Liz Kueneman

Liz Kueneman

Mary Elizabeth "Liz" Kueneman, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Sunday, July 31, 2022.  She was 85.

Born in Durham Ontario on November 29, 1936 to the late Walter and Catherine (O'Neil) Schafer.  Many will remember Liz as Mrs. K while in the classroom. She had a special way of teaching that really helped her students along. She had a love for youth, and was the leader for the Hanover & District School Band. She was so proud when they won the Nationals in Ottawa, which allowed them to perform at the Expo in 1967. She dedicated her time not only to her family, but her extended family at school and various activities that involved youth like Hanover Minor Hockey and the Hanover Figure Skating Club.... she was always their number 1 Fan.

Survived by husband Gerald "Jerry" Kueneman of Hanover. Loved mother of Mark (Karen) Kueneman of Middlemiss, Grace Ann (Todd) Clarke of Clifford, Gregory (Carmen) Kueneman of Calgary, Alberta, and Elaine (Rick) Brown of Hanover. Loved Nana of Patrick (Sam), April (Nick), Gillian (Kevin), Alex (Marco), Tricia (Curtis), Haley (Steven), Brady, Coty (April), Jacob (Jillian) and Jocelyn. She was blessed with the love of her grandchildren and even more so with her great grandchildren, who affectionately called her "Bibbis". Missing their Bibbis; Evelyn, Lyla, Frances, Jaylen, Madelyn, Peyton, Dante, Esme, Tatum, Emersyn and Boone. Fondly remembered by her siblings John (Ev) Schafer, Larry (Dianne) Schafer both of Hanover, Gerry (Lorna) Schafer of Toronto, Carl (Lucretia) Schafer of Durham, Michael (Diane) Schafer of Ithaca, New York, and by her sister in law Linda Schafer of Durham. She will be missed by her many nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her parents, brother Dave Schafer and sisters Catherine Schafer and Dorothy (Orville) Mead.

Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Visitation held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 2-4 & 6-8pm. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, August 5, 2022 at 11 am, at Holy Family Church - Hanover. Father Romelito Guillen officiating. Cremation has taken place with Inurnment to follow in Holy Family Cemetery, Hanover.

Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.          

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Public Condolences

Grace Ann and family: sorry to hear about your moms passing …thinking of you all at this tough time .
Kim Munroe

- Kim Munroe
August 2, 2022

Our deepest sympathy to the family. Our thoughts and prayer’s are with you. We have great memories of her at the arena supporting hockey and figure skating. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed.


- Doug & Cheryl Speer
August 2, 2022

Gerry was my coach in hockey and Liz would ba at the games cheering us on great memories

- Paul Lahn
August 2, 2022

Our deepest condolences to the family. Liz was a truly wonderful lady. We loved living next door to her. She will be greatly missed.

- Shawn&Christina Kieffer
August 2, 2022

I really only knew Liz through our associations with Durham Girls, but was always impressed with her passion for all things Band. I was so proud and honoured that she was able to participate in the final performance of Durham Girls Bands in July, and she seemed so excited to be there. Warm thoughts & healing hugs to all of the Schafer-Kuenneman families

- Sharon Pegelo
August 2, 2022

Gerry and family: Our sympathies to you all.

- Marg Martin
August 2, 2022

Mrs K was my kindergarten and grade 6 teacher. It amazes me that the last time I saw her she still knew me.. I am 42 this year. She was an amazing lady and I will alway remember her. So sorry for your loss.

- Amanda Barlow
August 2, 2022

Our deepest deepest sympathy ,to hear of mrs k’s passing .I had her as a teacher. ,She taught my son ,and l worked at the school where she taught. She will be soooo missed. RlP mrs K

- Randy and Vicki dickert(Litt)
August 2, 2022

Grace Ann, Elaine and families...........was sadden to hear of your Moms passing. My condolences to all the family. Treasure the memories.

- janice grace becker
August 2, 2022

I’m so extremely heart broken to hear the news of Mrs K (Liz) passing. My deepest condolences to Jerry and family. She has always been one of the biggest mentors of my life. She fought for me when I didn’t want to fight for myself. She was such a huge part of my life all through school, even on weekends when I would babysit the grandkids. Mrs K always stayed connected with me as an adult after I moved away, she helped my husband and I with our wedding and was one of the first aside from immediate family to come to the hospital to see my oldest daughter when she was born. I have always loved my life in a way she would be proud. I will continue to do this even though she is no longer in the physical world, her spirit will continue to live on. Miss and love you always, until we meet again. I’ll always aim to make you proud ♥️

- Vanessa Russo (Tilker)
August 2, 2022

Our sincere condolences to the entire Kueneman and Schafer families. Liz was such an outgoing personality and will be missed by many. Brad and Dayle Knowles and family

- Dayle Knowles
August 2, 2022

Our sympathy to the entire family. You are in our thoughts.

- Gord and Kathy (McGillivray) Calder
August 2, 2022

I’m so sorry to hear of Liz’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Mom (Carol Lawrence) marched with Liz back in their day, but I had the privilege to march with Liz for Durham’s 2012 Old Home Week as part of the Durham Girls Alumni Drum Corp. We shared a lot of good times and laughs. I’ll cherish those memories. Again my condolences to the family.

- Cheryl Reaburn
August 2, 2022

Very sorry to hear

- Jim Straus
August 2, 2022

Our deepest sympathies to the Kueneman Family, Mrs K was a wonderful lady and Teacher, We have lots of great memories of her when we were young growing up, sending you all our love, Lori (Harron) Paulitzki and Families ❤️

- Lori (Harron)Paulitzki
August 2, 2022

So sorry to hear of Mrs. Kueneman’s passing. She taught both our boys and was just wonderful.
She always had time to stop and chat about school days.
Our sincere condolences to the entire family

- Lane and Joan Ward
August 2, 2022

To all Liz and Gerry’s family I was shocked to learn that Liz passed away Sincere Condolences to all of you So very very sorry I have many fond memories of Liz and Gerry from my band days Love to all Judy

- Judy (Allen)Murphy
August 2, 2022

Our deepest sympathy to Gerry and family. Liz was such an outgoing friendly woman. I enjoyed our short visits when we delivered meals on wheels. She will be missed.

- Doug and Sheila long
August 2, 2022

I am very sorry to hear of Liz's passing. She was a wonderful person! She will be missed by many family and friends. Thinking of all of you during this sad and difficult time. Hugs to all of you!

- Janice Sweiger (Wilkin)
August 2, 2022

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