Florence Karpovich Schaaf
May 15, 1924 - October 7, 2021
Florence passed away on October 7, 2021. She was born in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, the oldest of seven children. She attended Kutztown University obtaining her degree in Education.
She married Vincent P. Schaaf July 9, 1949, at St. George Catholic church. Together they had five children, moving to Utah in 1965 to pursue Vincent’s career as a rocket scientist.
An avid reader and trivia buff, Florence remained sharp into her later years. She conquered crossword puzzles, and watched sports and game shows, especially Jeopardy.
A prayerful woman who loved the Lord, she was a wonderful mother devoted to family. She enjoyed cooking, baking, and hosting family parties.
Preceded in death by her husband Vincent. She is survived by her children Dr. Mary Schaaf (Gary), V. Paul Schaaf Jr. (Karen), Cathy Thom (Jerry), Jim Schaaf, and Peggy Rueckert (Steve); nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
At mom’s request a private funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Draper Utah. Interment is at Divine Mercy Cemetery, Shenandoah, PA.
In Loving Memory
Dear Cathy and family, Please accept my condolences on the passing of your sweet mother. She was always cordial to me when I would come to your home. May you find strength, comfort, and peace in our Lord Jesus Christ during this time of grief. Love, Roseann Lambert Hnath Monroe Township, NJ
Roseann Lambert Hnath
Monroe Township, NJ
Peggy, What a beautiful lady she was. We're thinking of you and your family. You were a wonderful daughter. Bless you. Love, Terry and Janice
Terry and Janice Nelson
Washington, UT
Peggy, I so sorry for your loss, you look a lot like her and I am sure she loved you very much and was proud of the woman you turned out to be. ��❤️
Becky Austin
Midvale, Ut
Peg, So sorry to hear about your Mom, but What A Life She Led. Such a trooper, and when she was done, she was done. Love Ya, Vicki
Vicki Margetts
Holladay, Ut
What a long life filled with family and love. We will always remember Aunt Florie with smiles when we watch Jeopardy. I so enjoyed our brief visits and have fond memories. Sending hugs and prayers. Cindy and Ron
Cindy Verhei
Punta Gorda, FL
I read of a man who stood up to speak at the funeral of a friend. He referred to the dates on her tombstone from the beginning to the end. He noted first came the date of birth and spoke the following date with tears, but said what mattered most of all was the dash between those years. For that dash represented all the time she had spent alive on earth and only those who loved her know what that little line is worth. For it matters not how much we own the cars, the house, the cash, what matters most is how we live and love and how we spend our dash. So think about it long and hard are there things you would like to change, for we never know how much time is left that can still be rearranged. If we could just slow down enough to consider what is true and real and try to understand the way that other people feel. Be less quick to anger and show appreciation more and love the people in our lives like we never loved them before. So when your eulogy is being read with your life actions to rehash, would you be proud of the things they say and how you spent your dash? God Bless you Aunt Florrie, you should be so proud of how you spent your dash.
Linda Maksimik
Glenside, PA
I was sad to see Florence Schaaf’s obituary in Sunday’s Tribune. When I moved into my house (2958 Orchard Drive) in 1980, she was the first person to welcome us into the neighborhood. She was a great next-door neighbor. I’ve missed her after she finally moved away from the neighborhood. I was fortunate to work with Peggy occasionally at St. Mark’s Hospital, before I retired. Florence was a great Catholic and raised a great family. She will be missed.
Steve Roper
Millcreek, UT