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Celebrating the life of

Barry Driscoll Schaaf

July 22, 1959 - April 30, 2016

Barry Driscoll Schaaf

SAVANNAH – Barry Driscoll Schaaf, 56, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2016 at home.

Barry was born in Savannah, GA on July 22, 1959 to James Yardley Schaaf and Barbara Daughtry Schaaf. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Jimmy Schaaf.

He is survived by his wife Lisa Lombardo Schaaf; his children, Dustin Schaaf (Brittany), Alyssa Beckdol (Eric), Allison Schaaf, and Harley Schaaf; his grandchildren, Eli Beckdol and Lawson Schaaf; his sisters, Margie Carfrey (Tom), Audrey Lewis (Loren), and Janet Schaaf; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was of the Catholic faith and worked for Samson Industrial and MacAljon. Barry enjoyed hunting, fishing, and living life to its fullest. He loved entertaining his friends and loved ones more than anything.

The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 6, 2016, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

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I'm so sorry for the Schaaf Family. I've known Barry for some time and it was always great to see him and catch up. He always made me laugh. Richardson Creek won't be the same. My heartfelt sympathies and prayers to everyone. Love, Carmel

- Carmel Haslam, Savannah, GA

Audrey and family, We have been praying for you and your family this week. So sorry for your loss. May the peace of God be with all of you during this difficult time.

- Mike and Melinda Huling, Darien, Ga

Our prayers go out to the entire family on the loss of a loved one and a friend to all.Barry lived life to the fullest. God be with you.

- Tim & Gail Ansley, Savannah, Ga

We said We love you Barry and that your not any where we're not gonna be soon. I hate auto correct. I will see you there. Say hey to Rene. Keep hunting, I am.

- Palpal-latoc , Daufuskie Island , South Carolina

We love you Barry, See ya in a few. Your know where we're not coming say hello to Rene.

- Palpal-latoc , Daufuskie Island , South Carolina

I had a plan to visit Barry after I heard that Jimmy past on. All the Schaff'so are family to me. I remember Daddy-Joe. I have had too many "every" month going to VA, loose brain and deafness. Then Erica tried to commit suicide. I was just looking at all the letters Brenda rote to Rick Wohltman when he went to Navy. I wanticipate to give Brenda and Erica S. Some stuff still in the box of me and Rene'so. I love you all and will see you soon. Love you, bye, Eric.

- Eric Palpal-latoc , Bay Minette , Al

Audrey,I send my sympathy to all of the family members.

- Tom Mahoney, Savannah, Georgia

Thoughts,prayers & much love to each of y'all. .so sorry for the loss of such a sweet soul..bigbighugs

- Red Driver , Chapin, SC

I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

- Kim Sikes, Savannah, Ga

Barry was one of the best friends you could ever ask for. Had a great time hunting and fishing with him. Always there when you needed him . He will be Greatly missed .

- David Toole, Lyons, Ga

Barry was a great guy and the hardest working man that I've ever met. Every time I saw him, he had a smile on his face and an out stretched helping hand. I will miss his jokes and energy. I am a lucky guy for having known him for 16 years. I know he's in heaven cooking God a pot of low country boil, with a cold beer in his hand and a line in the water! Love you Barry! I'm sure gonna miss you brother. Praying that his family finds peace and remembers all of the happy times that they had together.

- Greg von Waldner, Centerville , Ga

Share your condolences with the family

- Joan Hughes, Claxton, GA

I am so sorry to hear that Mr. Barry passed away ! He was a good guy and taught me a lot about hunting when we went to Green Island every year for Thanksgiving. I enjoyed going to green island and being a part of yalls family for those 4 years . Mr. Barry would always take Allison and I tubing and loved watching his daughter excel on the tube,kneeboard,and most of all in the woods. Allison loved doing things that would make her daddy proud and she did so on a daily basis ! He will be forever missed and forever remembered by many . I don't think I will come to the funeral out of respect for Allison and yalls family but I do want y'all to know that y'all are in my thoughts and prayers ! If y'all need anything don't hesitate to ask. Love y'all !!

- Tripp Walker, Savannah , Ga

Lisa I am so very sorry to hear of this. May God wrap his loving arms around you and your family.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

- Tamela DuBose, Savannah, Ga

Lisa our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Give your family our love.

- Connie and Becca Lovett, Cumming, Ga

Janet and family we are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to all your family and friends. Heather and Clay Hurst

- Heather Hurst, Savannah, Ga

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and family.

