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In Memory Of

Devon Schaaf, age 13, of Fallon

August 7, 2002 – January 5, 2016

Devon Ray Schaaf, age 13, of Fallon passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at his home in Fallon.

Devon was born on August 7, 2002 in Anchorage, Alaska to Stuart Schaaf and Tanya Kukahiko Schaaf.

He grew up in Dutch Harbor, Alaska where he attended elementary school until the 5th grade when he moved to Fallon with his father Stuart. Devon began the 6th grade at Terry, Montana where he enjoyed playing football, basketball and was involved in various other school activities. Devon was full of life and loved everything he came in contact with from football to dancing. He loved hunting, fishing, skateboarding, playing cards, and swimming. He truly enjoyed being his grandpa’s right hand man and helping him build his new home. Devon enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Devon is survived by his parents, a sister Celeste and a brother Buddy; his grandparents, Bernie and Kay Schaaf and Margaret Lenkanoff. He had a large extended family who love him and will miss him forever.

A prayer service will be held on Friday, January 8, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Terry. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the Community Presbyterian Church in Terry. Interment will follow in the Dawson County Cemetery in Glendive. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Terry is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.

Service Schedule

Prayer Service

6:00 PM

Friday January 8, 2016

Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home

300 Spring Street

Terry, MT 59349

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Funeral Service

2:00 p.m

Saturday January 9, 2016

Community Presbyterian Church

317 Logan Ave

Terry, MT 59349

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Interment

Saturday January 9, 2016

Dawson County Cemetery

Glendive , MT

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Service Schedule

Prayer Service

6:00 PM

Friday January 8, 2016

Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home

300 Spring Street

Terry, MT 59349

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Funeral Service

2:00 p.m

Saturday January 9, 2016

Community Presbyterian Church

317 Logan Ave

Terry, MT 59349

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Interment

Saturday January 9, 2016

Dawson County Cemetery

Glendive , MT

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  1. Stuart, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking and praying for you and your family!

  2. Stuart,
    We are so very sorry for the loss of your wonderful son. He was just such a joy to be around. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!

  3. Thinking of all the Fallon/Terry families that are affected by this loss. Praying for you all

  4. Sorry for your loss. Jordyn and I are so saddened to hear the news. I will never forget when I first met Devin and you Stuart at the Hospital building the gazebo. Devin was such a great help. He always said hi to me when ever he saw me. He will be missed by many. Hugs and prayers to you and your family.

  5. Stuart, we are so sorry, you and your family are in our prayers. Hugs to you my friend.

  6. No words can ease your pain. We were so shocked to hear the news. Devin was a great kid and you have a lot to be proud of. He was such a joy to be around. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

  7. Stuart and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. He was such a wonderful young man. He always spoke when he saw you and had a smile that was very special! May God give you comfort to help you through this. Brad and Jody

  8. Stuart and Family,
    You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time! He was such a bubbly, fun-loving kid to be around! He will be missed dearly!
    Love,
    Tristy, Trevin, and Genna

  9. Stuart and Family
    You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you all strength at this difficult time.
    Love Danny and Jody Volz

  10. Stuart and family,
    We are so sorry for your loss. Devon was a wonderful boy and this is a shock to all. Prayers for you all in this tragic time.

  11. Stuart, you are in our prayers, I sure did enjoy seeing and working with Devon at school and what a good soul he had. He always had a smile and made sure others were having a good day as well. We are thinking of you and your family in this heartbreaking time. Bless you.

  12. Please know your family are in our prayers. Our hearts ache for your loss. When I worked briefly at the Fallon Post Office he’d pop in for a piece of candy and was always so polite. He will be missed.

  13. Please know your family is in our prayers. Our hearts ache for your loss. When I worked briefly at the Fallon Post Office he’d pop in for a piece of candy and was always so polite. He will be missed.

  16. I am saddened to learn about another teen, with a tremendous future lost life yesterday. Devon was a great kid, and a tremendous athlete that I was honored to teach and coach. Devon had so much potential, he was smart, witty, a great athlete. This is a horrible loss! My heart is broken. There is always ONE reason to chose life, RIP Devon, I will miss you!

  17. Stuart and family,so sorry for your loss.proud we are to have known Devon,the kindest sweetest guy ever.he will be missed by all in the community,,especially for all the good deeds he did for everybody.thoughts and prayers for all of you.

  18. Stuart
    We are so sorry for your loss. Devon was such an amazing kid! We will never forget his kindness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time.

  19. Although I didn’t know your son, the communities of Fallon & Terry are dear to me having lived & worked in the area for many years. It is so sad to lose a young man who obviously was well loved by many. My thoughts & prayers to you & your family.

