William J. Schofield III
William J. Schofield III
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WILLIAM J. III
Of Shaler Twp., on Monday, January 24, 2005. Mr. Schofield was the beloved husband of Clementine McKenna Schofield; loving father of Michael (Gina) Schofield of Annapolis, MD, Elizabeth (Tom) Slear of Annapolis, MD, Mary (Piers) Forsyth of Belle Meade, NJ, Margaret (Hardie) Steitz of Charlotte, NC, Catherine (Gene) Taylor of Fargo, ND, James (Ramona) Schofield of Annapolis, MD, Barbara (Tim) Flannery of Blandon, PA, Edward (Janet) Schofield of Montgomery, AL; brother of Thomas E. (Connie) Schofield of Chicago, Sally (John) Burke of Schenectady, NY, Patricia Elliot of Burlington, Ont, Canada and Polly (Dick) Shilander of Cleveland,OH; also survived by 31 grandchildren. Mr. Schofield was the former Director of Allegheny County Veterans Services from March 2000 to 2004. President (Retired) of Schofield & Associates, Inc. Retired Commander, U.S. Navy World War II and Korea. Completed Tour as Group Commander for Reserve Activities, Pittsburgh, PA 1972. Mr. Schofield was a member, Executive Committee, Greater Pittsburgh Advisory Board of the Salvation Army; Trustee and Past President of the Pennsylvania School Boards Association; past Vice President and Board, Mental Health Association of Allegheny County; Board Member, Kiwanis Club of Glenshaw, PA; former President School Board, Shaler Area School District, 1976-1981 and 1986-1993; a member of St. Bonaventure Catholic Church from 1960 to the present. Bill enjoyed swimming, walking, working outdoors and traveling with Clem to visit their children and grandchildren. He also worked with the Shaler Area Activities for the Handicapped for many years. Celebrate Mr. Schofield life with his family at the FRANK R. PERMAN FUNERAL HOME, INC. 923 Saxonburg Blvd., at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp, on Wednesday and Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bonaventure Church, Friday, 10 a.m. Family respectfully suggests donations be made to St. Bonaventure Church, 2001 Mt. Royal Boulevard, Glenshaw, PA 15116.
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Elaine Ann Herald
February 11, 2005
To Clem,
I will miss seeing my "kissing cousin" at various and sundry meetings around town. My deepest sympathy at your loss, he was a good man and friend. Elaine
Patty Saunders
February 10, 2005
To the family of William J. Schofield III: I will never forget Mr. Schofield befriending me as I began my work at The Salvation Army just three years ago. He exemplified honor and integrity and service to his community. His presence is sorely missed here at The Salvation Army, as well as in my heart. God bless you all...
marianne neel
February 8, 2005
To the family of Bill Schofield:
I am deeply saddened by this news! Bill was a mentor to me in both the PSBA as well as in my business. We shared many a comment as to the constant changes within the educational system. I'll miss him and his always timely advice. Please accept my deeptest sympathy.
Bob & Beth Cochran
February 8, 2005
Bill was an inspiration to us in the short time we knew him. His life was and obvious example to everyone he touched. He will be missed.
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Barbara Andrews
February 2, 2005
Dear Clem & family,
We met several years ago at a PSBA meeting. I have known Bill since I started working as Director of Policy Services for PSBA in 1979. Upon retiring, I became a member of my own local board and have gone through the chairs at PSBA and am now immediate past president. I tell you this because without Bill's encouragement to go into public life, I would not have been able to do any of that. He was a tremendous influence in my life as well as every one else he came in contact with. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With God's help and strength you will continue on. Fondly, Barbara Andrews
Gina (Bevilacqua) Bishop
February 2, 2005
Mrs. Schofield,
My mom told me of Mr. Schofield's passing, and I just wanted to extend my sympathy to you and your family. I have no specific memory of Mr. Schofield, except that I was always impressed by his huge presence and he was always so nice to me. God Bless You
Mark Rauterkus
February 1, 2005
Mr Schofield was a giant of a man. He was big in every way -- heart, soul, body, pride, spirit -- and with family and community. I loved him, in part, because we could always talk about swimming. Respectful. Will all my respect and prayers. May we all live with his strength.
Diane Wuycheck
February 1, 2005
To Clementine and all of your family -- The whole Pittsburgh community joins you in mourning Bill's loss. We had just become reacquainted through our work with IRETA. I knew Bill (and Mary, too) through my job at the Allegheny County Medical Society (1976-1990).
