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Charles H. Schaper

January 31, 1944 - February 12, 2019

Charles H. Schaper, 75, of Somonauk, Illinois passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at his home in Somonauk. He was born January 31, 1944 in Aurora, IL the son of Homer and Frances (Andrews) Schaper. He married Carolyn Phelps on September 23, 1978 in Aurora, IL. He worked at Caterpillar for 35 years retiring in 1999. Charles was an avid collector of antiques. He enjoyed going to auctions. But most of all he loved spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife Carolyn of Somonauk; his children, Cindy (Mike) Jackowiak of TN, Debbie (George) Fuchs of Sheridan, IL, Angela Schaper of Somonauk, IL, Ivan (Vickie) Rose of Montgomery, IL, Amy (Keith) Becker of Millington, IL, Alison Schaper of Millington, IL, and Mike (Diana) Rose of Seneca, IL; Eight grandchildren, Nick, Diane (Davey) May, Jordan, Zack, Gus, Melissa, Kaitlyn, and Michael; Three great grandchildren, Ella, Quinn and Carter; Three brothers, Jim (Barb) Schaper of AZ, John (Candi) Schaper of Oswego, IL, and Tim (Mary Ann) Schaper of TN; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral Service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, February 17, 2019 at Turner-Eighner Funeral Home in Somonauk, IL, casual attire or bibs welcomed. With Rev. Mike Ragan officiating. A celebration of Charles’ life will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday at The Country Kitchen in Somonauk, IL. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, February 18, 2019 at Lincoln Memorial Park in Aurora, IL. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon to the time of service at 3:00 p.m., Sunday February 17, 2019 in the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the charity of your choice. For more information or to sign the online guest book go to www.EighnerFuneralHomes.com Turner-Eighner Funeral Home 13160 W. RT 34 ~ Box 404 Somonauk, Illinois 60552 (815) 498-2363

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Charles H. Schaper, 75, of Somonauk, Illinois passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at his home in Somonauk. He was born January 31, 1944 in Aurora, IL the son of Homer and Frances (Andrews) Schaper. He married Carolyn Phelps on September... View Obituary & Service Information

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