It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mona Helen Schaap of Coleman, Alberta. On September 18, 2015, Mona was called to be with the Lord while receiving care at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge after 72 years of a full life.
Mona was born on May 16, 1943 in Calgary, Alberta to proud parents Stephen and Mary Yagos. She blossomed into a lovely and caring young lady who won the heart of a dashing young military man, Raymond Schaap. They were further blessed with a loving family of their own. Mona was devoted to the well being of her family and dedicated herself to their happiness. She lived by and taught several important life lessons such as: “always forgive family no matter what”, “you can only do what you are capable of doing” and “no wonder you have a headache – a head like that should ache!.” She was young at heart and had a wonderful sense of humour and an unforgettable laugh that made everyone join in.
In her free time, she loved doing crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, baking, camping, gardening and volunteering her time to community events and family functions. She was a dedicated member of the Coleman Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary and former member of the Royal Purple. Mona had an outgoing personality and she always put the needs of others before her own. She will be dearly missed by all those who knew her and will always be fondly remembered.
She is survived by her loving husband, Ray Schaap of Coleman; her son, Howard (Ryan) Schaap of Brooks; her grandchildren Natasha John Haluck, Frank Houda, Gregory Schaap, Kimberly Schaap, Taylor Schaap and Derek Schaap; her great grandchildren, Rylan Carter Haluck and Serenity Haluck; her sisters Violet (George) Williams of Calgary, Dianne (Steve) Krisa of Calgary and Donna (Bob) Grant of Sundre; numerous extended family and the friends that she made throughout her lifetime.
She was predeceased by her parents Stephen and Mary Yagos; her loving daughter Patricia Schaap; her brothers Bob Yagos and Rudy Yagos; her sister, Dorine Mahon.
The Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church in Blairmore on Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 11:00 am with Fr. Ben Marino as celebrant.
Donation in memory of the late Mona Schaap will be gratefully accepted toward the Canadian Cancer Society (Box 359, Bellevue, AB T0K 0C0).
Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.
Fantin's Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangement. (403) 562-8555.