February 15, 1944 – October 13, 2022
Schaffer
Jane Marie Schaffer, age 78, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022, in Prairie Village, Kansas, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Jane was born to her parents, Ann and Jack Anderson, on Feb. 15, 1944 in Boston, Massachusetts, and was raised in Ogen, Utah. Jane was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, who loved her husband and family deeply. She was easy to laugh, quick to dance and took pleasure in entertaining, often hosting tea parties and brunch.
She delighted in dressing up as well as acting in community theater with her husband. Often referred to as “Lady Jane,” her beautiful smile and sharp wit left an indelible impression.
In her life, she was proud to have managed her husband’s medical practice and later loved being a military wife, living abroad and serving as Co-President of the German/American Women’s Club.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her loving husband, Dr. Sylven Schaffer. Jane is survived by her children, Michelle, Lynette, Jack, Mindy; step-children, Mark and Ellen; her sisters, Lou and Penny; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022, at Porter Loring Mortuary.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE: 1 p.m. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2022 FORT SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL CEMETERY 1520 HARRY WURZBACH RD. SAN ANTONIO, TX 78209 In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association. You are invited to sign the Guestbook at www. porterloring.com Arrangements with PORTER LORING MORTUARY 1101 McCULLOUGH AVE. SAN ANTONIO, TX 78212. (210) 227-8221
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