Carol Ann M. Schabel
Carol Ann M. Schabel, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac.
Carol was born on December 19, 1944, to Leo J. and Lucille G. (Wild) Schraufnagel Sr. at her home in LeRoy. She was a graduate of Mayville High School.
Carol was united in marriage to Richard Schabel on April 24, 1965, at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in LeRoy.
Carol was a very active and faithful member at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church. Carol was a Jill of all trades. She was always there for her church, family, and friends. If something needed to be done, she was always there to help. Carol loved to help others clean and organize their homes. Carol and Richard were world travelers. Together they visited all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. Carol enjoyed baking, canning, and walking. Carol was a Jill of all trades. She was always there for her church, family, and friends.
Carol is survived by her loving husband, Richard; siblings: Norman (Sharon) Schraufnagel of West Palm Beach, FL, Leo B. (Roseann) Schraufnagel of LeRoy, Robert M. (Linda) Schraufnagel of LeRoy; sister-in-law, Karen (William) Schabel-Jermy of Mayville. Carol is further survived by her dear friend, Violet Schultz of West Bend, as well as beloved nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Carol was preceded in death by her parents and brother-in-law, Lloyd (Lucille) Schabel.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Carol took place on Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 12 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in LeRoy with Rev. Fr Tom Biersack presiding. A visitation for Carol was held at church on Tuesday, Jan. 30, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. Interment followed the ceremony at St. Andrew’s Cemetery in LeRoy.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Hospice Home of Hope, as well as the staff at the second floor at Waupun Hospital. You all not only took wonderful care of Carol, but also her family. Your care, compassion, and kindness will not be forgotten.
Memorials in Carol’s memory may be directed to St. Andrew’s Restoration Fund.
Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is caring for the family. www.Koepsellfh.com