Claudia Jane Kieselhorst of The Moorings of Gray Oaks in Naples, Florida, formerly of Palmira Golf & CC in Bonita Springs, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026. Prior to living in Florida, Claudia lived in Catawba Island, Ohio and Annapolis, Maryland.
Born on March 8, 1943, in Canton, Ohio, Claudia was the daughter of Parker & Arlene Schafer. Claudia graduated from Hoover High and continued her education at Malone College, where she received her teaching degree, both located in Canton. Claudia taught for over 30 years with most of her career at Anne Arundel County Public Schools in Maryland.
Claudia was married to James (Jim) Kieselhorst for 52 years before his passing in 2022. Their life was filled with countless dear friends and family. They enjoyed traveling, sailing and power boating on Lake Erie and the Chesapeake Bay. They led a very active social life in Florida and loved calling it their home.
Claudia was a wonderful person and always the first to lend a hand. She supported many organizations, especially those involving animals. Anyone that knew Claudia, knew the love she had for her pets over the years, Sam, Ray & Luna.
Claudia is survived by her brother, Park Schafer and his wife Sharon; niece, Amanda Gister (Mark); nephew, Kurt Schafer (Jessica); sister-in-law; Fran Kieselhorst; great nieces and nephews, Jackson, Josephine, Tyler, Makenna and Parker.
Born on March 8, 1943, in Canton, Ohio, Claudia was the daughter of Parker & Arlene Schafer. Claudia graduated from Hoover High and continued her education at Malone College, where she received her teaching degree, both located in Canton. Claudia taught for over 30 years with most of her career at Anne Arundel County Public Schools in Maryland.
Claudia was married to James (Jim) Kieselhorst for 52 years before his passing in 2022. Their life was filled with countless dear friends and family. They enjoyed traveling, sailing and power boating on Lake Erie and the Chesapeake Bay. They led a very active social life in Florida and loved calling it their home.
Claudia was a wonderful person and always the first to lend a hand. She supported many organizations, especially those involving animals. Anyone that knew Claudia, knew the love she had for her pets over the years, Sam, Ray & Luna.
Claudia is survived by her brother, Park Schafer and his wife Sharon; niece, Amanda Gister (Mark); nephew, Kurt Schafer (Jessica); sister-in-law; Fran Kieselhorst; great nieces and nephews, Jackson, Josephine, Tyler, Makenna and Parker.
Per Claudia's request, there will be no formal services.
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