Mary -- He gave me your whole life history since I had last seen you and he was so proud of all of it!
And I was thrilled to hear what wonderful life experiences you have had since we last saw you at ACMS.
Thoughts and prayers will be with all of you.
We all will miss Bill's energy and passion for a good cause.
Tom McElhone
February 1, 2005
Dear Clem and Family,
As so many others, please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Bill. He was a great leader not only in Shaler Township, but in Allegheny County and Pennsylvania. Although we were on different sides of the political fence, once elections were over, Bill was always ready to dig in and work for the betterment of everyone in the community. When I mentioned to Bill that I was applying for a job with Allegheny County, he told me to use his name as a reference. Just the mention of his name and warm and personal stories would flow forth. What I will miss most is the conversations we had, as many times when I was leaving town after a day's work, I would see Bill in front of the USS building on Grant Street waiting for a bus. I would offer him a ride, but cautioned that I was parked up in the Strip District near 16th Street. He would always take me up on the offer, and although he was nearly 20 years my senior, I would be struggling to stay with him by the time we got to the parking lot. He will be missed by so many people, for so many reasons. I thank God that I had the opportunity to know and be a friend of Bill Schofield. God bless your family. You are remembered in my prayers.
Janis Ramey
January 31, 2005
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's death. My deepest sympathy to all his family. Bill was a long-time member of the Quiz Club, which is where I got to know him. He will be missed.
Al Crawford
January 31, 2005
Clem and the Schofield Clan: I am well versed in the use of the English language and do a lot of writing for my email list, but I am hard pressed to fully express myself in words at the loss of a friend.
Bill and I go way back to the day he first came into the Naval Reserve program as a LT. Bill was one of our best young officers, and I worked well with him.
I was privileged to see Bill one last time on Nov.16th when we met in the eye doctor's office in Mercy Hospital. We had much to talk about old times and friends, then I asked Bill how he was doing physically. His response was that he was doing just fine with no chronic conditions.
With that in mind, word of his death caught me by surprise, I expected him to hear of my passing.
Thus I knew his departure had to be sudden,which it was, and I told Eileen, "I ain't riding the bus any more."
Clem. I share in your loss, because it is also mine, but keep in mind "our loss is God's gain."
I accepted Christ as Saviour and went on to make him Lord of my life, and stand on God's promise thru Jesus of eternal life. Therefore, I will see Bill again, as you and his loved ones also will.
God bless you and your family as you walk the road without Bill by your side.
QMCM Albert N. Crawford,USNR(Ret.)
Sister Nancy Schnur
January 28, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with Clem and her families at this time of loss. I have such wonderful memories of the Schofield Family when I taught at St. Bonventure's School. Bill was always so interested in his children. May he enjoy the rewards of heaven.
My love and prayers to all -
Sister Nancy Schnur CDP
(formerly Sr. Dorothy Ann)
Max Mavrovic
January 28, 2005
Dear Clem and Crew. I hope you all realize how Bill touched my life and family. He was a wonderful friend and a role model without fault. From the first day we met in January of 2000 when Bill introduced himself in my driveway through last Sunday night when we were all watching the Steeler's football game together, I knew Bill was a special man. He will be sadly missed on the street, at Kiwanis, and in my heart. Love you all. Max
Lynn (Dames)Hofstetter
January 28, 2005
Dear Schofield family,
I first met your husband and father when he taught my high school CCD class back in the late 60's. He was always a man of integrity, who spoke his mind and stuck to his convictions. Whenever I was in the Shaler area and ran into Bill, he always stopped to share a word. His community involvement was a model to be emulated. I was greatly saddened when my parents shared the news of Bill's passing. May God bless him and bring him into the peace that he so richly deserves. Those of us left behind will feel the void, but we also rejoice that he has gained his heavenly reward.
Lynn
Richard Wagner
January 28, 2005
To: Mrs. Schofield III and his family we are sorrry with our deepest sympathy. Allegheny County Haz-Mat Silver Team.
Diane Yates
January 27, 2005
Dear Clem and children,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Bill's sudden death. I am sorry that I will be unable to attend the viewing or funeral as Bob and I are in Florida for a few months.
Bill was always a stalwart supporter of the Shaler North Hills Library when I was director, and I remember many times when he encouraged me and offered good advice. He will be sorely missed.
