Jacob Leonard (Jake) Schaeffer
March 13, 1944 - April 1, 2025
Jake suddenly passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at Juravinski Hospital, Hamilton. He is survived by his wife, Louise, his son Nolan (Brenda), his daughter Janeen (Gary Turcott); his grandchildren, Karissa (Steve), Shelby, Alexis (James), Wyatt, and Jessie. Also survived by his sisters, Marie Speller (Gordon), and Donna Reid, his brother-in-law, Bill Parks (Diane), and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Leonard & Mary Schaeffer, infant son Jacob, infant sister Katherine, and his sister Gertrude Wilkins (Don). Jake was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Funeral Service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 30 Erie Ave. N., Fisherville on Monday April 7, 2025 at 11:30 am. (Visitation 1 hour prior to service). Interment Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. Fisherville. In lieu of flowers, donations to Trinity Lutheran Church, Fisherville would be appreciated. Arrangements by Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville. www.rhbanderson.com
Condolences
Posted by
Ken & Carol Schlacht
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Apr 3rd, 2025
Louise, Our heart felt condolences to you and your entire family. We did not know that Jake was I’ll.
Posted by
Patricia Mitchell & Earl Graham
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Apr 3rd, 2025
So very sorry to hear of Jake's passing. His warm hugs & happy smiles will be greatly missed. Gone too soon.
Posted by
Cindy and Mike Guay
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Apr 4th, 2025
Louise and family - we are saddened to hear about Jake. We had such great times together. Much laughter and memories. May the comfort of your family and friends get you through this difficult time. He will always be in our hearts.
Posted by
Emerson & Kathy Nie
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Apr 4th, 2025
Louise, Nolan & Brenda, Jan & Gary and families, so very sorry to hear of Jake's passing. May all your fond memories of him help you during this difficult time. take care Emerson & Kathy Nie
Posted by
Barbara Williams
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Apr 4th, 2025
Louise, my heart felt condolences to you and your family. Fondly remembered. Always with you in your memories.
Posted by
Luc Jacobs
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Apr 4th, 2025
Sending my most sincere condolences to Louise and all of Jake's family. Jake always stood tall and proud and was never afraid to voice his opinion. He often reminded me of a character from a western movie. Rest in Peace Jake.
Posted by
Dave Gilbert
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Apr 4th, 2025
Jake and I served together on the Auxiliary OPP at the Cayuga detachment.
Always a good time when Jake was around.
Posted by
Wayne Awde
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Apr 5th, 2025
My condolences to the family, and too Marie and Donna.R.I.P
Posted by
David and Joan Green
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Apr 5th, 2025
Dear Louise and family
So sorry to hear of Jake's sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you over this difficult time.
Posted by
Dianna Alexander
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Apr 5th, 2025
Louise so sorry to hear about Jake. I remember the good times at BGR. Condolences to you and the family. He will be missed
Posted by
Paul Coutts
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Apr 6th, 2025
Sorry to hear of your lose Louise. I remember you from your kindness at the First Aid clinic at the Stelco Nanticoke plant. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your family is your strength.
Posted by
Glenn Schaeffer
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Apr 7th, 2025
Louise
We are sorry to hear about Jacob and unfortunately we are unable to attend his funeral. Our thoughts are with you and all your family as you work through his loss
Darlene & Glenn
Posted by
Harold & Marilyn Winger
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Apr 7th, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
Posted by
Thom Scott
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Apr 17th, 2025
Jake was my History teacher in 1965/1966. After graduation, my friend Craig and I shared his house in Rochester, keeping all our costs at a minimum. I've thought about him often and hoped I would see him again one day.
Requiescat in pace, Jacob. You taught me so much about life.
Posted by
Thom Scott
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Apr 17th, 2025
Jake was my History teacher in 1965/1966. After graduation, my friend Craig and I shared his house in Rochester, keeping all our costs at a minimum. I've thought about him often and hoped I would see him again one day.
Requiescat in pace, Jacob. You taught me so much about life.
Posted by
Thom Scott
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Apr 17th, 2025
Jake was my History teacher in 1965/1966. After graduation, my friend Craig and I shared his house in Rochester, keeping all our costs at a minimum. I've thought about him often and hoped I would see him again one day.
Requiescat in pace, Jacob. You taught me so much about life.