- Rich and Ginni Galuk, Savannah , Ga

So sorry for ur loss gonna miss his smiling face comn into Publix our prayers go out to u and ur family

- Mickey@Debbie Peterson, Savannah, Ga

Sending our love and prayers to the family. Another Angel enters heaven to watch over y'all.

- Angela & Bubba Caldwell, Tybee Island , Ga

God has gained a fine human being! So many great memories hunting and fishing with Barry!Prayers to the entire family!?

- James Cunningham , Savannah , Georgia

Barry was a Good Man and Friend. Very thankful for the opportunity to have gotten to know Him over the years. There wasn't much he couldn't do but his cooking skills will always stand out !!! Thoughts and prayers for the family. We miss ya "Schaafer"

- Jay Gronefeld, Savannah, GA

My thoughts and prayers for the Schaaf family . May God comfort you all at this time .

- DeWayne Collins, Richmond Hill, Ga

Prayers for all.

- Ann and John Savage, Savannah, Ga

We were very sorry to hear about your Dad. All those ofyears of living next door we never heard him say anything bad about anyone. I know that he always liked to cook for everyone and you knew that whatever or was it would be good! He never slowed down he was always busy whether it be providing for the family or hunting and fishing, he lived life to the fullest. It was a pleasure to have known him. He was very proud of all of you. Remember all the good times. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

- Cleve and Alicia Walker, Mettet, Ga

After knowing Barry for over 40 years, we had a few stories we could tell . He will definitely be missed by many.

- Mark & Barbara Harrison , Richmond Hill , Ga

Love those Schaafs! The Coopers and Schaafs go way back. We were next door neighbors growing up. Barry was my first boyfriend at 5 years old. There is a picture of him kissing me on the cheek somewhere...transcended into a kiss on the cheek every time I saw Barry. My brother, Jerry, remembers going to the island after you moved to fish with Jimmy. Margie and Company were the best daycare we ever had and I am forever grateful....Many many good memories of Halloween parties at Margie's....Lisa with blue paint all over her... then our sons, Dustin and Jason,became friends that will last forever...Love to you all Lisa, Dustin, Margie, Audrey and Janet. I celebrate your life, Barry Schaaf.

- Robin Cooper Godwin, Savannah, GA

Dustin, Alyssa, Allison, Harley & Lisa - Our hearts break for you! Barry was top-notch and we will always treasure our memories with him... taking our kids on their (our) first fishing tournament and teaching them to fish, taking us to shark tooth island for the first time, always hooking us up with some great seafood, diving off the TOP! of our dock, and just hanging out at the house. Barry - We love you and will truly miss you!

- Frank, Renee, Frankie & Joey Cardillo, Savannah, GA

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and his extended family he will always live in the hearts of people that knew him

- Tony and Pam Lombardo, Ellabell, Ga.

This is just not right. I didn't see him often but thought about Barry all the time. Such a wonderful, wonderful guy. I think everyone that knew him now has a hole in their heart. I will truly miss you, Barry!

- Carrie Michlig, Savannah , GA

So sorry for the loss of a good man. Praying for peace and comfort for the family and friends.

- Sandra Driggers Hurley , Roswell, Ga

He will forever be missed and Richardson creek will never be the same! R.I.P my brother Prayers for everyone that loves you ??

- Joy waters, Whitmarsh Island, Ga

Harley, My heart breaks for you. I am so sorry!! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. - Chelsie

- Chelsie Futch , Statesboro , Ga

I'm totally speechless. . Barry was an amazing person,uncle, brother, father,and Co-worker. . He will be missed and I know he and Jimmy are getting the boat ready to fish! My heart goes out to the Schaaf family!

- Trae Gilder , Guyton , Ga

I can't express the impact Barry was to me.This is truly tragic.My deepest thoughts with prayer are for your family.God takes the great ones to give us examples.Barry is hunting and fishing now!Hold your heads high.You all where blessed with him and I also with his friendship.He is missed.

- Matt Starling, Savannah , Ga

WHAT A GREAT FRIEND AND LIVING ACROSS THE STREET ON HILLARY FOR OVER 10 YEARS MAKES IT EVEN HARDER WE LOVE TOU SAVE US A PLACE NEXT TO YOU IN THAT BLUE SKY

- PAUL DOWNING & JANIE EDENFIELD, SAVANNAH, GA

WHAT A GREAT FRIEND AND LIVING ACROSS THE STREET ON HILLARY FOR OVER 10 YEARS MAKES IT EVEN HARDER WE LOVE TOU SAVE US A PLACE NEXT TO YOU IN THAT BLUE SKY

- PAUL DOWNING & JANIE EDENFIELD, SAVANNAH, GA

I know when Barry arrived in heaven, God wrapped his arms around him and said "Job well done my son". Barry was the most loving, caring and giving person you could ever imagine. We will miss him, God bless his children, sisters, grandchildren and all of the many, many friends he had.

