Search by Name

Search by Name

Marleen Schantz Obituary

Schantz, Marleen Ruth (nee Borgers). Born March 17, 1943. Marleen was the perfect life partner of Bob Schantz for nearly 48 years. She was the beloved mother of Jason R. Schantz (Becky Wiley), the proud Oma of John Robert (Jack) Schantz and the dear sister of LaVerne Edwards, Irma Crawford, Leonard Borgers and Marvin Borgers. She was also a loving aunt to 20 wonderful nieces and nephews, many great-nieces and nephews and dear friend of Linda Miller. She was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Irma (nee Dreher) and by her sisters Dorothy Borgers, Norma Mueller and her brother Edward Borgers. Marleen died on Saturday September 21, 2013 after a long illness. As co-owner of Spanish Lake Blacksmith shop, Marleen provided horseshoeing supplies and an understanding shoulder to hundreds of horseshoers throughout the St. Louis area and beyond. A celebration of Marleen's life will be held on a future date. In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial contribution to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Sep. 23, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Marleen Schantz

Not sure what to say?





Linda Miller

September 17, 2020

Always in my heart, never far from my thoughts.

October 9, 2013

Bob,
Don and I want to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We send you love and support in this difficult time. Love, Margie

Steve Eastman

October 4, 2013

Bob was very sad to here of Marleens passing my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family

James Keith McPeak

October 3, 2013

Thank you for the excellent shoeing supplies, they have ever been a great help to myself and my wife here on our small acreage here in Marquette Nebraska.

Thanks Again.

James K. McPeak
SFC, US Army
Retired.

Mona Prater

October 2, 2013

Bob and Family -- Marleen was such a joy to know and visit with every time we saw her. Pat and I are blessed to know you both. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Alice Musser

October 1, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories of good times together. I am sending prayers for all. God bless Marleen.

Oma's Rascal

Bob Schantz

September 26, 2013

Oma's Rascal

Bob Schantz

September 26, 2013

Robert Michel

September 26, 2013

Bob and family, Christi and I are so sorry for your loss. We pray for healing of your heart during this difficult time.

Linda Miller

September 25, 2013

Marleen was a best friend for 34 years, can only hope others can find such a friendship. I am both sad it has ended and glad it happened.

September 25, 2013

Marleen will b missed by all who knew her and especially those of us in the farrier industry that had the pleasure of speaking with her and enjoying her company at shows etc. over the years. She had such a positive attitude and always made me smile.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family.

Debbie Faulkner
Keystone Leather Distributors

September 25, 2013

Bob, Marleen will be missed by all. She was a lovely person. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Horseshoe Barn

Bill Peroutka

September 25, 2013

My deepest condolences. You will be missed. I always enjoyed our time together at St. Charles Sports & P.T..

Becky Schantz

September 25, 2013

Oma, Opa and Jack dancing...

September 25, 2013

September 24, 2013

Marleen's Meyer Road neighbors and friends will be lost without her. Such a sweet and loving woman the world seldom knows. I cannot count how many lost dogs and cats we sheltered and rehomed throughout the years. Our thoughts are with Bob and Jason.

Missing my sweet Foristell friends as we live here in Florida,

Bob (Mac) and Shannon McInerney

Dee Brown

September 24, 2013

Our thoughts & prayers are with you Bob.
Rusty & Dee

Ken Davis & Sons

September 24, 2013

Bob and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

September 23, 2013

I remember Marleen from Beaumont, I am so sorry, Carol Lay Hardesty

Dave & Karen Farley

September 23, 2013

Bob and Jason,
All of us at the AAPF and our spouses want you to know we have you in our thoughts. Each of us have fond memories of Marleen that will remain in our hearts forever.
Jeff Ridley, Dave Farley and the Board of Directors.

Oma and Jack blowing bubbles in the Blumenhof, 2006

Becky Schantz

September 23, 2013

Sunflower Fun 2012

Robert Schantz

September 23, 2013

Oma at Jack's 2nd birthday party

Robert Schantz

September 23, 2013

Mark Baker

September 23, 2013

My brother Kevin and I used to cut grass for marleen on mead drive in bellefontaine neighbors, MO. We offer our condolences.

Robert Schantz

September 23, 2013

At the ballgame with Jack

Bob Schantz

September 23, 2013

September 23, 2013

Uncle Bob, Jason, Becky and Jack - We are thinking about you and love thinking about the great memories we all have. Love, Kevin, Susan, Alex and Ella

Nolan & Shelley Walker

September 23, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Vale, TN

Jennifer Austin

September 23, 2013

Vale, TN

Jennifer Austin

September 23, 2013

St George Island, FL 2007

Jennifer Austin

September 23, 2013

Uncle Bob, Jason, Becky, and Jack thank you for sharing your wife, Mom, and Oma with all of us. May we be so fortunate as to have her spark shine on a bit in each of us. We send our love, prayers, and strength. Love, Jenny, Dub, & Zoe

Gretchen Eardley

September 23, 2013

Dear Bob,Jason,Becky and John Robert,

My heart aches for the loss of this wonderful lady and friend. She meant so much to all of us and we loved her. I have so many wonderful memories of her being with us and our fun skiing trip. Marleen will continue to remain in my heart as well as Rachels and the rest of us who knew her here. I will always be greatful for you allowing her to love us. Mom so enjoyed her taking her to the flower gardens and conservatories. Dad always had some sort of "jag" to try and get her on but she would come right back at him.. He enjoyed that. They say to be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord. I know Marleen is pain free and hopefully not already arranging the flowers in heaven.There are no words that can say how much she has touched all of our lives here. My sister Linda and I are both better people for knowing and loving her. I will never go to the theater without seeing her beside me. She brightened my world. I know nothing can be said to comfort you at this time but to know that we all love you and wrap our arms around you in this great time of sorrow. Much love.. Gretchie

Rachel Eardley-Wachter

September 23, 2013

Bob,
Please know how much Aunt Marleen will be missed here in Pennsylvania. I always looked foward to our visits when I came out to see Aunt Linda. The last time I came out she provided my daughter with a tambourine to make LOTS OF NOICE with.. She always knew what was needed :) Much Love
Rachel

Don Schantz

September 23, 2013

Bob, Jason, Becky and Jack may loving memories of Marleen fill your thoughts and hearts during this time of great sorrow. Love, Don and Dee

Monica Sharp

September 23, 2013

Becky, Jason and Jack, I am so sorry for your loss. Oma sounds like she was a special lady in the lives of many people. Jack, I am glad you had time with her and you will have these memories forever.

Pat Eggert

September 23, 2013

Many fond memories of Marleen from Beaumont High School. Very sorry I did not see her after that. - my sympathy, Bob

Ruth & John Mann

September 23, 2013

Blessings and strength to you Bob, Jason, Becky and Jack. A beautiful lady truly missed by all whom she met.

Patricia Newell Smith

September 23, 2013

Marleen, Bob, and our friends were a Baden, Beaumont, and Cape gang of kids together. She and I were born on the same day. My deep sympathy to your family.

Showing 1 - 40 of 40 results

Make a Donation
in Marleen Schantz's name

Memorial Events
for Marleen Schantz

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Marleen's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Marleen Schantz's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more