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Gretchen Moffat Obituary
Gretchen (Shaufler) Moffat
Feb. 16, 1955 - Feb. 27, 2022
Gretchen (Shaufler) Moffat, age 67, passed away at her residence on Sunday, February 27, 2022 surrounded by her family.
Born on February 16, 1955, she is the daughter of Dwayne and Judith (Staplekamp) Shaufler. She attended The Prairie School and earned her bachelor's degree from Lake Forest College.
On May 22, 1983, Gretchen was united in marriage to Andrew Moffat at their residence in Bristol, WI.
Gretchen was a professional tennis player spending years playing, teaching and coaching the game. She was a tennis pro alongside her husband at Tennaqua in Deerfield, IL for a great many years before teaching at LifeSport Tennis Clubs for a bit and then many years at College Park Athletic Club in Bannockburn, IL prior to retirement. Her interests and hobbies centered around spending time with family and eventual grandchildren, Wils and Hadley. Nobody was more proud than Gretchen when both Wils and Hadley took up tennis and together they spent countless hours on the tennis court.
She is survived by her husband, Andrew Moffat; her daughter, Melinda (Wilbur) Warren IV; her grandchildren, Wilbur Wesley V and Hadley Jud Warren; her father, Dwayne Shaufler and her brother, Judson Shaufler.
Gretchen was preceded in death by her mother, Judith Shaufler.
A private gathering for the family is planned at this time.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gretchen Moffat
Joe Meyers
March 7, 2023
so sorry to hear about Gretchen. I played college tennis with Andy and met Gretchen when they traveled to California
Jeannette Samson
April 13, 2022
I will always appreciate Gretchen´s beautiful smile and her funny wit as she tried valiantly to make me a better tennis player. I can still hear her in my head, "Jeannette, you´re tipping over!" - on my bad ground strokes where I was reaching instead of moving my feet. Andy, you and Gretchen reingnited my love of tennis and I will be forever grateful. Wishing your family peaceful hearts and vivid memories.
Scott Currie
March 13, 2022
I was very sorry to hear about Gretchen's passing. We were in school together at Prairie, and she was such a sweet and kind soul. My sincerest condolences to her family.
Diane (Barnes) Hall
March 12, 2022
I cherish the fun times the Shaufler and Barnes family shared when you lived on 7th Ave. - from swimming in your backyard pool, walking to and from Southport, and summers at The Towne Club. Gretchen was always so kind to me. Her inclusiveness was a gift not shared by many. My heart goes out to you, all.
June Zanchelli
March 11, 2022
Dear Andy
I am heartbroken to hear of Gretchen's passing. She was always a bright light in the tennis world. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Herta Bernhard
March 9, 2022
Dear Andy,
My family and I like to extend our deepest sympathy to the untimely death of Gretchen. The beautiful photo of her is exactly how I remember her, always friendly and happy.
Sorry for your loss
Melliney Saltarelli
March 7, 2022
Dear Andy, Mindy and family,
I was so sad to hear of Gretchen's passing. As Mary Claire said, she was the best tennis instructor I ever had, as well as a kind and gentle soul. She could laugh with us and also empathize with us. A big hearted person. I pray for your comfort and strength as you grieve the loss of this beautiful and sensitive person.
The Vincent Family
March 6, 2022
We are so sorry to hear about Gretchen! Are deepest thoughts & Sympathy
Alison Kaye
March 4, 2022
Jud, I am sorry for your loss. I would have never known this but as a member of Tennaqua I was informed of Gretchen´s passing. My heart goes out to all of you.
Julie Kamin
March 4, 2022
I have a lot of fond memories of Gretchen, having shared many laughs with her on and off the court. I´ll always remember her as the happy, positive and sweet person that she truly was. To all of her family... may your memories be a blessing.
Cynthia Roth
March 3, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Mary Clare Johnson
March 3, 2022
So so sorry to hear of Gretchen passing. She was the best tennis instructor and the loveliest person I was lucky enough to have met in my life. My sincere condolences to Andy, Mindy and the whole family. Rest In Peace sweet Gretchen.
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