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Leila Schafer Obituary

SCHAFER Leila deVerges Schafer, born in New Orleans on September 21, 1925, passed away at home on February 17, 2013 after a brief illness. She is the beloved wife of the late Gordon F. Schafer and the daughter of the late Edward J. deVerges, Sr. and Leila B. deVerges. She is the sister of Beverly DeSonier, Elaine Thomas, and the late Edward J. deVerges, Jr. She is survived by her 3 children Cheryl S. Rye (Henry), Gordon F. Schafer, Jr. (Kathleen), and Cynthia S. Chaumont (Jose). In addition, 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren mourn her passing. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral mass at St. Catherine of Siena Church on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 12 noon. Interment will follow at Lakelawn Park Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:30 A.M. until service time. Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoencanalstreet.com

Published by The Times-Picayune from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2013.
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My thoughts and prayers for all of you at this time. I will always remember her great smile as she was always smiling and laughing! She was an amazing Mom! Much Love, Harriet Hailey Rouhana

Harriet Rouhana

March 4, 2013

Cheryl, Gordon and Cindy,
At times like this we are reminded of our childhood and the closeness we have shared. I am thankful to have had not only your mother in my life, but also each of you. I am sorry that I was not there with you. All my love,
Vernon (Rusty)

Vernon Kroll

February 25, 2013

Gordon, Cindy & Cheryl: I was so sad to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a very special lady. Her warmth and wonderful smile will remain with me always!

Noel Vargas, Jr,

February 23, 2013

We are so sorry to hear this sad news. We have wonderful memories of great times with your mom. Love & prayers....Sid & Susan Tiblier

Susan Tiblier

February 22, 2013

Cindy, we were so sorry to hear about your mom. You have our deepest sympathy. You, Jose, Aimee and Andre and your family are in our prayers. Chris, Sherri and Megan Hotard

February 21, 2013

Gordon-
So sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a class act, no doubt about it!
My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time.

Regards,

Bruce Scoggin

February 21, 2013

Gordon, Cindy and Cheryl,
Our thoughts are with you. She was a fantastic lady.
Olav and Deanne Pedersen

Olav Pedersen

February 20, 2013

Cheryl, Gordon and Cindy, You and your Mother are in my prayers. You all were remembered at Mass yesterday and today. Deepest sympathy,
Marylee. Heumann Schmidt

February 20, 2013

Cindy and Jose, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sarah and David Keiffer

February 20, 2013

Gordon
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers

Kyle and Bill Martin

February 20, 2013

Cindy,Cheryl & Gordon,
Henry & I would like to express our heartfelt sympathies to you all & may the memories of your dear sweet mom bring you comfort during this time. You all will be in our thoughts & prayers. Much Love, Erin

Henry & Erin Heaton

February 20, 2013

Love and sympathies to you and your family.I'm thinking of you during this difficult and sad time!

Regan DeAgano

February 20, 2013

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