We are saddened to announce the death of our mother Claire Haygood Schafer, 71, of Little Rock, AR who passed away on September 12, 2023 surrounded by her 3 children. Claire was born to J.R. and Ada Haygood on February 14th, 1952 and grew up in Hazen, AR as members of Calvary Baptist Church until moving to Carlisle, AR to raise her family after marrying the love of her life in 1969, Randy Schafer.
Claire was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Randy in 2015, her parents J.R. and Ada, her sister/best friend – Carolyn Beam, and brother Chuck Haygood. She is survived by her 3 children; Christy (Larry) Duncan, Monica (Richard) Yager, Matt Schafer; and her 8 grandchildren and 1 grandson-in law; Lauren Yager (Garrett) Lamb, Taylor Duncan, Abby Yager, Scout Duncan, Ella Schafer, Lilly Yager, Kate Schafer, and Caroline Schafer. Claire is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins that she loved dearly.
Visitation for Claire will be at Westbrook Funeral in Hazen, AR on Friday, September 15th, 2023 from 5-7:00 pm. Funeral service is being held on Saturday, September 16th, 2023 at 11:00 am at Calvary Baptist Church in Hazen, AR with Interment at the Carlisle Cemetery.
Claire’s children were so humbled and blessed by the amazing care their mother received from Hospice Home Care that in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: The Tribute of Life Foundation, a non-profit charity partner of Hospice Home Care. Online donations can be made at tributeoflife.org.
Christy, Monica and Matt, we are so sad to learn of your Mom’s passing. Our love and prayers are with all of you. Bill and Pam
I loved sweet, fun, funny Claire, & I am truly sorry for your family’s loss. My prayers are with you all.
I hope Heaven is ready for one of the most unique and special people ever created. Claire has always been able to see the straight of it, tell it like it is, and make you laugh during the most difficult times. She is a rare gem, the likes of which we are not likely to see again. But we are grateful that she has left so much of herself in her children and grandchildren. I love you, guys. Debbye
Monica, Richard and girls. We are so very sorry to hear about your mom. Thinking of you and praying for you all during this difficult time in your life.
Fondly, Jane and Don Barnett
Claire, Randy and I were fast friends. I can’t tell you how many good times we had together. I remember when they were living in a mobile home and I drove her to the hospital when she was having early labor pains. My deepest condolences to you all.
Rodger,
I heard so many great stories about you throughout my life! My mom and dad really loved you! Thank you for your condolences!🙏🏻❤️
Sincerely,
Matt Schafer
Rodger,
I heard so many great stories about you throughout my life! My mom and dad really loved you! Thank you for your condolences!🙏🏻❤️
Sincerely,
Matt Schafer