John Paul Schafer, 87, of Hubbardston passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, on Saturday, September 11, 2021. Johnny was born July 1, 1934, at his family home in Hubbardston, to Joe and Marie (Datema) Schafer. He graduated in 1952 from St. John the Baptist School and remained a lifelong member of the parish. John served his country in the US Army, stationed in Japan, from 1956 to 1958. On June 30, 1962, he married Sharon Churchill at Saint Mary's Church in Carson City. Together they raised five children on their farm west of Hubbardston.
Johnny worked for Sealed Power in St. Johns for over 30 years, retiring in 1996. Johnny was a lover of nature. He grew many fruit and nut trees, along with a bountiful garden. He enjoyed sharing the harvest with friends and neighbors. He could often be found in his lawn chair eyeing an approaching storm, tending to his vegetables, or cracking hickory nuts. He was a beekeeper for over 60 years, a cider-maker, a farmer, and he enjoyed cutting wood and hunting. Johnny was a devoted husband, loving father, and special grandpa. He shared his love of the outdoors with his grandchildren, teaching them how to garden and press cider.
Johnny is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sharon; children, Lora (Gary Peter) Burns of Carson City, Brian (Patti) Schafer of St. Johns, Mark Schafer of Muir, Lisa (Brennen) Falor of St. Johns, and Julie (Joe) Fletcher of Muir; brothers, Gene (Priscilla) Schafer, Bill (Margo) Schafer; sister, Rita Schafer; brothers-in-law, Don and Pat Churchill. Johnny is also survived by 13 grandchildren and one great granddaughter.
John was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Tom and Lucille Churchill; brothers, Joe Pete, Francis, Fr. Bernard, and sister, Ann; and sisters-in-law, Jean Anne and Phyllis Schafer.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Johnny on Wednesday, September 15 at 11 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Hubbardston. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 13 at Lux Funeral home in Carson City, from 6 to 8 PM; and also on Tuesday, September 14 from 2 to 8 PM, with a prayer service at 5 PM. Burial will occur at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery following the funeral.
In lieu of flowers, in memory of Johnny, please take time to relish the great beauty of God's creation. Take a walk in the woods, plant a tree or bee-friendly flowers, enjoy a spectacular sunrise, or a good laugh with friends.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lux Funeral Home, Carson City. To view Johnny's obituary online or leave a condolence for the family, please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com.
Johnny worked for Sealed Power in St. Johns for over 30 years, retiring in 1996. Johnny was a lover of nature. He grew many fruit and nut trees, along with a bountiful garden. He enjoyed sharing the harvest with friends and neighbors. He could often be found in his lawn chair eyeing an approaching storm, tending to his vegetables, or cracking hickory nuts. He was a beekeeper for over 60 years, a cider-maker, a farmer, and he enjoyed cutting wood and hunting. Johnny was a devoted husband, loving father, and special grandpa. He shared his love of the outdoors with his grandchildren, teaching them how to garden and press cider.
Johnny is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sharon; children, Lora (Gary Peter) Burns of Carson City, Brian (Patti) Schafer of St. Johns, Mark Schafer of Muir, Lisa (Brennen) Falor of St. Johns, and Julie (Joe) Fletcher of Muir; brothers, Gene (Priscilla) Schafer, Bill (Margo) Schafer; sister, Rita Schafer; brothers-in-law, Don and Pat Churchill. Johnny is also survived by 13 grandchildren and one great granddaughter.
John was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Tom and Lucille Churchill; brothers, Joe Pete, Francis, Fr. Bernard, and sister, Ann; and sisters-in-law, Jean Anne and Phyllis Schafer.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Johnny on Wednesday, September 15 at 11 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Hubbardston. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 13 at Lux Funeral home in Carson City, from 6 to 8 PM; and also on Tuesday, September 14 from 2 to 8 PM, with a prayer service at 5 PM. Burial will occur at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery following the funeral.
In lieu of flowers, in memory of Johnny, please take time to relish the great beauty of God's creation. Take a walk in the woods, plant a tree or bee-friendly flowers, enjoy a spectacular sunrise, or a good laugh with friends.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lux Funeral Home, Carson City. To view Johnny's obituary online or leave a condolence for the family, please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com.
