Elsie Jo Schillig

Having been a classmate of Elsie since grade school at St. Patricks, Cedar Rapids, through to high school graduation, perhaps I have known Elsie longer than most folks around. Elsie has been one of my wife Erma's and my favorite people. Since we live in California we have seen Elsie at every class reunion and several times over the years, she always had that welcoming smile and warm personality. Although we will miss Elsie, we know that she is now with Jesus whom she had a close...

I remember Elsie fondly as a calm, gentle, caring person with a quick smile who could light up a room. She was a dear friend to my mother (Mae McGuire) and I always enjoyed her visits when I was young. Prayers for your family during this difficult time. Kathy (McGuire) Flores

I now have an angel watching over me -- my mom. She was a terrific mother who, along with my father, really raised my sister and me very well and helped us to become the individuals we are today. Over the years, my mother definitely touched a lot of people’s hearts with her genuine kindness, warmth and fun sense of humor. I’ll never forget how bright and cheerful and positive my mom always was. She never complained, no matter how much pain or difficulties she faced. My mother and father set a...

She will meet dearly missed wonderful, great friend to our family especially Ellie charipar, Dennis and Craig, jodie

I have so many wonderful memories, including our trips to the US Open in NY, USTA tennis meets, shopping "sprees", and every Saturday after tennis going to Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts for a frozen mocha. I will miss her very much, may she rest in peace.

Elsie was a wonderful person. Sincerest condolences to the Schillig family.

I enjoyed our chats after daily mass, Elsie! And thank you for that tennis racket ornament. I will treasure that dearly. RIP my friend! Condolences to Chuck, Miki and family. You will be in my prayers