- Patty Hagin Dixon, Savannah, GA

To all the family of Barry, my deepest thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. There are no words to take away the pain but know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Barry was a trooper even though I only got to see him very few times, but I enjoyed the stories that Barbara told me. Now he will be with her.

- Diane Harvey, Winnabow, NC

Rest In Peace old salt, love ya man will miss you god bless May god bless the Schaaf family

- Tommy Brady, savannah , ga.

Good Bless the Schaaf family in this painful time, Barry was one of the finest Islanders I've ever had the pleasure of knowing.

- Carl and Patricia Veale, savannah, ga

The news of Barry's passing catches me by surprise. He will certainly be in my prayers, as will the entire Schaaf family. Sincerely, Corky Corcoran Savannah, Georgia

- Steve Corcoran, Savannah, Ga

It was a real shock, he had just visited with us Friday afternoon. Linda and I will keep the family in our prayers.

- Robert moore, Savannah, Ga

It was a real shock, he had just visited with us Friday afternoon. Linda and I will keep the family in our prayers.

- Robert moore, Savannah, Ga

So very sorry for your loss. God speed time to ease this pain. Praying for peace and strength as you go through this process. Condolences indeed. Todd & Karla Noonan

- Todd & Karla Noonan , Savannah , Ga

I'm so sorry to hear this. Barry was a wonderful guy. I will be praying for his family.

- Bobby Buttimer, Savannah, GA

Margie, Audrey and Janet I am so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers and with you. He was way to young.

- Larry & Lynn Palmer, Savannah, Ga

My sweet friends, Words may be inadequate to express how my heart hurts for you. Audrey, Margie, and Janet, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you all. Love You! Susan

- Susan Wilensky Thompson, Savannah, GA

Shocking news. My deepest condolences to Barry's family and friends.

- Greg Knee, Chantilly, VA

Shocking to hear about Barry. He was so full of life and lived it to the fullest. And he would do anything for anybody. I will miss him. My deepest sympathy to the entire Schaaf family.

- Steve Black, Savannah, GA

A great loss to the world. My deepest sympathy to the Schaaf family.

- clark lane, savannah, ga

I don't really know where to start on how much Barry will be missed. Anytime you needed help Barry was the " go to guy". Great friend an coworker.

- Jim Meyers Jr, Savannah, Ga

There are no words that comfort enough. My deepest sympathy to Barry's family and friends.

- Kathi Hodges, Savannah, ga

I'm so sorry for the Schaaf Family. I've known Barry for some time and it was always great to see him and catch up. He always made me laugh. Richardson Creek won't be the same. My heartfelt sympathies and prayers to everyone. Love, Carmel

- Carmel Haslam, Savannah, GA

Audrey and family, We have been praying for you and your family this week. So sorry for your loss. May the peace of God be with all of you during this difficult time.

- Mike and Melinda Huling, Darien, Ga

Our prayers go out to the entire family on the loss of a loved one and a friend to all.Barry lived life to the fullest. God be with you.

- Tim & Gail Ansley, Savannah, Ga

We said We love you Barry and that your not any where we're not gonna be soon. I hate auto correct. I will see you there. Say hey to Rene. Keep hunting, I am.

- Palpal-latoc , Daufuskie Island , South Carolina

We love you Barry, See ya in a few. Your know where we're not coming say hello to Rene.

- Palpal-latoc , Daufuskie Island , South Carolina

I had a plan to visit Barry after I heard that Jimmy past on. All the Schaff'so are family to me. I remember Daddy-Joe. I have had too many "every" month going to VA, loose brain and deafness. Then Erica tried to commit suicide. I was just looking at all the letters Brenda rote to Rick Wohltman when he went to Navy. I wanticipate to give Brenda and Erica S. Some stuff still in the box of me and Rene'so. I love you all and will see you soon. Love you, bye, Eric.

- Eric Palpal-latoc , Bay Minette , Al

Audrey,I send my sympathy to all of the family members.

- Tom Mahoney, Savannah, Georgia

Thoughts,prayers & much love to each of y'all. .so sorry for the loss of such a sweet soul..bigbighugs

- Red Driver , Chapin, SC

I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

- Kim Sikes, Savannah, Ga

Barry was one of the best friends you could ever ask for. Had a great time hunting and fishing with him. Always there when you needed him . He will be Greatly missed .

