Patricia Ann (Maclaughlin) Schaeffer

Patricia 'Pat' Ann Schaeffer of Concord passed away peacefully on February 12, 2022, at her home, surrounded by loved ones. She was reunited with her late husband, Howard Schaeffer, who was the love of her life for more than 63 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Margaret Louise and Ralph Lee Musser. Survivors include her daughters Diane (Brad) Willert of Sturgis, SD; Judy (Carl) Aragon of Boulder, CO; Linda (Lannie) Cruse of Concord, NC; Betsy (Rocky) Kupfner of Superior, CO; 13 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; Buddy and Rugby, her beloved fur babies, and a host of extended family and friends.

Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on January 3rd, 1937, she spent her early years in Putnam and Brooklyn, New York. She was raised in Steubenville, Ohio and graduated from Steubenville High School in 1954. She married December 25th, 1956 and began her journey in Germany as the wife of an Airman. She wore many hats (many of them red). She was Mrs. Claus, Domestic Violence Counselor, floral designer, Singing Saint, TOPS member, Red Hatter, and animal lover. She spent countless hours volunteering for organizations close to her heart and was actively involved in her church. She had a beautiful voice and loved to share her passion for music by singing in various choirs. Though she had many wonderful achievements, she was most fulfilled by raising and nurturing her family. She instilled many morals and values including unconditional love, family, and sense of service. She was a true Matriarch and will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts.

Funeral services will be held at Center United Methodist Church on Saturday, February 26th at 11:00 a.m. Prior to her service, the family will receive guests at 10:00 a.m. The church is located at 1119 Union Street, South in Concord.

The family wishes to extend their heartfelt appreciation for the wonderful and loving care provided by Hospice and Palliative Care of Concord. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Concord or the Humane Society of Greater Cabarrus County.