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Adeline Schaffer
1911 - 2014
Adeline Schaffer
1911 - 2014
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BORN
1911
DIED
2014
Adeline Schaffer Obituary
Adeline enjoyed volunteering with LWML, singing in the choir and having all of her children with her all of the time. She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.
Visitation will take place at Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 Six Mile Rd. Livonia, MI on Mon. April 21 from 4-8 and a Funeral service to take place at Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church in Livonia on Tues. April 22 at 10 am with an in state time of 9:30am.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to either Christ Our Savior or to Angela Hospice.
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Grandma at Mullet Lake
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Steve Schaffer's girls (Lacey, Steve, Dawn)
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Cousins for Gransdma's Funeral
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Rachel, Michael, Simeon, Adeline
Rachel & Michael Ludwig
April 27, 2014
On Maundy Thursday night, Grandma Adeline, as we have called her for the last 4+ years, completed 102 and 3/4 years to the day. She was born on the 17th and went to heaven on the 17th. We look forward to celebrating Grandma Adeline's life on Tuesday with the family in Detroit, MI. Grandma Adeline made me feel included as a part of the family. She was always interested in what was going on in my life. I fondly remember her joy at singing around the Christmas tree. She was always so glad to see me and the family. She was very welcoming and Michael almost always enjoyed a Vernors at her home. Grandma Adeline would call out of the blue and often write letters to our family. We will miss our time with Grandma Adeline in visits and hearing from her via mail, but are grateful that she is free from pain and as Adeline Ludwig says, will have the exciting experience of celebrating Easter in Heaven.
Christmas 2010 at dads (Steve Schaffer)
Becky Dubois
April 22, 2014
Christmas 2010 at dads (Steve Schaffer)
Becky Dubois
April 22, 2014
99th Birthday
Becky Dubois
April 22, 2014
99th Birthday
Becky Dubois
April 22, 2014
99th Birthday
Becky Dubois
April 22, 2014
Christmas 2010
Becky Dubois
April 22, 2014
Thought I'd share these photos!
Patricia Bartkowiak
April 22, 2014
I'm so glad I had the privilege to know her and be a part of her family. She was and still is an Angel of God, looking down on us and and will be with us, till we meet her in heaven. She had a heart of Gold, and a smile that would warm your heart. Whenever she was near you. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and your best friend. She will be missed by many, and I can't wait to see her again in heaven. May God bless her and keep her in his loving arms till all of us see her again! I love you so much ma,hugs and kisses, you will always be in my prayers!
Becky Dubois
April 22, 2014
So much to say, so much to say! It was truly a blessing to have her as my grandmother! Definitely great memories! I am so thankful for being able to spend her last few moments on earth in her presence. I love you so much grandma!!!!!!
My dearest gram
Dawn Lauzon
April 21, 2014
There is so much one could say about a person, and so much that she would say at 102 years old. I will always have the fondest memories of Grandma. You need not ask for more. She was everything you needed in a grandmother. I am simply honored to be her granddaughter.
In recent years, visiting with gram and hearing her talk about her life in vivid details, was simply amazing. To hear of the things she has encountered would leave you asking for more.
Earlier years with gram still feel like yesterday. 1109 Helen Street is not just a place, it is where a family grew strong, grew in faith and had endless love. That little home has endured so much and has bountiful amounts of love and memories tucked inside the walls. It touches ones heart to look back and reminisce.
Gram and I would sit outside on the double rocker with a float, or at the dining room table while eating a bowl of canned tomatoes and I would listen to gram give her wisdom on becoming a lady, a woman, a wife and a mother. Her words on unconditional love, integrity, selflessness, patience, hard work and faith were strong and encouraging. I live by those conversations now and will forever.
I was one of the many who were able to be by grams side through the last few years. It was now my turn to take care of gram as she had always taken great care for my younger sister Becky and I. As the time grew shorter, my time with her was even more cherished and my love and respect grew deeper. My faith has grown stronger in the last few months, knowing that I must place my selfishness aside for losing her and know that she has went home to the one and only who would care for her best. Gram will always hold a large part of my heart and forever will be remembered. I love you Gram!
Love Dawn Marie
Todd Schaffer
April 21, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joan Jaguszewski
April 21, 2014
I am so happy to know for sure that mom was a child of God and is with God at this moment. Often, during the 5 1/2 years of 24/7 care giving, I was a part of, I would asssist mom in showering, rising from a chair, etc. and mom would say, "Thank you my God, Thank-you!" It NEVER ceased to amaze me that she didn't say thank you, Joan, but realized I was able to do this service ONLY because of MY GOD!!She was one of the many Christian people in my life that witnessed to me in "her own way" that God will always be with me through thick and thin. She is sooooo right! Amen, Mama!
Karen Schaffer
April 21, 2014
We have lost the Matriarch of our family. I believe God has angels here on earth to comfort and love us. I believe mom was one of those angels. She was kind to everyone. She was a wonderful grandmother with a huge heart. She was a wonderful mother who raised eight children. Children who gave her all of there love and care when she needed them most. I was blessed to have in my life for 42 years. When all was said and done, she loved and supported me, when most in her place would not have. I loved her very much and I will miss her dearly. I wish I could be with my family to celebrate the life of this wonderful woman but I send my love to all of my brother and sister in laws and Dan, the father of my children and my best friend. To all my nieces and nephews. A piece of grandma lives on in you and your children. You're her legacy.