- David Toole, Lyons, Ga

Barry was a great guy and the hardest working man that I've ever met. Every time I saw him, he had a smile on his face and an out stretched helping hand. I will miss his jokes and energy. I am a lucky guy for having known him for 16 years. I know he's in heaven cooking God a pot of low country boil, with a cold beer in his hand and a line in the water! Love you Barry! I'm sure gonna miss you brother. Praying that his family finds peace and remembers all of the happy times that they had together.

- Greg von Waldner, Centerville , Ga

Share your condolences with the family

- Joan Hughes, Claxton, GA

I am so sorry to hear that Mr. Barry passed away ! He was a good guy and taught me a lot about hunting when we went to Green Island every year for Thanksgiving. I enjoyed going to green island and being a part of yalls family for those 4 years . Mr. Barry would always take Allison and I tubing and loved watching his daughter excel on the tube,kneeboard,and most of all in the woods. Allison loved doing things that would make her daddy proud and she did so on a daily basis ! He will be forever missed and forever remembered by many . I don't think I will come to the funeral out of respect for Allison and yalls family but I do want y'all to know that y'all are in my thoughts and prayers ! If y'all need anything don't hesitate to ask. Love y'all !!

- Tripp Walker, Savannah , Ga

Lisa I am so very sorry to hear of this. May God wrap his loving arms around you and your family.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

- Tamela DuBose, Savannah, Ga

Lisa our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Give your family our love.

- Connie and Becca Lovett, Cumming, Ga

Janet and family we are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to all your family and friends. Heather and Clay Hurst

- Heather Hurst, Savannah, Ga

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and family.

- Rich and Ginni Galuk, Savannah , Ga

So sorry for ur loss gonna miss his smiling face comn into Publix our prayers go out to u and ur family

- Mickey@Debbie Peterson, Savannah, Ga

Sending our love and prayers to the family. Another Angel enters heaven to watch over y'all.

- Angela & Bubba Caldwell, Tybee Island , Ga

God has gained a fine human being! So many great memories hunting and fishing with Barry!Prayers to the entire family!?

- James Cunningham , Savannah , Georgia

Barry was a Good Man and Friend. Very thankful for the opportunity to have gotten to know Him over the years. There wasn't much he couldn't do but his cooking skills will always stand out !!! Thoughts and prayers for the family. We miss ya "Schaafer"

- Jay Gronefeld, Savannah, GA

My thoughts and prayers for the Schaaf family . May God comfort you all at this time .

- DeWayne Collins, Richmond Hill, Ga

Prayers for all.

- Ann and John Savage, Savannah, Ga

We were very sorry to hear about your Dad. All those ofyears of living next door we never heard him say anything bad about anyone. I know that he always liked to cook for everyone and you knew that whatever or was it would be good! He never slowed down he was always busy whether it be providing for the family or hunting and fishing, he lived life to the fullest. It was a pleasure to have known him. He was very proud of all of you. Remember all the good times. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

- Cleve and Alicia Walker, Mettet, Ga

After knowing Barry for over 40 years, we had a few stories we could tell . He will definitely be missed by many.

- Mark & Barbara Harrison , Richmond Hill , Ga

Love those Schaafs! The Coopers and Schaafs go way back. We were next door neighbors growing up. Barry was my first boyfriend at 5 years old. There is a picture of him kissing me on the cheek somewhere...transcended into a kiss on the cheek every time I saw Barry. My brother, Jerry, remembers going to the island after you moved to fish with Jimmy. Margie and Company were the best daycare we ever had and I am forever grateful....Many many good memories of Halloween parties at Margie's....Lisa with blue paint all over her... then our sons, Dustin and Jason,became friends that will last forever...Love to you all Lisa, Dustin, Margie, Audrey and Janet. I celebrate your life, Barry Schaaf.

- Robin Cooper Godwin, Savannah, GA

Dustin, Alyssa, Allison, Harley & Lisa - Our hearts break for you! Barry was top-notch and we will always treasure our memories with him... taking our kids on their (our) first fishing tournament and teaching them to fish, taking us to shark tooth island for the first time, always hooking us up with some great seafood, diving off the TOP! of our dock, and just hanging out at the house. Barry - We love you and will truly miss you!

- Frank, Renee, Frankie & Joey Cardillo, Savannah, GA

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and his extended family he will always live in the hearts of people that knew him

- Tony and Pam Lombardo, Ellabell, Ga.

