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Sidney Schafer Obituary

Schafer Sidney K. Schafer, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2015. Born October 2, 1940 in Defiance, Ohio to Kenneth and Rebecca (Sidner) Weir. Survived by her husband, of 54 years, Bob; two daughters, Laura (Paul) Martin and Robyn (Scott) Curry; five granddaughters, Mallory, Porsche, Rylie, Meredith, Addison; four great-grandchildren, niece, Heather Schwartz (John); and great-nephew, Kurtis; beloved aunt and uncle, Ann and David Price; extended family, Craig and Carol Morton and family of Niceville, FL. Preceded in death by her parents, step-father Major C. Merrick, son David, and sister Leslie Morton. Sid graduated from West Jefferson H.S, class of 1958. She attended the Columbus Business College and was employed by the Shoe Corp of America until becoming a stay at home Mom. She was then employed by the Jefferson Local Schools and the middle school secretary for 25 years. Sidney was a member of the W. Jefferson American Legion Auxiliary and volunteered many hours at the V.A in Chillicothe. A member of the west Jefferson United Methodist Church, she was a master gardener, a member of the London D.A.R., Red hats, and Couver Society. She served on the city of London tree commission, was a volunteer with the Madison county probate court, loving care hospice, served of the board of the Madison county senior center and the education board. She was also active in the Republican Party. Friends may visit 3-7 p.m. Friday, September 25, 2015at the RADER McDONALD TIDD FUNERAL HOME and 1 hour prior to service 10 a.m. on Saturday at West Jefferson United Methodist Church, 36 E. Center Street. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Loving Care Hospice, P.O Box 445, London, Ohio 43140 or American Cancer Society, P.O Box 897, Hershey, PA. www.radermcdonaldtiddfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Sep. 22 to Sep. 23, 2015.

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Barbara Saunders

September 30, 2015

Sid was a tireless worker for the American Legion Aux. Unit 201 for many years. I was told she went weekly with friends to the Chillicothe Medical Center and much appreciated by the veterans there. I knew Sid from school and all that knew her loved her. Sorry for your loss.

September 29, 2015

Bob, Laura and Robyn, I'm so sorry for your loss. Dearly loved Sid, always a smile for everyone.

Kelly (Stage) Scott

Marilyn & Pete Otis

September 26, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, even tho I have not seen Sid in a long while, it was always a smile and joking when we ran into each other out and about. She will be missed by many.

September 26, 2015

Very sorry for the loss, Laura & family... always remember her bright smile. Laura Love (& mother, Sherley)

September 26, 2015

I have such fond memories of working with Sid at the old Memorial Building. To all of the Schafer family, so very sorry.
Rich "Richie" Haskins
West Jefferson, Ohio

Tessa Kalman

September 25, 2015

Bob, Laura and Robyn,
"Going to visit the Schafers" made for many happy memories of my childhood, and she never failed to make me smile or laugh. Prayers are with you.

Jodie Hutcheison (Tackett)

September 25, 2015

What a beautiful lady and a bright soul. She will be missed by many of us "kids"...Prayers to the family.

Candy Randles

September 25, 2015

Thoughts and prayers to her family. Remember her when my kid's Jodi and Jim Moore were students. What a great lady.

Jackie fitzpatrick

September 24, 2015

Sid was a lovely woman who will be misses by many. Love and prayers to the family.

Wendy, keith, Miranda and Ross Hall

September 24, 2015

Robyn,
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Nancy & Don Long

September 24, 2015

So sorry to hear this news Bob. Sid was a great neighbor and will be missed. She was special to me because we shared the same birthday!! Prayers and hugs coming your way.

Lisa Russell

September 24, 2015

Sorry to hear of her passing. Spoke to her at Ann & Tonys when I was out in May. Always so cheery. Great neighbor for many years.

Sandy Williamson

September 24, 2015

May God bless and be with Bob and family at this time. Sid was one, special person who always had a smile and a laugh for any one. I'm glad to have known her from WJHS(class of 60).She is now at peace. May God bless.
loving sympathy,
Sandy Skeen Williamson (Cinti. Oh.)

September 24, 2015

Oh the fun we had with Sid and friends from the Memorial Building in West Jefferson. I don't think I've ever known someone who had so much fun but was so empathetic to all around her. What a wonderful lady to have had in my life.

Carol Pizor

Annette (Hay) KIess

September 24, 2015

Many hearts are crying today. Sid was a bright light for everyone who knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

September 24, 2015

Many hearts are crying today.Sid was a bright light for everyone she knew. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love Annette (Hay) Kiess (Clayton, Delaware)

Darlyn & Jerry Newman family

September 24, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers

September 24, 2015

Robyn So sorry for your loss. Heaven will be a little brighter. Our prayers are with your family

Lynne McPherson

September 24, 2015

Sid was such a special lady. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Lynne McPherson

Kevin Miller

September 24, 2015

Robyn (Buddha) and family,
We have been friends for so long and my heart aches for you and your family during this time of grief. Know that my first thoughts of Sid is that giant smile and funny demeanor. Don't be afraid to rely on your friends. We are here for you.

Love ya

September 24, 2015

so sorry to hear this
Michele Renick Beach

Marcie Trein

September 24, 2015

Robyn, I am so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. She will be missed ! Love you all !!!

Tabatha Bowman

September 24, 2015

Robyn - Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
The Bowmans

Kami Rolfes (weant)

September 24, 2015

Robyn and family..i am so sorry for your loss..i remember seeing her everyday in school..she will be miss..keeping you all in my prayers.

mike gourley

September 24, 2015

Very nice lady, spent many hours with her in the office in school,sad to hear of her passing

Melissa (Ball) Kraus

September 23, 2015

What a special lady she was. My prayers are with your family.

Cathy Melfi

September 23, 2015

Prayers to Mrs Schafers family! She was a great Secretary all the years I was in school! She always made me smile with her funny remarks! Whenever I think about school she is one of the names I will always relate to for her many years of service there!

Aggie Cox

September 23, 2015

Thoughts are with you as I know it was a difficult journey having experienced the same with Tom.

Dina Pierce

September 23, 2015

I'm sorry to hear of Sid's passing. I made weekly trips to the school to gather news while I worked at the Madison Press and Sid was always cheerful and funny. I'm glad to have known her. My sympathies on your loss.

Nancy Beck

September 23, 2015

Bob, my heartfelt thoughts are with you and your family. Sid's grace and wit left a lasting impression. I am so sorry for the loss of your soul mate. May time, love and fond memories ease your pain.

Kathy Studebaker

September 23, 2015

Thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time.

Janet Weldy and Kathy Weldy Studebaker

Jim and Kay Neale

September 22, 2015

Bob, so sorry to hear of Sidney's passing. Our thoughts are with you.

September 22, 2015

Bob,
We are so sorry to hear of Sid's passing. You and Sid were such wonderful friends to Mom and Dad(Zula and Eugene) before they went to live in the Madison House and during all the volunteer hours after they went there to live. I know Mom thought the world of Sid. She loved the friendship with Sid since the days at school and looked forward to seeing her. May Sid rest in peace. Prayers to you and the family.
Micki Hane and the Tatman family

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