Morris Schauff

Morris Schauff

June 26, 1938 - December 11, 2023

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Morris P. Schauff, 85, of Platteville, WI passed away Monday, December 11, 2023 at Edenbrook Rehab Facility. Morris was born June 26, 1938, the son of August and Geraldine (Meyer) Schauff. He married Patricia Kaufman April 18, 1959 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Glen Haven, WI.

Morris attended Cassville High School and MATC graduating with an associate's degree in plumbing. After school, he worked as a plumber keeping his master's license current even today. He was a faithful Knight's of Columbus member and also a founding member of the Cassville River Kings. Morris loved sports and was an avid fan of both high school and collegiate sports. On top of just being a fan he was a referee for over 40 years. Reffing baseball, football and basketball. He also coached grade school basketball at St. Charles for many years. His hobbies outside of work and sports were hunting and traveling with his family. He loved seeing new places and meeting new people and was known as a “chatter box” to many. His biggest accomplishment though was his children and he loved them dearly.

Morris is survived by his wife, Patricia; his children, Sonya (Dennis) McAfee, Grand Junction, CO, Sandra (Tom) Ackerman, Platteville, WI, Stephen (Janet) Schauff, Cassville, WI, Stacey (Greg) Zurow, Geneva, IL, Stanton, (Catrina) Schauff, McCook Lake, SD, and Shannon (Joe) Vondrum, Lancaster, WI; a son-in-law, Ron Kirschbaum; his siblings, Ken (Sharon) Schauff, Mary Kauffman, Ilene Schauff, and Susan (Fred) Rodriguez; 22 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a daughter Sally Kirschbaum.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 AM, Friday, December 15, 2023 at St. Charles' Catholic Church in Cassville, WI. Friends may call from 9 to 11 AM, Friday before the service at the church. Melby funeral home is assisting the family and online condolences may be left at www.melbyfh.com.

Morris's family wishes to thank everyone at Southwest Health, Dr. Jeffrey White, UW-Madison, and Edenbrook for the excellent care given to Morris and the care and compassion shown to his family.

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Sierra
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I know Sally was so excited to finally see you again this afternoon. May you live your best years yet in Heaven. I am so blessed to have had such a wonderful role model. I love you so much Grandpa Mo ❤️
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Mike & Sheryl Fischer
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What an amazing life and beautiful family he leaves behind. Forever in our hearts, he will truly be missed. May he rest in peace.
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The Yin Family
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In Loving Memory of Morris P. Schauff, Celebrating a life well lived whose memories will be cherished forever. A Sympathy Gift of Cluster of 50 Trees has been Planted In Loving Memory of Morris P. Schauff courtesy of The Yin Family.
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The Andrew Family
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In Loving Memory of Morris P. Schauff, Celebrating a life well lived whose memories will be cherished forever. Love and hugs from the Andrew Family (Ness, Anastasia, Andrew) A Sympathy Gift of Grove of 100 Trees has been Planted In Loving Memory of Morris P. Schauff courtesy of The Andrew Family.
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Carol & Jim Quall
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Out thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. We’re so very sorry for your loss.
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JoAnne Probst
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In Loving Memory of Morris P. Schauff from JoAnne Probst. Paul would have loved a memorial of trees as well. A Sympathy Gift of Single Tree has been Planted In Loving Memory of Morris P. Schauff courtesy of JoAnne Probst.

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