Randy Schaeff

Frankentrost, MI

Passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at home surrounded by his family; age 68 years. Randy was born on July 6, 1956 in Saginaw, MI to Marilyn Schaeff and the late Hildred Schaeff. He was married to Cheryl Rodammer on August 27, 1983; she survives him.

Randy found joy in his retirement by continuing to serve others. He was a fixer by nature and enjoyed tinkering in his garage with his tools. He spent his retirement years farming, woodworking, and spending time up in the U.P. with his friends and family.

Surviving besides his wife Cheryl are: his children, Shannon (Max) Schillinger of Vassar, MI; Megan (Cory) Short of Birch Run, MI; Jason Schaeff of Vassar; grandchildren Anna and Olivia Schillinger, Bowen and Charlotte Short; mother Marilyn Schaeff, brother Gary (Laura) Schaeff, sisters Connie (Rick) Wilson and Holly (Dale) Gotham; in-laws Charles and Delores Rodammer, brother-in-law Steve Rodammer, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Besides his father, Randy was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Debbie Byers.

Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 8220 Holland Rd., Frankentrost, MI. Randy's family will receive visitors at Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth, 590 N. Franklin St. Frankenmuth, on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Immanuel Lutheran Church or School, Frankentrost.