John Paul Schafer, 87, of Hubbardston passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, on Saturday, September 11, 2021. Johnny was born July 1, 1934, at his family home in Hubbardston, to Joe and Marie (Datema) Schafer. He graduated in 1952 from St. John the Baptist School and remained a lifelong member of the parish. John served his country in the US Army, stationed in Japan, from 1956 to 1958. On June 30, 1962, he married Sharon Churchill at Saint Mary's Church in Carson City. Together they raised five children on their farm west of Hubbardston.
Johnny worked for Sealed Power in St. Johns for over 30 years, retiring in 1996. Johnny was a lover of nature. He grew many fruit and nut trees, along with a bountiful garden. He enjoyed sharing the harvest with friends and neighbors. He could often be found in his lawn chair eyeing an approaching storm, tending to his vegetables, or cracking hickory nuts. He was a beekeeper for over 60 years, a cider-maker, a farmer, and he enjoyed cutting wood and hunting. Johnny was a devoted husband, loving father, and special grandpa. He shared his love of the outdoors with his grandchildren, teaching them how to garden and press cider.
Johnny is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sharon; children, Lora (Gary Peter) Burns of Carson City, Brian (Patti) Schafer of St. Johns, Mark Schafer of Muir, Lisa (Brennen) Falor of St. Johns, and Julie (Joe) Fletcher of Muir; brothers, Gene (Priscilla) Schafer, Bill (Margo) Schafer; sister, Rita Schafer; brothers-in-law, Don and Pat Churchill. Johnny is also survived by 13 grandchildren and one great granddaughter.
John was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Tom and Lucille Churchill; brothers, Joe Pete, Francis, Fr. Bernard, and sister, Ann; and sisters-in-law, Jean Anne and Phyllis Schafer.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Johnny on Wednesday, September 15 at 11 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Hubbardston. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 13 at Lux Funeral home in Carson City, from 6 to 8 PM; and also on Tuesday, September 14 from 2 to 8 PM, with a prayer service at 5 PM. Burial will occur at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery following the funeral.
In lieu of flowers, in memory of Johnny, please take time to relish the great beauty of God's creation. Take a walk in the woods, plant a tree or bee-friendly flowers, enjoy a spectacular sunrise, or a good laugh with friends.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lux Funeral Home, Carson City. To view Johnny's obituary online or leave a condolence for the family, please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com.
Johnny worked for Sealed Power in St. Johns for over 30 years, retiring in 1996. Johnny was a lover of nature. He grew many fruit and nut trees, along with a bountiful garden. He enjoyed sharing the harvest with friends and neighbors. He could often be found in his lawn chair eyeing an approaching storm, tending to his vegetables, or cracking hickory nuts. He was a beekeeper for over 60 years, a cider-maker, a farmer, and he enjoyed cutting wood and hunting. Johnny was a devoted husband, loving father, and special grandpa. He shared his love of the outdoors with his grandchildren, teaching them how to garden and press cider.
Johnny is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sharon; children, Lora (Gary Peter) Burns of Carson City, Brian (Patti) Schafer of St. Johns, Mark Schafer of Muir, Lisa (Brennen) Falor of St. Johns, and Julie (Joe) Fletcher of Muir; brothers, Gene (Priscilla) Schafer, Bill (Margo) Schafer; sister, Rita Schafer; brothers-in-law, Don and Pat Churchill. Johnny is also survived by 13 grandchildren and one great granddaughter.
John was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Tom and Lucille Churchill; brothers, Joe Pete, Francis, Fr. Bernard, and sister, Ann; and sisters-in-law, Jean Anne and Phyllis Schafer.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Johnny on Wednesday, September 15 at 11 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Hubbardston. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 13 at Lux Funeral home in Carson City, from 6 to 8 PM; and also on Tuesday, September 14 from 2 to 8 PM, with a prayer service at 5 PM. Burial will occur at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery following the funeral.
In lieu of flowers, in memory of Johnny, please take time to relish the great beauty of God's creation. Take a walk in the woods, plant a tree or bee-friendly flowers, enjoy a spectacular sunrise, or a good laugh with friends.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lux Funeral Home, Carson City. To view Johnny's obituary online or leave a condolence for the family, please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com.
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