This is just not right. I didn't see him often but thought about Barry all the time. Such a wonderful, wonderful guy. I think everyone that knew him now has a hole in their heart. I will truly miss you, Barry!

- Carrie Michlig, Savannah , GA

So sorry for the loss of a good man. Praying for peace and comfort for the family and friends.

- Sandra Driggers Hurley , Roswell, Ga

He will forever be missed and Richardson creek will never be the same! R.I.P my brother Prayers for everyone that loves you ??

- Joy waters, Whitmarsh Island, Ga

Harley, My heart breaks for you. I am so sorry!! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. - Chelsie

- Chelsie Futch , Statesboro , Ga

I'm totally speechless. . Barry was an amazing person,uncle, brother, father,and Co-worker. . He will be missed and I know he and Jimmy are getting the boat ready to fish! My heart goes out to the Schaaf family!

- Trae Gilder , Guyton , Ga

I can't express the impact Barry was to me.This is truly tragic.My deepest thoughts with prayer are for your family.God takes the great ones to give us examples.Barry is hunting and fishing now!Hold your heads high.You all where blessed with him and I also with his friendship.He is missed.

- Matt Starling, Savannah , Ga

WHAT A GREAT FRIEND AND LIVING ACROSS THE STREET ON HILLARY FOR OVER 10 YEARS MAKES IT EVEN HARDER WE LOVE TOU SAVE US A PLACE NEXT TO YOU IN THAT BLUE SKY

- PAUL DOWNING & JANIE EDENFIELD, SAVANNAH, GA

WHAT A GREAT FRIEND AND LIVING ACROSS THE STREET ON HILLARY FOR OVER 10 YEARS MAKES IT EVEN HARDER WE LOVE TOU SAVE US A PLACE NEXT TO YOU IN THAT BLUE SKY

- PAUL DOWNING & JANIE EDENFIELD, SAVANNAH, GA

I know when Barry arrived in heaven, God wrapped his arms around him and said "Job well done my son". Barry was the most loving, caring and giving person you could ever imagine. We will miss him, God bless his children, sisters, grandchildren and all of the many, many friends he had.

- Patty Hagin Dixon, Savannah, GA

To all the family of Barry, my deepest thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. There are no words to take away the pain but know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Barry was a trooper even though I only got to see him very few times, but I enjoyed the stories that Barbara told me. Now he will be with her.

- Diane Harvey, Winnabow, NC

Rest In Peace old salt, love ya man will miss you god bless May god bless the Schaaf family

- Tommy Brady, savannah , ga.

Good Bless the Schaaf family in this painful time, Barry was one of the finest Islanders I've ever had the pleasure of knowing.

- Carl and Patricia Veale, savannah, ga

The news of Barry's passing catches me by surprise. He will certainly be in my prayers, as will the entire Schaaf family. Sincerely, Corky Corcoran Savannah, Georgia

- Steve Corcoran, Savannah, Ga

It was a real shock, he had just visited with us Friday afternoon. Linda and I will keep the family in our prayers.

- Robert moore, Savannah, Ga

It was a real shock, he had just visited with us Friday afternoon. Linda and I will keep the family in our prayers.

- Robert moore, Savannah, Ga

So very sorry for your loss. God speed time to ease this pain. Praying for peace and strength as you go through this process. Condolences indeed. Todd & Karla Noonan

- Todd & Karla Noonan , Savannah , Ga

I'm so sorry to hear this. Barry was a wonderful guy. I will be praying for his family.

- Bobby Buttimer, Savannah, GA

Margie, Audrey and Janet I am so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers and with you. He was way to young.

- Larry & Lynn Palmer, Savannah, Ga

My sweet friends, Words may be inadequate to express how my heart hurts for you. Audrey, Margie, and Janet, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you all. Love You! Susan

- Susan Wilensky Thompson, Savannah, GA

Shocking news. My deepest condolences to Barry's family and friends.

- Greg Knee, Chantilly, VA

Shocking to hear about Barry. He was so full of life and lived it to the fullest. And he would do anything for anybody. I will miss him. My deepest sympathy to the entire Schaaf family.

- Steve Black, Savannah, GA

A great loss to the world. My deepest sympathy to the Schaaf family.

- clark lane, savannah, ga

I don't really know where to start on how much Barry will be missed. Anytime you needed help Barry was the " go to guy". Great friend an coworker.

- Jim Meyers Jr, Savannah, Ga

There are no words that comfort enough. My deepest sympathy to Barry's family and friends.

- Kathi Hodges, Savannah, ga

Services under the direction of:

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200