Gail Marie Schafers
December 2nd, 1950 – October 3rd, 2023
On October 3, 2023 with her immediate family holding her hands Gail was delivered to heaven on Angels Wings.
Preceded in death by her parents William Peisker Jr. and Eileen Peisker (Gallagher). Survived by her husband of 48 years James Schafers, and devoted mother of Kurt Schafers (Abby Schafers), Emma Schafers-Karl (Matt Karl), and Marie Mahon (Jeff Mahon). Beloved Mimi to her nine grand children Jack Schafers, Ethan Schafers, Alaina Schafers, Olivia Schafers, Ella Karl, Connor Karl, Kelly Karl, James Mahon, and Lucas Mahon. She was the sibling of Penny Moore and Willam Peisker III. Sister-in-law to Joan Neumarker, Judie Schafers, Jack Schafers, Matrice Schafers, Susan Schafers, Peter Moore, and Patricia Peisker and beloved aunt to 16 nieces and nephews
Gail received her bachelor’s degree from St. Louis University in Spanish and her Master’s degree in English as a Second Language at SIU Edwardsville. Gail’s career was teaching English as a second language to people who came to the USA from all over the world. First through the Parkway School District for over 20 years then as faculty member of Fontbonne University for 15 years.
Her other passion was international travel having been to every continent except Antarctica. She made numerous trips to her beloved Spain both as a tourist and a tour guide.
Celebration Mass at 9:00AM, December 7th, 2023 at St. Francis College Church on the campus of St. Louis University.
Address: 3628 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108
In lieu of flowers please consider contributing in Gail’s name to the Cancer Support Community Greater St. Louis. http://www.cancersupportstl.org/give-support/for-individuals.
I just now saw this. Gail was a hiking buddy and we had fun adventures. Our lives became more filled with grandchildren and I moved to south county, so we lost touch.
She was a dear person and friend. She loved her family dearly. The family is in my prayers
I send out my condolences to your family. I’m sorry for your family loss. did not know her personally but I do know Dr. Emma Schafer
From Tommy and Karen Threlkeld
God’s Peace and comfort to you all. I enjoyed it when we had family gatherings and I got to spend time with Gail. What a a wonderful lady! And Patti’s adventure buddy! Thankful her fight is over and she is peaceful again. Marie Diefenbach
May Gail rest in the loving arms of Jesus.
We will all miss you Gail, along with your Gallagher humor. Your travels are not ended, just traveling with angels now. May sweet memories of you bring peace to your family and friends.
God saw Gail getting tired,
A cure was not to be…
So he put his arms around her,
And whispered, “Come with Me”!
In loving memory of a great sister-in-law.