Robert “Rob” M. Schaaf, 43, of Fremont, OH passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 14, 2014 at Bellevue Hospital. He was born on October 28, 1971 in Fremont, the son of John and Donna (Shelley) Schaaf. He was a 1990 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.
Rob served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He currently worked for Revere Plastics in Clyde, OH. Rob was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He enjoyed sewing, especially quilts, drawing, yard work, being out in the sun and by the water to relax. He was a very skilled carpenter.
Rob is survived by his daughter, Morgan Schaaf, Fremont, OH; parents, John and Donna Schaaf, Fremont, OH; siblings, Shelley Schaaf, Fremont, OH, Jay Schaaf, Willshire, OH and Steve (Tammi) Schaaf, Rockford, OH.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Buzz and Bonnie Shelley, Bob and Maribel Schaaf; cousin, Mark Nitschke.
Visitation: Wednesday from Noon – 2:00 pm and 6:00 – 8:00 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH.
Mass of Christian Burial: Thursday, November 20, 2014, 11:00 am at St. Joseph Church, with visitation from 10:00 – 11:00 am at the church prior to the Mass, 709 Croghan St., Fremont, OH. Fr. Eric Mueller will officiate.
Burial: Greenlawn Memory Gardens, Clyde, OH.
Memorials: To his daughter, Morgan Schaaf.
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Diana Perry
To Morgan and all of the Schaaf family, We are so saddened by the loss of Rob. But our tears turn to smiles and even laughter when we share our many memories of him. He was a kind, thoughtful, and very talented man. But most important, he was a loving father who always talked about the fun times he had with Morgan. He was a proud daddy! We love you Rob, Diana Perry
Toni Leibold
I am so sorry for your loss, I haven’t seen Rob since I went to rehab and got my life together but he knows I loved him. Me and Rob have alot of history he told me many times in the last 15 years I was the only woman he could ever really love and he did so much for me, it breaks my heart that he’s gone 🙁 I haven’t stopped crying since I found out. He was so proud of Morgan and the woman she has become, she is and will forever be Robs pride and joy. I told Rob before I would b here for Morgan if she needs anything. Again I’m sorry for all of our loss!
Angie Nix
Dear Morgan, Mr. And Mrs. Schaaf, and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Rob was a great friend and a special person. I will always be grateful that in addition to our childhood friendship we were able to reconnect as adults. i will pray for your peace and healing throughout this difficult time. Respectfully, Angie (Haubert) Nix
Daughery family
Rob was a friend of the family , and was a dear friend of my son Matt Sours . Our family offers our most sincere condolences to your family as well as prayers . We know what you are going through as we have lost two of our children . We are so sorry for your loss . He was a good person .
Sincerely , The Daugherty Family
Mike & Kim Heid
Offering our most sincere condolences during your family’s time of such a deep and unexpected loss of your loved one, Rob was a really good and caring guy, and will be missed by all of us who knew him! But we will keep his memory alive as long as we think of him and share our memories of times with him! God bless you all in this difficult time!
Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC
God Bless/RIP,to ALL who served.”The gates of heaven are well guarded NOW, by Another United States MARINE”. Thank YOU for your service,Rob………………………… And Semper Fi.
Bruce & Bonnie Shank
John and Donna, you have our deepest sympathy! We are in Florida until Christmas and will not be able to attend the funeral.
Troy Velliquette
Rest in peace Marine, you and your family are in our prayers and you will be missed by many.
Semper Fi my brother,
Velliquette family
Wade
My condolences to the entire Schaaf family. He will always be remembered. We will all miss him dearly.
Jim and Mary Weller
John
We were very sorry to hear of your son’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. From one former Marine to another – Semper Fi and God Bless.
Jim and Mary Spieldenner Weller
Bob & Violetta Rhea
To the Schaaf family. We are shocked and saddened to learn of Rob’s death. We have known him for several years and he has done some exquisite outdoor and carpentry work for us. He was a sweet, honest, and conscientious young man and he loved the outdoors. Rob shared some gardening tips and even baked us a cake. He loved his family and spoke of them often, and was especially proud of Morgan and her accomplishments.
Your family is in our prayers that God will help and comfort you during this sad time.
Latanya
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Robert will be missed by his family and friends, but he will not be forgotten by our heavenly father Jehovah. We often wonder can the dead really live again. God says there is going to be a resurrection. (John 5:28,29) This means that Robert will be given a fresh new start with the prospect of living forever. (Psalms 37:29) I hope this will bring you comfort knowing that you don’t have to say goodbye, but see you later until you see him again to share more wonderful times together.
Michelle Wargo
Sending my thoughts to the Schaaf and Nitschke families whom I have known for many years. May you find the strength to get through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Elsagarcia
My thoughts & prayers out to the Schaff & Nitschkie families may u RIP Rob
Sandy and Steve Bodnar
So sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Doug Gruver
I’m very sorry for the loss of Rob. I believe it was 7th grade, we sat together at lunch everyday at school. I recall it was difficult to eat because we were always laughing so much… Rob was such a funny person. My prayers are with your family.
Thomas Shelley
Dear Donna and John–I only recently learned of Rob’s passing. I’m terribly sorry for your loss. I know it must be terribly hard to lose a child. I hope all is going as well as can be expected. Tom