A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 2210 North Elm Street, on Friday, July 20, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. A Mass of Remembrance will be held at 10am, on Sept. 1, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Louisville, Kentucky.
Willie was born in Louisville, KY in 1934 to Gladys Idella Scott and Charles Franklin Schaftlein and attended Male High School. Like so many youngsters of his generation, he was stricken with crippling polio but didn’t let it dampen his spirit. Instead, he found ways to conquer this challenging disability and live a full life. His outgoing personality and ability to relate to people attributed to his successful career in the automotive industry. Due to his knowledge and proficiency in his field, Willie was recognized with a variety of automotive awards. His optimistic character, can-do attitude and attentiveness to others made Willie a great friend to many. He consumed sports of all types with gusto, was a lifelong Louisville Cardinal fan, and coached the 1955 Toy Bowl champions, Most Blessed Sacrament football team. Willie’s faith and care for his community was central to his life. Willie was a member of the Knights of Columbus as well as a Kentucky Colonel. Above all he was a devoted spouse, father, and grandfather who loved his family.
In addition to his parents, Willie was preceded in death by his brother Carroll. Surviving are his wife Maureen, son Greg, daughter- in- law Kathy, and brothers Richard and Charles. He is also survived by his two grandchildren, Peter and Nicole.
The family suggests expressions of sympathy be made in Willie’s name to Kosair Charities, P.O. Box 37370, Louisville, KY 40233-7370. Hanes-Lineberry N. Elm Chapel is assisting the Schaftlein family.
On line condolences may be sent to www.haneslineberryfuneralhomes.com.
