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Maritza Joanna Schiffers
1998 - 2023
Maritza Joanna Schiffers
1998 - 2023
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BORN
1998
DIED
2023
Maritza Schiffers Obituary
Maritza Joanna Schiffers was born December 7, 1998, the beloved daughter of Ronald and Joan Schiffers, cherished sister of Tessa Schiffers. Maritza passed away peacefully on April 29, 2023 at the age of 24.
Maritza was a truly special person who touched the lives of everyone she met. She was social, positive, and faithful, always looking for the good in people and situations. Maritza was also a creative person who had a passion for homemade cards. She loved to celebrate birthdays and made sure that everyone felt special on their special day.
Maritza had a particular passion for caring for those with special needs. She always had a kind word and a smile for everyone she met. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched.
The family would like to thank everyone who has shown their love and support during this difficult time.
Lying in State, Friday, May 5, 2023 from 9 a.m. until time of service, 11 a.m. at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church 205 N. Prospect in Park Ridge, IL. Interment will follow at Acacia Park Cemetery in Chicago, IL. For information, please contact Nelson Funeral Home at 847-823-5122 or www.nelsonfunerals.com
Sonja Dziedzic, Retired Art Teacher, Emerson Middle School
June 2, 2023
Dear Tessa and Schiffers Family,
I am so sorry that I missed the service for Maritza, or Mitzi, as I remember her in art classes at Emerson. I found the drawing she made in 7th grade, it was Spirit Circles. I made a photo of each student's profile and printed it, so it could be cut it out and used it in their drawings to depict elements of nature that reflected their spirit or personality. This was her drawing, I hope you will enjoy seeing it. I will miss seeing you out in the community and getting a hug, Maritza! God bless you. Mrs. Dziedzic
Lynn Trapp
May 9, 2023
Sending you my deepest sympathies. When Maritza was younger, I often saw her on Saturday mornings at the Centennial Fitness Center Lap pool. She would come into my lane in the lap pool and ask me to pull her around the lane. We would chat during our time in the pool. She always had a smile on her sweet face, I enjoyed spending time with her. You and your family are in my prayers.
Paula Levin
May 4, 2023
I have fond memories of Mitzi and her years at Jefferson EDK. Always sweet, kind, and helpful. May her memories be a comfort at this time. My deepest condolences.
Suzanne Powell
May 4, 2023
Maritza was in my sons class year and Tessa was in my daughters class. We are also members of St Lukes where we would run into you from time to time. You all always had kind words and smiles to share. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. The Powells, Brian, Sony, Sarah (Zuhlke), and Danny
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May 4, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. As a district administrator, I so enjoyed visiting her classroom and talking with her. She was such a positive person who lit up the room. My sincere condolences.
Mike G.
May 4, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person.
Joan Simon
May 4, 2023
Ever so sorry for your loss. She was much too young to leave this life, I was an aide for her in high school. She had an indomitable spirit.
Christi Steiner
May 3, 2023
Sending all my love to the Schiffer family during this difficult time. It was truly a blessing to work with Maritza at MTTP. She always went out of her way to say hello to everyone she saw and had a kind comment for all she encountered.
Terry Broeker, Music Teacher
May 3, 2023
Whether singing or playing the piano, Maritza was always smiling! Both Maritza and Tessa were wonderful music students at Emerson. I remember their time at Emerson with great fondness! My prayers and sympathy to Maritza's family. I'm sure Maritza is singing with the angels now.
Mathew Jaworski
May 3, 2023
Maritza I knew u from kindergarten and we were really good friends looked up to u as my sister and now to hear that u are gone it’s heart breaking fly high my little angel hope to see u soon.
Paige, Vanja and Bruce Karlson
May 3, 2023
We have many memories of Maritza, whether it be at football games or the library or having drinks at Starbucks. Out overriding memories will be that she truly wanted the best for everyone. She liked to bring groups of friends together. You have our deepest condolences and please know that she touched many lives.