Lauri (Kaiser) Edenhart
January 27, 2005
Mrs. Schofield & family-
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mr. Schofield was a wonderful man, and will be missed. My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Sheila Hyland
January 27, 2005
My deepest sympathies to your family. Bill was always so kind and so helpful to me over the years.
He was so passionate about everything...his passing is a great loss. I hope you'll be comforted by the fact that he made such an impression on so many people.
Margaret O. Brown,
January 27, 2005
There are those who make things happen, those who watch things happen, and those who wonder what happened. Mr. Schofield was a person eager to make things happen. He was committed to helping others and improving our society. Anyone who was lucky enough to encounter him and his wisdom will never forget him. We, the members of the Interagency Council of The Pittsburgh Public Schools, will miss him.
Clarice Chambers
January 27, 2005
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. He was always a good friend to me. His service to God. his family, his country and his fellowman was greatly appreciated. He will be sorely missed. Clem keep the faith. We who believe that there is an afterlife, know that we will see him again. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
Roberta B Wilson
January 27, 2005
A blessed person has a "good friend" on this earth. I am truly blessed as Clem was there too! Be assured I will always remember and try to be what he wanted me to be. God in His Great Wisdom needed him. To all the Schofield family all my love and sympathy. bobbiew
joyce boody
January 27, 2005
To the family of William J. Schofield, III
My deepest sympathy to you all at this sad time. Mr. Schofield and I
became acquainted through numerous
phone conversations over the last
couple of years during his tenure
with Allegheny County Department of
Veterans Affairs where he interceeded on behalf of my father
who was also a veteran of WWII. He was full of tireless energy and always had time to talk with me. I
was fortunate to speak with Mr. Schofield for the last time on
January 19, to tell him the sad news that my father had passed away
on January 5 and to thank him for
all his assistance for which I and my family will be forever grateful.
joyce boody
January 27, 2005
To the family of William J. Schofield, III
My deepest sympathy to you all at this sad time. Mr. Schofield and I
became acquainted through numerous
phone conversations over the last
couple of years during his tenure
with Allegheny County Department of
Veterans Affairs where he interceeded on behalf of my father
who was also a veteran of WWII. He was full of tireless energy and always had time to talk with me. I
was fortunate to speak with Mr. Schofield for the last time on
January 19, to tell him the sad news that my father had passed away
on January 5 and to thank him for
all his assistance for which I and my family will be forever grateful.
Ann, Bill, and Pam Lane
January 27, 2005
To Clem and Family
Sorry to hear of the death of Bill. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. I hope you remember us you both helped Pam learn how to swim with the Shaler Area Activities for the Handicapped. He will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynn Mannion
January 27, 2005
I always will be grateful I had the opportunity to know and love Bill Schofield. Not only was he a man of high integrity, he was a "humble" servant of all people in need. Over the years since he was president of the Pennsylvania School Boards Association, our friendship grew and blossomed. I trusted his counsel, shared his love for his family, and came to consider him a second father. He gave freely of himself to all he touched, was passionate in everything he did, worked tirelessly for what he believed in, and loved life. May he now rest safely in God's arms (and not try to change heaven's ways!). My thoughts and prayers got out to his family, as my love for him continues.
Joanie Martino
January 27, 2005
My heart goes out to you and your family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marjorie Grabowski (and family)
January 27, 2005
To the Family,
Our prayers are with you st this time. Bill was a very well spoken and kind man
Mrs Joseph Grabowski, Mark and Beth
Deborah McDougall
January 27, 2005
I never met Bill and Clem until my father passed away. My mother, Elizabeth Conway, and Bill were friends in politics many years ago. When my dad died Bill stepped in and helped my mom, brother and I with advice and friendship. My mother respected Bill Schofield more than anyone on the planet. When my mother died just 6 months after my dad Bill helped my brother and I deal with all the legalities. He was always available for a cheerful word and always knew someone who could help. Bill and I have talked a couple times since I moved to Wisconsin and I am heartbroken and devastated at his passing. He was truely a great man with a big heart, he will be sorely missed by everyone that knew him.
Norma Chase
January 26, 2005
I first got to know Bill when we both had offices in the Investment Building. He was a frequent source of friendly advice, and it always lifted my spirits to run into him on Grant Street. I will miss his wit and wisdom.
Anne and William Lang
January 26, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to the family of which he was so proud. Bill will be sorely missed by his many friends in Western Pennsylvania. His sudden death is a great loss to the community and to the many organizations he served. God Bless
Frank Ameruoso
January 26, 2005
I am a retired school superintendent. I knew Bill when I worked in PA. I rarely had resp;ect for a man the way I did for Bill He made a wonderful contribution to education.
