Gwendolyn "Gwen" D. Schaefer Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Gwendolyn “Gwen” D. Schaefer, 86, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022 at St. Vincent Hospital. Gwen was born on October 28, 1935 in LaCrosse, Wisc, the daughter of the now late William and Lovila (Pfaff) Craig and was raised on a Dairy Farm. She was employed as a Medical Records Technician in the health care field working at the LaCrosse Clinic for many years. Gwen was a loving and faith filled servant who trusted in the Lord and relied on her faith to see her through the days. She was a caretaker by nature and was the most humble person you would ever meet. Gwen enjoyed her flower garden, the beauty of nature and all the creatures within it. She spent most of her day with her loving kitty cat Tucker. Gwen was a loving Mom, grandma, great-grandma, a friend to many and will be lovingly remembered and sorrowfully missed. Gwen is survived by her children: Dr. Matthew (Renee) Schaefer, Green Bay; Heidi (Paul) Barrios, Riverside, CA; 6 grandchildren: Holly (Ryan) Smith, Bethany (Kent) VanSickle, Isaiah Schaefer, Marcus Barrios, Marshall Barrios, Marcel Barrios, 2 great-grandchildren: Luke and Lilly Smith, 2 brothers and 1 sister-in-law: Steve (Harriet) Craig and Wendell Craig, She is further survived by nieces, nephews other relatives and friends and her best friend, Tucker her cat. Gathering of family and friends will be held from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 514 Clay Street. A Service of Remembrance will be held at 2:00 P.M. with Rev Jon Zabell officiating. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy Memorial Donations may be made to: St. Paul Church for “Built on the Rock” Fund. The family would like to offer a warm note of appreciation to the staffs of St. Vincent Hospital, especially Jennifer, for all of their loving care and concern , your kindness will never be forgotten.

Gwendolyn "Gwen" D. Schaefer

October 28, 1935 - March 27, 2022