Mary Schaefers
February 23, 1932 ~ July 25, 2010
Mary “Janie” Schaefers, 78, of Orient, passed away, Sunday, July 25, 2010 at the Faulkton Area Medical Center.
Mass of Christian Burial were held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Orient with Father Joji Itukulapati officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. A prayer service was held at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Orient with visitation one hour prior.
Mary Jane Conway was born February 23, 1932 in Aberdeen, SD to Reg and Cecelia (Meyer) Conway. She grew up in Orient, SD and graduated from Orient High School in 1950.
She worked at the Faulk County State Bank for five years. She married Harold Schaefers on May 3, 1955. They lived in Paynesville, MN for two years before moving to Minneapolis until 1963. They then moved to Orient where they lived on a family farm.
She was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Altar Society. She was also involved in the American Legion Auxiliary, Jolly Wrens, Red Hat Society, and the Do-Nothing Club. Her pastimes included knitting, gardening, and quilting.
Janie is survived by her husband, Harold of Orient; brother, William (Betty) Conway of Kimball; children: Bab (Kirk) Carr of Huron, Curt Schaefers of Orient, and Dirk (Susan) Schaefers of Orient; grandchildren: Andrew (Kristen) Carr of Fargo, ND, Jeremy Carr of Brookings, Kassie Schaefers of Orient, Collin Schaefers of Orient, and Kaitee Schaefers of Orient; and great-grandchildren Molly and Connor.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Luce Funeral Home of Faulkton has been entrusted with Janie's arrangements.
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Harry, Bab, Kurt, Dirk & families,
So sorry to hear of Janie’s passing. Janie was one very special lady and we will miss her smiles and great conversation. You are all in our thoughts and prayers…Melvin & Debbie
Our sympathy is with you at this time. So sorry to hear the news. If there is anything we can do let us know. God Bless you all.
So sorry to hear about Janie, glad you could all be there with her. Wish we could be there, but know we are thinking and praying for all of you guys.
My memories of Janie will always be of her knitting machine. I loved everything she made for us. My favorite is our christmas stockings she knitted for each of us and they hang on our fireplace every year. She also knitted Jordan a Mickey Mouse red hodded sweatshirt. All three kids wore that and will save it to pass on the their kids. Janie made Lisa, Daline and I all Bear rugs when we were little.We used them ALL the time. And, my kids used it ALL the time watching TV ect. And, that bear rug will be passed down to their kids someday. I’m sure she has many treasures that will go on and on. What a talent she had. Generations will enjoy her creations.
Janie will be missed and know we will be thinking of you guys this week.
With much sympathy,
The Peterka’s
You have been in my thoughts and prayers alot the past few weeks. May all the good memories and God help through this sorrowful time. Sincerely, Jenise
Bab, Curt and Dirk and families, what a very special Lady Janie was. I will Cherish the bear rug she made for me as a child and the hoddies and Christmas stockings she made for my family. Enjoyed the family reuions of watching our families grow up and expand over the years. Know that we are thinking and praying for you all as you celebrate and remember Janie this week and in your hearts forever. The Simpson’s
Bab,Kirk,Jeremy,Andy,Kristen & families, please know that we are saddened by the passing of your Mom,mother-in-law,grandma and great grandma. We pray God’s blessing on each and every one and know that he is wrapping you in his arms and comforting you at this very difficult time. Remember all the good times and memories that no one can take away. We are here for you at any time during this difficult time and always.
Karen & Dick
Harry and Family,
We send our sympathy to all of you. Janie was the one to break in the “green” bookkeeper at the Oil Co. Will always remember how friendly she was and that big smile of hers. Our thoughts are with you.
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you all during this difficult time.
Thoughts/Prayers are with the family at this sad time.
I’ll say a Prayer for you all.
Dear Harry, Bab & Kirk, Curt, Dirk and Susan and families, Our hearts are heavy and wish we could take away the hurt. Janie was a wonderful lady, always had a smile and fun to be around. You have such great memories and have had so many great family get-togethers, she will be missed so much. God Bless you as you celebrate her life and have each other to support one another…..Love you all
Harry and families,
I am so very sorry to hear of Janie’s passing. I used to love to work with her at church functions—she was always fun to be around, and she thought so much of her family. She talked a lot about all of you. She will be deeply missed by anyone who knew her. I am still just shocked that she is gone. My most deepest sympathies to all of you.
Sincerely,
Deb Wilson
Harry and family–We send our sympathy and prayers to all of you at this sad time. As you gather to celebrate Janie’s life we pray that your tears of sadness will slowly become smiles of joy as you share fond memories with family and friends.
Tom and Linda Bartholomew
Faulkton, SD
Harry and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Janie. We had so much fun in club and Janie and I were also on church cleaning for many years. We all have such wonderful memories of Janie and we know you will miss her deeply. Our sympathies and prayers are with you all.
Terry and Carol
We found out today about your mom. Our sympathy is extended to your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers this week.
JT and LuAnn Weber and family