and sense of humor definitely was handed down from his parents, as we laughed that morning. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. It is with great sadness that the Schaefer family announces the death of our much loved husband and father Jack Schaefer who passed away on August 10, 2021 at the age of 91. He also became involved in the motel/hotel industry where he built and owned several properties. Jack was such a beloved member of Indian Cove. Jack R. Schafer, 58, passed away unexpectedly January 23, 2022. Jack Schaefer, a newspaperman turned author of westerns whose best-known work was the novel "Shane," died Thursday at St. Vincent Hospital in Santa Fe, N.M. Joseph "Jack" Schaefer Kimberly, Wisconsin 91, 10-Aug, Wichmann Jansen-Fargo. My sympathy to all his loving family. He passed from this life peacefully at his home. May you find some peace during this difficult time. I had the great opportunity to work with Jack this past year. Find the obituary of Jack Schaefer (1928 - 2018) from Wausau, WI. We will all miss his infectious laugh which would fill any room he was in. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, September 3, 2022, at St. Liborius Catholic Church, Polo, with Father Randy Phillips officiating. Jack is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ronna; four children, Kimberley, Shannon Schaefer Bollack (spouse Rodney), Suzanne, and John (spouse Sarah); 7 grandsons, 2 granddaughters, and 2 great-grandsons; and two sisters, Sharon Schaefer and Patricia (Schaefer) Humphrey. Jack was a very special person that I had the pleasure or working alongside for 25 years. I am so sorry for the entire My deepest sympathy to Jack's family. [6], Following his departure from Columbia University, Schaefer went to work for the United Press. Wausau, You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss Jack, but will carry forward the everlasting memories of him forever. [7], In his career as a journalist, Schaefer wrote innumerable news stories, feature articles, and opinion columns and thousands of book/film/play reviews and editorials. He was always a calm voice to talk to and just a good person to know. [27], In 1975 Schaefer received the Western Literature Association's Distinguished Achievement award. C Service map data OpenStreetMap contributors. He always lit up when he spoke of you Liza. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. CDA). Liza and family. MANKATO Twenty-nine Knowledge Bowl teams from New Ulm, GFW, St. Clair, MVL, BEA, and Loyola competed in their last regular season meet Tuesday in Mankato. John Ellis "Jack" Schaefer passed away peacefully Sunday, March 6, age 81. And, it's likely safe to say that he was the influencing factor in my becoming a veterinarian which I have now enjoyed immensely for over 20 years. Because of allergies, the family requests NO FLOWERS or PLANTS be sent to the church. Wausau, Menasha joins communities allowing residents to keep backyard chickens, Appleton schools celebrated Black History Month with community and Black excellence, Who gets an Amber Alert in Wisconsin? The Schaefer Family would especially like to thank Dr. Kristine Juntunen and her staff, as well as Hospice Nurse Amber, and the nursing staff at ThedaCare Hospitals in Neenah and New London for their compassionate care of Jack in his final days. Our sympathy to your family. Jack Shaffer was born May 27, 1936 to Harold and Myrtle Shaffer in Webster SD; he was the youngest of 3 boys. Walter had lived in Temple for the past four years moving from Liberty Hill. Our thoughts and prayers are with Liza and all those Jack touched in life. WI 54403. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. Time at home was often spent with the kids and grandkids playing a spirited game of sheepshead. 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