  20. There will hardly be a day that goes by this wonderfully kind, thoughtful and eager to help boy will not cross many people’s thoughts.
    He said to me just last month, “I just like to help people”
    That’s just how I will remember this sweet boy.
    I pay for all his family and friends who are hurting right now.

  21. There are just no words to express the sorrow I feel for you and your family. Devon was one of the nicest, courteous young men I know. I so enjoyed working with you both this summer building my deck. Devon won’t be forgotten–he was definitely an angel in disguise here on earth.

  23. He was funny, caring, engaging, respectful, coachable, a good friend to many, and a best friend to few. You will be missed, Devon. Know that you meant a lot to me and my family. Prayers to you, Stuart, and to the rest of the family. Rest in peace, Devon.

    Duncan, Melanie, Callie, Rylan, Karlie & Kayla

  24. We are so very sorry! Devon was a great young man who was liked by all. Please know all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  25. So sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts. Many of my students looked up to Devon. He was always respectful and made sure he said hi when he saw me at school. God Bless.
    Ms. Renee Bliven

  27. Stuart we are praying and thinking of you and your family Devon was a great influence on the younger kids and will be missed by many.

  28. Stuart and family,

    I am sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you comfort and peace at this rough time. I’m praying for you.

    Sincerely,
    Angie Hoffer Rua

  30. Stuart, Bernie, Kay & family! So sorry to hear of your loss. I am sending my thoughts, prayers & hugs.

  31. Stuart, my heart aches for you and your family. You are in our prayers. Devon will forever be remembered as the awesome kid with the great smile. He will be missed by many.

  32. Stuart you are in our prays I am so sorry for your lost Devon was a great friend who always had a smile on his face it was a shock to my family and my class you and your family will always be our prays we pray for healing

    ~Lacquement family~

  33. Stuart, Kay, Bernie and family, There are no words to say how very sorry I am. Devon was loved by so many , and will be missed. He was such a joy to be around. you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  34. Stuart, Bernie, Kay and family. so sorry to hear this devastating news. Sounds like he was a great kid who was loved by all. We want to express our deepest sympathy and we’ll keep you in our prayers.

  35. Words cannot express the heartache we feel for you and your family. Devon was a truly outstanding kid, and was a true joy to be around. He could hold a conversation with anyone and light up a room. He will be missed by all who knew him

  36. Stuart and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and family during this time of heartache. Devon was such a great kid, always polite, willing to help, and a smile on his face. He will not be forgotten as he has touched many people’s lives in such a positive way.

  37. Stuart:
    We send out our prayers to you and your family in this time of lose

  38. Stuart,
    It’s with broken hearts our prayers go out to you and your family. We are sadden beyond words by this tragedy. Devon was such a kind, lighthearted, full of energy, loving young man. He will be so dearly missed.

  39. Stuat And Family, Our hearts go out to you all .Will always see his smile. Will be missed by many , Our thoghts and prayers .

  40. Stuart, we are so sorry for your loss. Devon was an amazing kid. I was so impressed with how respectful he was. He was a popular young man and liked by all. Always had a smile and was kind to all ages. I enjoyed coaching him also in track. I remember he wanted to run the hurdles, so I let him. After the race he said “that was awesome!” You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Casey, Billie, Rylee, Shaylee, and Celee Klasna

  41. Stuart and family, Devon was such a very nice, kind & caring young man to everyone. Young or older. My heart & prayers are with all of you.

  42. Stuart, Kay, Bernie and Family – Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. I
    want you to promise that if you think of anything that we can do to help, that you will let us know. Love and Prayers, Harry & Peggy Purvis and the entire Purvis family.

  43. Stuart, Bernie, KAY AND ALL Devon’s extended family, we are so saddened at the loss of your precious Devon, While I never met him and Gary only once, we can see from all the messages how much he was loved. May God and the promise of eternal life in HEAVEN comfort you.

  44. Stuart, Our hearts are heartbroken for your loss of your precious Devon. He was an Amazing Kid!! Sending all our Love and Prayers To You And All of Your Wonderful Family.

    Love The Mathiason Family
    Alan& Sandy
    Dustin& Kyle

  45. Stuart and family: We are so sorry for your loss. Devon meant so much to a lot of people. He always had a smile on his face and was always willing to help anyone who needed an extra hand. He was always a pleasure to be around and will be greatly missed. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you if you need anything at all.

  47. Stuart and family, we are sorry for you loss. Devon was such a wonderful young man. He would always open the door at the Post Office for me like a gentleman. He always smiled and said hi, or would wave if he saw you drive by. We will miss him.

  48. Stuart and family, so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful, sweet, funny boy! He will forever be missed and loved! Hugs and prayers to you all!!

