Laurie Schaa
September 07, 2014
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Laurie Schaa, 52, was born October 18, 1961, in Story City, Iowa, to Keith and Sharon (Reisem) Schaa. She passed away at Mercy Hospice in Johnston on September 7, 2014.
Laurie graduated from Murray High School and studied at Calvary Bible College for one year. She worked as a CNA for 29 years at ChildServe.
Laurie was a member of Aurora Avenue Bible Church and she loved surrounding herself with the Word of God. She had a host of friends she stayed in touch with over the years and was continuously reaching out to others. Laurie enjoyed creating homemade greeting cards and stamping.
Laurie is survived by her father, Keith (Sonia) Schaa; brother, Jeff (Jackie) Schaa; nephews, Joel (Michelle) Schaa, Joshua (Jenna) Schaa, and Jesse (Christina) Schaa; great-niece, Chloe; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and beloved friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Sharon.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2014, at Aurora Avenue Bible Church, 5 NW Aurora Ave. in Des Moines, with a committal service beginning at 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Cemetery in Kamrar, Iowa. Visitation will be held at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines on Friday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to Aurora Avenue Bible Church in loving memory of Laurie.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Keith & Dorothy Bowlsby
09/16/2014
Keith, Jeff, Jackie & family: We are so sorry to learn of the passing of Laurie. We are also rejoicing that she is in the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and also reunited with her Mom, Sharon! Lean on the Lord for your comfort. Sincere sympathy.
Deanne (Snider) Boles
09/12/2014
I was so very sorry to hear that a very dear classmate from Murray High School had passed. Laurie always had a beautiful smile and cared for others. May God's love be with all of her family.
Cindy Juhlin
09/12/2014
I worked with Laurie. She loved her job. Always smiling. She loved to bake goodies and bring them to work for all the staff. I will miss Laurie, we use to go out to lunch together. I truly am sorry for your loss.rest in peace my friend.
Steve Nicoson
09/12/2014
Schaa Family: My sincere sympathy to Laurie's family and friends!! Laurie assisted with my health care and was an wonderful person to have in my care. She always was upbeat with her situations and was a joy to visit with. She always wanted to ensure that I had the best of care!! Rest in peace my friend!!
Leland and Faye Van Langen
09/12/2014
Keith and Family,
We are never prepared for the loss of a loved one, but God always helps us through that loss. May His love surround you with the comfort only He can give. We send our deepest sympathy.
Danny Jensen
09/10/2014
Laurie, You were a very positive testimony to everyone around you. You were an inspiration to the children and co-workers you worked with and will be missed by everyone that got to know you. I know you are in heaven, reunited with your mother.
Randy and Sharon Dunfee
09/10/2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Laurie will truly be missed by all. I am sure that she and Sharon are having a wonderful time together in Heaven!
carol grace
09/10/2014
i am a cna from childserve I work with laurie for a long time we had some fun times together laurie was a kind caring person who love her kids at childserve laurie always want to play tricks on fellow co workers my deepest sympathy to laurie family im sure she will be a go getter up there in heaven I will remember the memories sorry for your loss
Dale Summers family
09/09/2014
Our deepest sympathy in your loss. As you face a new day, may you find rest in God's forever care. Psalms 46:1.