Condolences

• 09/03/2024

  June Ruff Leasure

  I grew up hearing the names of Julius and Mary Schaeffer. My parents thought much of yours. I had the privilege of chatting with Mary at Audrey Kerr's retirement party. You will miss her but cherish the memories. There are so many of the southend. We had a great heritage. June for the Ruffs

• 09/03/2024

  Dave and Lynn Hutter

  Dear Bob,Steve,Bill,and families, An institution has passed and another great lady of that era!!! We have such fond memories of your parents partying at my parents' house after games and on holidays. They had such a big group of friends always supporting each other. For years your mom called my Aunt Eileen every evening at 6:45. We would often talk to her when she called and she always had that sparkle and wit about her. She was so proud of you boys and your families and the way you cared for her. We've moved to NC now but last July we took Eileen to see her and she was thin but regal and still so feisty. Your cousins came as we were leaving. She loved the peanut butter cups we brought. Our deepest sympathies to all of you.

• 09/03/2024

  joan morgan noblitt

  Dear Steve and Family: I was so sorry to hear about your mother, but I know the last few months were difficult for her and all of you. She was a dear and very close friend of our family and there are a lot of good memories. Thank you for visiting Eileen after the funeral. That meant a lot to her. Mary would call her every night until the last 2 weeks of her death. That is truly a good friend. I hope to come to our class reunion this summer if they have one. Your friend, Joan Morgan Noblitt

• 09/03/2024

  Bob Weinman

  Steve... Sorry to hear about your mother. I always enjoyed seeing her in church over the past few years. Our families go way bach because of that church. Our condolences from Texas... Bob Weinman

• 09/03/2024

  Patty Schmitt Dittmar

  The Schmitt family sends our condolences to the Schaefer and Glaub family. We remember Mary from our Lincoln Avenue days and the Hub. My Mom! Mary Alice Schmitt has many fond memories of her and I have many from our days at the Hub. Our thoughts and prayers are for Mary and your families. Patty Schmitt Dittmar

• 09/03/2024

  Ed and Sue Weinman

  Dear family, We are very sorry to hear of your mother's passing, but know that she is at rest. Losing a parent is never easy, and you have our deepest sympathy. She was a truly delightful lady whom we enjoyed very much. Love, Ed, Sue and Exel Weinman

• 09/03/2024

  Trisha Williams

  Susie: I am so sorry to hear about Aunt Mary. I loved hearing you and Daddy tell stories about what sassy individual she was! I'll be thinking of you and all your family. Love and prayers - Trisha

• 09/03/2024

  Thomas Hastie Kerr

  R.I.P. Mary Love,Tom

• 09/03/2024

  Ted Hamilton

  Schaefer brothers, I was sad to learn of the passing of your mother. I send my family's condolences and we will have her, you, and your families in our thoughts and prayers. Ted and Nancy Hamilton

• 09/03/2024

  Dee DeGonia (Diane Riser)

  My sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. She and your dad were such good friends to my mom and dad (Peg & Woody Riser) and to me. My husband and I are in Florida for the winter so I just saw the obit. Plese accept these late words of sympathy at Mary's passing. Mother & I stayed with your mom when on our infrequent visits to Steubenville. She was quite the hostess. Dee DeGonia

• 09/03/2024

  Judy Reynolds Davis

  Bob, Bill and Steve, My deepest sympathy. I am glad I got to see her at Zion's anniversary dinner in October. She was a strong force in my life growing up. She had a wonderful life and I know was a great Mom to all of you. Judy

• 09/03/2024

  Tom and Karen Wenck

  Bob, Bill, and Steve, We were sorry to hear of the death of your mom. She was a great lady and a true friend of our family. I have to thank Judy Reynolds Davis for informing me. God bless you and your families. Tom & Karen Wenck Port Charlotte, FL

• 09/03/2024

  Roberta DeLavo-Ruggieri

  Was very sorry to hear about Mary, but so happy she was a part of my family. She really was a sharp,independent, modern woman up to the end with a style all her own.I loved listening to her tell a story and I have many great memories of visiting her house with my Grandma DeLavo. She will be missed.

• 09/03/2024

  Bonnie Young

  I send my condolences to the Schaefer, Glaub, and Kessler families. Mary and Julius were friends of my family when I grew up on Lincoln Ave. in Steubenville. They were part of a wonderful group of people who made the Steubenville-Wintersville area a great place to live. I know you will continue the family tradition of love, loyalty, and service they exemplified.

• 09/03/2024

  Betty Ann Kessler

  Mary, so many wonderful memories. I remnember when you worked at the Hub before I was even a part of this wonderul family. You were always so kind and always knew the family history. What wonderful stories you had for all. You will be missed by many and more than you will ever know. Always and forever in my heart you will be. Thank you so very much for welcoming me into the family.

• 09/03/2024

  Susan Copeland Newman

  I fondly remember Mary, and your Dad, from the Hub and church. Mary was so friendly and outgoing and a proud mom when one of you were home for a visit and accompanied her to church. My mother, Thelma Copeland and Mary were part of a gourp of ladies who went to lunch after chuch. Mom greatly enjoyed these outings. She told the story that Mary often drove the group until her macular degeration got to the point that, out of concern, she would not let people ride with her. But, she continued to drive herself! My condolences to you.