Frank A. Ameruoso, Ph.D.
Pat Lang
January 26, 2005
I was greatly saddened to hear the news about Bill's death. He was a man who was always so full of life. He loved to tell stories about Clem and the dog and he was very proud of his children and grandchildren. Bill was a man of integrity and of kindness. He often fought for the underdog. We served on the PSBA Board and Insurance Trust together and he was always encouraging and supportive. I will miss his booming voice and his counsel at our meetings and conferences. It is a great loss to everyone who knew him and to the agencies he worked with. My sympathy to Clem and his family.
Brenda Askey
January 26, 2005
Words can not express my heavy heart. Bill was a wonderful human being and would help anyone, anywhere. I had the privilege to know Bill through his leadership and involvement with the Pennsylvania School Boards Association.
My son was born on Bill's birthday. Everytime we'd talk, Bill would always ask "How's my boy." We always shared pictures of Jared and Bill's grandchildren. I will miss that.
I will truly miss him. Clem, you and your entire family are in my family's thoughts and prayers.
anita letterle
January 26, 2005
My prayers and sympathy are with you Clem and your family.
God bless. Louis & Anita Letterle
Mary Ann Breitfeld
January 26, 2005
Clem----I am so sorry to hear about Bill. I was in Joann's and was talking to Judy. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. My father just died in Sept. and I know how hard it is. Take care. Mary Ann
Richard Deakin
January 26, 2005
It is with sadness that I offer condolences to the Schofield family. Mr. Schofield was a great adovcate for veterans, and particularly homeless veterans. Thank-you, sir, for your support.
Cris Hoel
January 26, 2005
Bill not only was an outstanding brother of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity but also was a strong and lifelong member of the Gamma Sigma chapter's alumni association and housing corporation.
Our entire chapter benefited from Bill's time, effort and wisdom, but even more important than his leadership was the manner in which brothers spanning five decades were able to count on Bill as the embodiment of our preamble, "for the establishment of friendship on a firmer and more lasting basis . . ."
Pi Kappa Alpha offers condolences to Bill's family, with thanks for sharing him with us for many years.
phi phi, brother Schofield
Sister Mary Traupman
January 26, 2005
To the Family of Bill Schofield,
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. You are all in my prayer.
(Sister Marla)
Larry Sawyer
January 26, 2005
Your husband and father was such a big part of so many lives in our community, mine included. I was touched that he was so involved. His actions showed just how much he cared. Mr. Schofield will be missed dearly. Please know, you and yours are in our prayers. Larry, Priscilla and Morgan Sawyer
James Fries
January 26, 2005
Bill,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
To a respected member of Shaler Township,
A trusted leader,
A valued mentor,
And a true and loyal friend.
We shall miss you and remember you always.
Jim
James Fries
Dorothy Heiber
January 26, 2005
I've always remembered Mr. Schofield's kindness and generosity towards me when I first started working back in 1973.
It appears that his kindness and generosity towards others lasted through these many years.
My deepest sympathy goes out to his family at this sad time.
Denise Deroba
January 26, 2005
Mr. Schofield exemplified leadership, truth and honor. Everyone at Renewal who knew him considered him a dear friend, and his contributions will never be forgotton. I will miss him very much. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Susan Fawcett
January 26, 2005
Such sad news about the loss of a truly great man. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dr. Vaughn/ Nola Campbell
January 26, 2005
We are sorry to learn of Bill's death. Our sympathies to his family.
Jenny Westphal
January 26, 2005
Dear Clem and family:
I am so sorry to hear about Bill. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deepest sypanthy,
Jenny Westphal
Alex Matthews
January 26, 2005
It is a huge lost to all of us in the passing of one of the greatest men that I have known. There are only a few people that I know that is strong enough to stand on their convictions. When he wasnt fighting for fairness for children across the commonwealth he was passing out his pocket calendars. No one ever had to know where they stood with Bill because he would let you know. Bill was a true friend who always saw the good in people and encouraged them to be the best. He always had an open ear to anything that i had to say and would always say i know you'll do the right thing. It made my heart sad when I heard the news of my friend. However, I know he is in a better place and if there are problems there, we all know that Bill will let them know how to fix it. He loved his family and he loved me. I will never forget him. Thank you for allowing me to express my feelings for this great man - MY FRIEND.
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