ELSE (ELSIE) SCHAEFER

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ELSE (ELSIE) SCHAEFER Else (nee Pauley) Schaefer, formerly of Winnipeg, MB, beloved wife of the late Jack Schaefer, passed away peacefully at Dufferin Place, Nanaimo on June 17, 2004 at 81 years. She leaves to mourn daughters, Susan Bewick (David) and Carolyn Haines (Gary) grandchildren, Brad, Curtis, Tricia, Steven (Tanya) stepchildren, Jack Jr. (Carol), Marie Rowan (George) grandchildren, Chad (Marnie), Jedwin (Pam), Yael (Peter) Gerry (Donna), Christelle (Phil) 12 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Else was predeceased by her parents, Susannah and Jacob; first husband Alfred Piper; brother Henry and sister Tillie Oelkers. A special thank you is extended to all her caregivers at Dufferin Place. Else was well liked, with a winning smile for all. Prior to moving to Nanaimo, she was on the executive of several seniors groups including Bleak House, Carriage House, and 1080 Powers. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of choice. Memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 23 at St. Pauls Lutheran Church, 394 Shepherd Ave., Nanaimo and in Winnipeg at a later date. The Broken Chain We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, You did not go alone, For part of us went with you the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories. Your love is still our guide. And though we cannot see you, You are always at our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, the Chain will link again.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 26, 2004