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Nancy Ann (Geffers) Schaefer

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Nancy (Geffers) Schaefer Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 2, 2025.

Nancy Ann was born to Theodore John & Ruth Mabel (Brandes) Geffers on March 28, 1940 in Wellsville, New York. Nancy had 7 siblings who grew to adulthood: Margaret, Betty, Don, Forrest, Dale, and then Nancy, Joanne, and Janet. She was closest with her sister, Joanne Wilkins, throughout her life.

Nancy was married to her husband, Dr. Glenn Schaefer for 63 years. They lived in New York, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Michigan before moving to California where Glenn took a teaching position with Simpson University in 1974.

Nancy was known for many things: baking, crafting, sewing, gardening, hospitality, and love - and then came her grandchildren who were everything to her. She loved every minute she was able to spend playing with them in their younger years and supporting them as they grew, attending music concerts, sporting events, and recognition events.

Nancy was living in Redding, California when she passed away on March 26, 2025 after 15 years with Parkinson's Disease. Nancy is survived by her husband, Dr. Glenn Schaefer; her children: Judy (Dan) Flores, Daniel (Kim) Schaefer, and Ruth Burch; her grandchildren, Natalie (Jacob) Shelby, Aimee (Tyler) Thomas, Aiden (Sierra) Burch, Stephen Flores, Bailey Burch, Charis Burch, and Noah Schaefer; and her great grandchildren: Penelope Quinn & Beau Daniel Shelby. She was greatly loved and will be dearly missed, but she is now in a better place.

Nancy's Memorial Service will be held at Pathway Church 777 Loma Vista Drive, Redding, CA 96002 on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Nancy's honor can be made to the Glenn & Nancy Schaefer Scholarship at https://www.simpsonu.edu/memoryofnancyschaefer or through checks to the Simpson University, with Glenn & Nancy Schaefer Scholarship on the comment line sent to Simpson University, Advancement Office, 2211 College View Drive, Redding, CA 96003.

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April 12, 2025

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David Strong

April 12, 2025

Nancy will always be remembered by the Theology and Ministry Division at Simpson University as a gracious hostess. Whenever the division interviewed candidates for a faculty position, she would provide an elegant meal in the Schaefers' congenial dining room: a tasty salad, a scrumptious main course, and oh, the desserts! Small wonder, then, that when offers were extended, few turned the division down. Nancy's meals were the beginning of years of memorable, collegial relationships.

Cyndi Fix

April 5, 2025

My sympathies as you grieve Nancy's departure from this earth. I also rejoice with you in her home going. The promise of the resurrection becomes so much more precious at these times

Renee Hutchinson

April 3, 2025

I met Nancy years ago as a Senior in High School at Redwood Christian in Castro Valley. She was always so kind and thoughtful towards all the students and gave me great advice if I wanted to go to college. I was able to attend Simpson College in San Francisco because of her advice where I met her husband Dr Glenn Schaefer. God used her and Glenn greatly in the lives of thousands of students. She is loved by all who met her and Doc.

Janice E Kirk

April 2, 2025

Glenn, My sympathies to you and your family. Nancy will be greatly missed by all who knew her. May the God of all comfort surround you with His love. Jan Kirk

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Karen Whelan

April 2, 2025

I stayed a weekend as a friend with Judy when we were both at Simpson in San Francisco. She was a delightful hostess and the fact I remember that solitary weekend so vividly after 42 years is testament to her. And I got my very first homemade donuts! My condolences to Professor Schafer, my old friend Judy and all of the family.

Jackie Longfellow

April 2, 2025

Nancy was a gift to so many. So many attributes that she excelled in whether it was hospitality, baking, crafting and on the list goes. She was a special friend to so many. I am blessed to have the privilege of know both Nancy and Glenn. So thankful for Eternity and the gift of salvation. A special lady that will be missed

Sherri Jump

April 2, 2025

Nancy was the sweetest women and had the gift of help. I got to know her when I was at Simpson. Where she used her gift of help and creativity with creating the center piece for the Foundation Dept. Events. Nancy always had a smile on her face a hug and an uplifting conversation.
Rest in your Fathers arm´s Nancy.

Deborah Spiess

April 2, 2025

I will always remember Nancy's smile, grace, and kindness when working with her at Boulder Creek School. May your precious memories of loving times and your faith support and sustain you.

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