James Schaus Obituary
The memory of James Schaus of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, who passed away on November 18, 2025 at the age of 86, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Schaus to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Roland Schaus and Claribel Schaus (Radandt); his brothers, Allen Schaus (Ruthie) and Kenneth Schaus; and his parents-in-law, Alger and Doris Pelnar.
He is survived by: his wife Polly Schaus of Mark's Church; his daughters, Victoria Seehafer (Samantha Grage), Lisa Schaus and Kelly Schaus-Deering (Kory Deering); his grandchildren, Trevor Seehafer (Julie Jeske), Justin Schaus-Surfus (Autumn Wimberly), Brennan Seehafer (Shilah), Brock Deering (Josie), Weston Deering and Morgan Deering; his great grandchildren, Wyatt Seehafer, Colt Schaus, Carson Seehafer, Benson Seehafer, Alexis Jeske, Zachary Jeske, Urijah Millen, Ethan Millen and Grace Dirkman; his sister Karen Posey (Terry); his sister-in-law Sally Eesley (Todd); his brother John Pelnar (Jill); and his pets, Penny, Erma, Abby and LucyLu. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the Historical Construction Equipment Association. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the family by visiting http://www.lakeshorefamilyfuneralhomes.com.
