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Obituary: Eileen Schatz

Eileen Schatz

Fargo, N.D.

Eileen Schatz, 79, of Fargo N.D., died Monday Jan. 3, 2022, at home under the care of Fraser, and Hospice of the Red River Valley.

Mass of Christian burial was held Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at St. John's Catholic Church, New Rockford. Burial was at the St. John's Catholic Cemetery, New Rockford. Fr. Reese Weber officiated, with special music by Annette Hovey. Honorary bearers were all of Eileen's family, close friends and Fraser residents and staff.

Eileen Schatz was born Oct. 26, 1942, in Minot, ND, the daughter of Christ and Barbara (Bachmeier) Schatz.

Eileen grew up in New Rockford, N.D., attending school at a country school, and St. James Academy. She lived in New Rockford with her parents until she moved to Carrington, N.D. in 1991. In 1996, Eileen moved to Fargo, where she received services from Fraser. Eileen worked at DWAC and SMIDD for a number of years, while living in Fargo. In retirement, Eileen enjoyed watching her shows, playing with her cat, and going out to eat. The residents and staff at Fraser became extended family to Eileen.

Eileen is survived by her sister, Delores Reeck, Las Vegas, Nev.; niece, Becky; and many other extended family members.

Eileen is preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Bernadine Gedrose, Margaret Nasbusch, Edward Schatz, and Michael Schatz.

Eileen's family and guardian at Catholic Charities North Dakota would like to thank Fraser for all the care they provided for Eileen.

Arrangements by Evans Funeral Home of New Rockford, N.D.