Carolynn L. Schafft

Carolynn "Carol" Schafft (Howey), of East Stroudsburg, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, at Whitestone Care Center in Stroudsburg. Carol was preceded in death by her loving husband of 44 years, August "Augie" Schafft. She is survived by their son John Schafft and granddaughter Brooke Schafft of East Stroudsburg. Born September 17, 1945, in East Stroudsburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen Howey. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and a faithful attendee of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Carol loved camping, going to motocross races and spending time with her son and granddaughter. Carol owned and managed her own beauty salon and bait store for several years. She transitioned into public service, working with the Monroe County Commissioners in the Voter Registration Office and later retired from the Prothonotary's Office. She brought dedication, grace, and commitment to every role she took on throughout her life. Carol will be lovingly remembered by a sister, Joeann E. Lance, sister-in-law, Kathy Simon; brother-in-law, Edward Vogel; and several nieces, nephews and their children. She was also preceded in death by sister, Barbara Vogel; brothers-in-laws, Frank Simon and Michael Lance and nephew Vincent Bruno. A celebration of life will be held to honor Carol's memory at a later date. The Bensing Thomas Funeral Home, 401 North 5th Street, Stroudsburg, is handling arrangements. Memorial donations in Carol's name may be made to the Dementia Society of America (www.dementiasociety.org), or a tree may be planted in her honor. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Carolynn, please visit our floral store.