Joann "Joan" Schaecher, 89, of Lindsay, Nebraska, died Sunday, May 7, 2023, at Mid-Nebraska Lutheran Home in Newman Grove, Nebraska.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 AM at Lindsay Holy Family Catholic Church on Thursday, May 11th with Father Eric Olsen celebrating the Mass. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a 7:00 P:M vigil service. Visitation will continue Thursday from 9:00 AM until service time, all at the church. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Memorials are suggested as those of the donor's choice or family wishes.

Joann "Joan" was born July 12, 1933, in Petersburg, Nebraska, to John and Johanna (Ketteler) Wirges. She attended St. John's Catholic school in Petersburg. She later moved to Columbus, Nebraska, and worked at St. Mary's Hospital. Joan married the love of her life, Vernon Schaecher, on September 6, 1955, in Petersburg. They resided in Lindsay to continue the family business, Lindsay Oil Co.

Joan was very active in her Church, Lindsay Holy Family Catholic, as an EME, Guild Member, and leading the daily Rosary. She enjoyed serving her community in many ways. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Lindsay Community Club, Lindsay Improvement Club & Norfolk Brain Injury Association. She served as a Chairman for the Red Cross Bloodmobile for 25 years. Joan took pride in decorating her home for each holiday. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and praying for them. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother & great grandmother.

"God is Good, God is Great, God is Everywhere" – Joan Schaecher

Joan is survived by her children; Dale (Ann) Schaecher of Lindsay, NE; Mike (Denise) Schaecher of Centennial, CO; Todd (Lisa) Schaecher of Monroe, NE; Tammy Schaecher of Lindsay, NE; Dean (Susie) Schaecher of Lindsay, NE; 13 Grandchildren and 25 Great Grandchildren.

Joan was proceeded in death by her beloved husband - Vernon Schaecher; parents - John & Johanna Wirges; brothers - Raymond & John Wirges; and her sisters - Genevieve Daniels, Dorothy Claar, Bernita Reed, Betty Thompson, Marie Baumgart, and Ida Koch.

Service Folder Information
Mothers Never Die

You have never lost your mother,
Though you've said your last goodbyes,
Though there's heartbreak in the parting.
No one's mother really dies.

If you love to hear the old songs
For memories they bring,
It's because you had a mother
Who taught your heart to sing.

If you stop to help a neighbor,
Search your heart and you will find,
It's because you had a mother
Who's taught you to be kind.

If you go to church when weary,
Seeking God to guide your way,
It's because you had a mother
Who's taught you how to pray.

No, you've never lost your mother,
Though you've said your last goodbyes,
Through your thoughts and deeds she's living.
No one's mother really dies.





In Loving Memory Of

Joann "Joan" Louise Schaecher

Born
Wednesday, July 12, 1933
Petersburg, Nebraska

Entered Into Rest
Sunday, May 7, 2023
Newman Grove, Nebraska

Mass Of Christian Burial
Thursday, May 11, 2023 10:00 AM
Holy Family Catholic Church
Lindsay, Nebraska

Celebrant
Fr. Eric Olsen

Music
Holy Family Choir

Casket Bearers
Corey Schaecher
Matt Schaecher
Brett Schaecher
Carter Schaecher
Caleb Reed
Jeff Laudenklas
Cyris Sass

Interment
Holy Family Catholic Cemetery
Lindsay, Nebraska