Phyllis Joan (Sites) Schaberg

Phyllis Joan Schaberg, a dedicated caregiver, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the age of 92. She was born on July 7, 1932, in Van Wert, Ohio, to Albert and Ethel (Waller) Sites.

Joan was a cherished homemaker, lovingly caring for her children, grandchildren and husband, Lowell, and touching the lives of many family members and friends. Her nurturing spirit extended to her role as a beloved aunt to her many nieces and nephews.

Joan was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Van Wert.

She is survived by 4 children, Steve Schaberg of Libertyville, Illinois, Elaine (Jim) Rhoades of Van Wert, Mark Schaberg of Van Wert and Deb (Mike) Chiles of Van Wert, as well as her 8 grandchildren, Rebecca (Joshua) Marks, Catherine (Daniel) Kirsche, Erika (Travis Ricker) Berner, Brian Rhoades, Jen (Trey Courtney) Biberstine, Cade (Laura) Chiles, Gage (Megan) Chiles, and Dane Chiles. She is also survived by 9 great grandchildren, Zachary, Madeline, Ziva and Emmet, Carter, Cason, Campbell, Jordyn and Drew, with one more arriving soon.

Joan was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Lowell Schaberg; a son, Michael Schaberg; 6 sisters, Wilma Michael, Louise Taylor, Vera Brewer, Mid Stemen, Ruby Stoller and Betty Jane Sites; 2 sisters-in-law; and 7 brothers-in-law.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory, Van Wert, with Rev. William C. Haggis II, officiating. Burial will immediately follow in Convoy I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00pm on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at the funeral home. Also, one hour prior to services Thursday.

Memorials may be directed to Community Health Professionals- Home Care and Hospice or Charter Research (Alzheimer and Dementia Research) 1724 N. Mills Ave, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32803.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.alspachgearhart.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory, 722 S. Washington St, Van Wert, Ohio.