Valetta E. "PeeWee Schauls
Valetta E. “PeeWee” Schauls, age 95 of Durand, died Monday, November 25, 2024 at her home in Durand.
PeeWee was born on October 17, 1929 in Rock Falls. She was the daughter of Lester and Mildred (Holbrook) Norrish. PeeWee grew up in Rock Falls and graduated from Durand High School in 1947. After high school, PeeWee worked at Security National Bank for several years. PeeWee married the love of her live, William “Bill” Schauls on January 29, 1951 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand. After marriage they lived in Durand the rest of their lives where they raised their family.
PeeWee enjoyed traveling with Bill on cruises, spending time at their cabin and wintering in Florida. She also liked bowling and golfing. Most of all, PeeWee loved spending time with her family especially her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandson.
PeeWee is survived by her children, Diane (Tim) Weber of Birchwood, Bob (Jane) Schauls of Durand, son-in-law, Mike Hayden of Durand, six grandchildren, Stacy (Kris), Jackie (Joe), Brian, Kristy (Jason), Heather (Lucas) and Jon (Tiffany), 17 great grandchildren, one great great grandson, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Mildred, husband, Bill, daughter, Sue Hayden, brother, Floyd Norrish and a sister Ardell Feeney.
Memorial Mass will be 11:30AM Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand with Rev. Emmanuel Asamoah-Bekoe officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00AM until the time of services at the church on Tuesday.
Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.