Paige, Vanja and Bruce
May 3, 2023
I was always amazed how Maritza remembered the little things we sometimes all forget. She asked me my birthday over ten years ago when the girls were in middle school. From that day on, every year I got a call or a text wishing me a happy birthday....a small thing that always made me smile!! We are so sorry for your loss but please know that she touched many lives.
Kirsti
May 3, 2023
I will always remember and treasure that sweet laugh she has. She will be deeply missed but so thankful I got the pleasure I got to meet her and hangout with her
Teri Collins
May 3, 2023
Deepest sympathy and prayers to the Schiffers family. Anytime I saw Maritza she had a smile on her face. She was a delightful girl. May she fly with the angels!
Ashley Wasserman
May 3, 2023
A beautiful young lady. I worked with Maritza while she attended Emerson Middle School. She was a sweet and compassionate young adult then. Shine bright!
Pauly Montgomery
May 3, 2023
Rest In Peace Maritza. I’m so sorry I heard you passed away. My condolences !
May 3, 2023
Maritza's friendly nature was a treasure. Sincere condolences to all her family and friends. Brenda Grove
Malcolm Hawkes
May 2, 2023
My deepest condolences, your neighbour, Malcolm
Lauren Grove
May 2, 2023
Even in the sadness of this loss, I will always remember Mitzi's joy and openness to making new friends, and the times we were able to spend together. Wishing her family peace and solace in this time.
Eva and Mikey Nicholson
May 2, 2023
We are very sad that Mitzi is no longer with us and will always remember the good times we shared with her. May she rest in peace and may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Karen Hess
May 2, 2023
I had the pleasure of working with Maritza during her middle school years at Emerson.
She was so kind and always wanted to make sure everyone was doing ok. She had a great sense of humor and an infectious laugh. I will always cherish our Friday dance club time. I would say rest in peace but really hope you are “dancing with the stars”.
Kelly Brunning
May 2, 2023
I have known Maritza for almost 7 years and will forever cherish the time we got to spend together doing M-NASR programs and our weekly check-ins. My favorite memories of Maritza was taking her to Lake Geneva last summer where we got to go on a boat tour and enjoy lunch together. She loved going to the theatre to see shows, one of which we got to see together was called "Rock of Ages" and I can still hear her singing the Journey song! Maritza loved everyone and would always go out of her way to do something nice for someone new she would meet. She was an artist and I'm thankful our paths have crossed. I'm so very sorry for your loss, Joan, Ron and Tess. She will definitely be missed!
Dee Dee Kramer
May 2, 2023
I loved teaching Maritza during her Kindergarten year. She was full of personality and loved humor. She usually had a big smile on her face. She was very friendly and observant of new people. I had many memorable times with her.
Nicole Chevalier
May 2, 2023
We all loved dear Mitzi and she will be missed. Rest in peace.
Thinking of you, Joan and Tessa.
Love, Nicolas, Marc, Elizabeth and Coco Chevalier.
Ethan Mellema
May 2, 2023
I've know Maritza for well over a decade since we went to middle school together. I was fortunate enough to get to work with her 1:1 while we were in orchestra at Maine South, seeing her at worship and other events at St. Luke's, and more recently working with her as a program leader and assisting staff at M-NASR programs. Last summer she came to an organ recital I played at St. Luke's and I found out about a week later, that she called the M-NASR office the day after the recital to tell them about the wonderful recital she had heard me play and how lucky they were to have me on staff. I will miss her greatly, especially her smile and enthusiasm. "Oh, blest communion, fellowship divine, we feebly struggle, they in glory shine; yet all are one in thee, for all are thine, Alleluia! Alleluia!" (verse 3 of the hymn, For All the Saints).
Deborah Rice
May 2, 2023
There are no words to express the sorrow I feel. She was always cheerful and loved everyone. Heaven truly has another angel. My sympathy to Ron and Joan and Tessa. Prayers to all.
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