Barbara Schafer's obituary , Passed away on May 8, 2025 in Waterloo, Iowa

Barbara Schafer

February 19, 1942 - May 8, 2025 (83 years old)

Waterloo, Iowa

Barbara Schafer's obituary , Passed away on May 8, 2025 in Waterloo, Iowa

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Hagarty-Waychoff-Grarup Funeral Service

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Barbara Schafer

February 19, 1942 - May 8, 2025 (83 years old)

Waterloo, Iowa

Barbara Schafer Obituary

The world bids farewell to Barbara Schafer of Waterloo, Iowa, departing on May 8, 2025 at the age of 83. Barbara leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara Schafer to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Howard Boesen and Catharine Boesen (Fettes); and her siblings, William Boesen, James Boesen, Robert Boesen and Patricia Van Dorn.

She is survived by: her husband Duane Schafer of Greene; her children, Jacqueline Schafer of San Antonio, TX, Andrea Jennings (Tim) of Denver, Steven Schafer (Brooke) of Waukee, Jennifer Clark (Sean) of Marion and Matthew Schafer (Erica) of Cedar Falls; her grandchildren, Madison Harris (Drew), Morgan Guynes, Alex Jennings, Sydney Schafer, Kaitlyn Clark, Tristin Clark, Riley Schafer, Lana Schafer and Urijah Schafer; and her sister Mary Ellen Hadachek.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorials be directed to Cedar Valley Hospice of Waterloo or Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, honoring Barb's lifelong dedication to helping others.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hagarty-Waychoff-Grarup Funeral Service



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May 15

Rosary

Hagarty-Waychoff-Grarup Funeral Service
400 South St, Waterloo, IA 50701

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May 15

Visitation

Hagarty Waychoff Grarup Funeral Service
400 South St, Waterloo, IA 50701

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May 16

Visitation

Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
650 Stephan Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701

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May 16

Mass of Christian Burial

Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
650 Stephan Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701

Fri

May 16

Burial

Mt. Olivet Cemetery
3912 W 4th St, Waterloo, IA 50701

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