Mullett Lake
Tiffany Stedman
April 20, 2014
It's hard to put into few words who my grandma was and what my grandma meant to me. She was the Matriarch of our family. She was everything a child and an adult wants in a grandma and much…..much more. She was so funny, out spoken and was my hero. She taught me about values, faith, independence, relationships, integrity and lived her life with all of those teachings.
She took me to church with her on Sundays and taught me about being a Christian. She spoke to me about God and how my faith would always be there to get me through anything in life. And she showed me with her actions what it meant to be a Christian.
She taught me how to be independent. I should know what it meant to be a good wife and mother. Know how to work, cook, clean and stand on my own two feet. After all those are the things that are truly important in life.
She taught me about unconditional love. Grandma was a constant for me, especially during my childhood. I could ALWAYS go to her or call her to come and stay the night and she would be there on her way home from Kmart every time. She was nurturing and loving and spoiled us rotten, and we loved every second of it. She had the patience of a saint, and really needed those putting up with the stunts we pulled on her with every visit.
Many times I tried to tell grandma how much she influenced me and how much she inspired me as a wife and mother. She would laugh and do her famous “phooey” with her hand, but it was true. I will forever cherish every memory and moment with her, I idolized her in more ways than she could ever know. She was right when she said that being a wife and a mother is what's important and that's why she is loved so much. She lived for her family and loved being our grandmother and as she would say, “after all those are the things that are truly important in life”. I love you Gram!
Tiffany
Mullett Lake
Tiffany Stedman
April 20, 2014
It's hard to put into few words who my grandma was and what my grandma meant to me. She was the Matriarch of our family. She was everything a child and an adult wants in a grandma and much…..much more. She was so funny, out spoken and was my hero. She taught me about values, faith, independence, relationships, integrity and lived her life with all of those teachings.
She took me to church with her on Sundays and taught me about being a Christian. She spoke to me about God and how my faith would always be there to get me through anything in life. And she showed me with her actions what it meant to be a Christian.
She taught me how to be independent. I should know what it meant to be a good wife and mother. Know how to work, cook, clean and stand on my own two feet. After all those are the things that are truly important in life.
She taught me about unconditional love. Grandma was a constant for me, especially during my childhood. I could ALWAYS go to her or call her to come and stay the night and she would be there on her way home from Kmart every time. She was nurturing and loving and spoiled us rotten, and we loved every second of it. She had the patience of a saint, and really needed those putting up with the stunts we pulled on her with every visit.
Many times I tried to tell grandma how much she influenced me and how much she inspired me as a wife and mother. She would laugh and do her famous “phooey” with her hand, but it was true. I will forever cherish every memory and moment with her, I idolized her in more ways than she could ever know. She was right when she said that being a wife and a mother is what's important and that's why she is loved so much. She lived for her family and loved being our grandmother and as she would say, “after all those are the things that are truly important in life”. I love you Gram!
Tiffany
Carol & son Pahl (Lucky)
Carol Moore
April 20, 2014
Saddened by the news about my dear Aunt, but she is at peace with her Lord and with her beloved Carl. So many good memories of her that are to numerous to tell. My Dad's "baby sister", the last and longest survivor of that family of children. You were well cared for and loved by your family. My prayers are with all of the family at this time and moreso on Tuesday. Thank you for all the love that went behind all those birthday cards and/or calls that you made. I too loved you.........
Carol Moore
April 20, 2014
Oh Joannie.......What can I say except I am soooooo very sorry! I am amazed at her longevity and you and your families tender watch-care over her these last years. She was truly blessed in having you all around her, taking turns taking care of her. All of you made sacrifices on your own in order to show that love to her. I know you don't see it as a sacrifice, you did it out of love and respect for her as your Mother. I was at a funeral here on Thursday and one on Friday for friends and acquainantces (sp ?) here in MS.. I know that you know I will not be able to attend your Mom's funeral in Michigan, but I will be there in heart. Adeline was the last of that Schafer side left and she lived the longest. For as long as she was able, she never forgot my birthday. She usually did not send a Christmas card to me, because she knew my birthday was so soon following. None of my other reletives or family members did that, with the exception of my Mother's two sisters who lived in Detroit (one of which lived with my Mom and Dad).
Adeline loved her Lord and she certainly loved your Father. Now they are all together.
Again, my condolences are offered to all of you. Pleae do not lose contact with me! I appreciate you being the one who always kept me informed of what was going on with your Mom and your brothers and sisters. Please remember as I stated before that I am with you all in Spirit and in Heart.
I love you,
Carol Moore (Uncle Fred's daughter, Adeline's niece)
April 19, 2014
We give thanks for Adeline and pray for comfort for all her family. Ted and Kathy Ludwig
April 19, 2014
Our hearts go our to you Deb and Tom at the death of Deb's mother. On this Easter Eve we rejoice with you in the blessed victory that is hers because of the death and resurrection on our Lord Jesus Christ! We send our prayers and our love. Richard and Miriam.
April 19, 2014
All our thoughts, prayers, and comfort to you at this time. What a special lady! God be with all of you.
Kathy and Dave Ludwjig
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