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JoAnn Schaefer, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, formerly of Lancaster, New York, passed away on March 15, 2025, after a brief illness.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Jean Schaefer, and her sister Patricia (late Paul) Kasprzyk. She is survived by longtime companion Daniel Wilkinson; son Aaron (Courtney) Bapst; grandson Noah Bapst; sister Susan (Wayne) Gall; sister Jane (Joseph) Szwed; and brother William Schaefer.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Georgia Cremation in Duluth is assisting the family with arrangements.
Susan Gall says
RIP JoAnn. Love you always and you will be greatly missed!
It’s a comfort knowing you are reunited with our parents and sister.
Kathy and Peter Palumbo says
Our sincere condolences to JoAnn’s family and friends. We remember JoAnn as a happy young girl playing with her sister Jane and Tobey, the family dog. JoAnn had a ready smile and an infectious laugh. May she rest in peace.
Kathy and Peter Palumbo
Holly Czora says
Aunt JoAnn,
You were always ready to laugh and spend time together when you were in Lancaster. I know my boys just adored being around you as did I. We love you so and know you are in great company up there!
Christine Hubert says
We love you more than you know Aunt Joann. I always loved when you would come to visit. I can hear your laugh ringing through my head. Your life will never be forgotten. I know you are safe and at peace with grandma, grandpa, and your sister. Sending all my good energy to all who mourn your loss.
Dan Wilkinson says
Joann is the best thing that ever happened to me , She will be missed
by so many .
Cheri Candelaria says
Joann you were so much more to me than an Aunt, you were like my older sister that shared our deepest secrets with each other. I just talked to you and can’t believe you’re gone so soon. I opened the box you sent to me last year and read your letter and I am so glad that I will always have that from you! I’m happy you are at peace now and with my parents and grandma and grandpa! I will love for you always and ever!
Bob and Libby Kuntz says
Our prayers and condolences go out to all of the family as you are mourning JoAnn’s loss. We look forward to the next time we can see and hug each other. We are thinking of you and sending love and best wishes in this difficult time.
Courtney Bapst says
RIP JoAnn. You will be greatly missed. I wish that we would have had more time together, but I’m so fortunate that I got to know you. I’ll forever be grateful to you for bringing your wonderful son into this world. While you didn’t have the opportunity to meet Noah, we’re comforted knowing that he has another guardian angel watching over him. May you be at peace.