  49. Stuart – you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. We are so very sorry for your loss. Devon was a wonderful, kind-hearted boy and he will be missed by all.

  50. Stuart, Bernie & Kay,
    We are so very sorry for your loss. May the wings of angels hold you at this difficult time. You are in our hearts and prayers.

  51. Stuart and family,
    Words cannot describe how sorry we are for your loss. We considered Devon as part of our family. He was always so polite when he was over and always wanted to help someone out with something, he was very funny and always brought a smile to our faces. He will be missed dearly. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  52. Bernie and all of Devons family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss of your wonderful grandson,son and brother. God must have needed another special Angel. Hold on to the memories. No one can take those from you. God bless all of you

  53. Dear Tanya, and Stuart
    Our world is forever changed without your Devon here with us. Please know that you and your family, and all that loved him, are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.♡

  54. Mother Tanya, Father Stuart, Sister Celeste, Brother Buddy, Grandmother Margaret Lekanoff, Grandparents Schaaf, and every other friend or family member that I have not mentioned:

    We have lost a burst of sunshine, a great and beautiful kid. He got the call way to early in his young life, and was called home on Wednesday. God is holding Devon now, with all of his love wrapped around him securely.

    May each of you know that I, his honorary Grandmother, and am incredibly saddened with the sudden and terrible loss of precious Devon. I hurt for you and pray that time and your beautiful memories of and with him will bring you some comfort.

    God bless his soul and each of you with unending strength. I am praying and hurting right alongside each and every one of you.

  55. Devon you will be dearly missed by everyone who ever knew you! Fly high with Angels! We love you!

  56. Stuart and Family~ We are sending prayers for you, today and in the days to come, for comfort and peace beyond all understanding.

  57. The world will be lonelier without you, Devon. You were infectiously sweet in spirit. Tate & Trace will forever remember their friend. I’ll forever be grateful for the kindness and friendship you shared with them! Forever loved, forever missed.

    Godspeed to Stuart & family, storming heaven with prayer for you all.

  58. Prayers, love, peace and hugs to Tanya, Stu and family. God bless the beautiful soul of sweet Devon. Deepest sympathy❤️

  59. So sorry to hear about Devon you all are in my thoughts and prayers ?? RIP Devon Love from Genee Shaishnikoff and Family in Unalaska

  60. Stuart and Bernie & Kay,
    We are truly sorry for your loss and wish there was some way to take away your pain. We’ll always remember seeing Devon driving Grandpa Bernie’s little red tractor, first just in the yard, then later down the street, smiling & waiving as he passed by. You can be so proud of Devon because he was such a nice, well-mannered young man. Please know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time and in the days to come.

  61. Stuart, Bernie, Kay and family,
    I was so shocked to hear of your loss. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I did not know Devon, but by all the messages he had to be a very wonderful kind person. He will be missed by all. May God with his unending love comfort you and give you peace.

  62. Our family is praying for peace and comfort for all of you during this difficult time.

  63. Bernie and family, what devastating news. I’m so very sorry. Please know I’m thinking and praying that you all receive a supernatural peace and are comforted with precious memories. Love and blessings to family and friends.

  64. To the family of Devon: May God give the extra strength and understanding needed in these difficult day and the months ahead. Only God understands and I offer my prayers for each of you. Wish I had known this fine young man!

  65. Stuart, Bernie & Kay, Jen, & families, We were so sad to read of your loss of Devon. We.re thinking of you. Our sympathies and prayers are with you.
    Karla & Connie

  66. Stuart, Kay and Bernie and all the families, our prayers go out to all of you and although we never knew Devon, it sounds like he was an awesome young man. Stuart we knew you and Jen when you were growing up in Scobey, It is so hard to put words to the loss of a child but we are praying that God will wrap his arms around you and comfort you.

  67. Stuart, Kay & Bernie & families, we are truly sorry for your loss. Devon was such a good kid when he helped on the farm, very polite and full of energy. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  68. We are so blessed that we did have the chance to meet and know you personally. You defiantly were a gem full love, smiles and always kind and helpful. You will be missed Devon by many. My heart goes out to your family for their lost. RIP dear Devon.

  69. Bernie and Kay, we were so sorry to hear about the passing of your grandson. There is nothing harder than losing ones child or grandchild. We pray for all of your family to give you strength. We can never understand such a loss but must trust in God’s love and plan for each of us.

  70. Stuart,

    Our deep sympathies to you and your family. Our prayers for you, family and friends as well as the community. We wish you moments of peace and light throughout time.

  71. To Devon’s Alaska and Montana Families,

    Deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad and difficult time.

    The Zueger Family, In Alaska, AK

  72. Im so sorry for your loss, Devon was my good friend of mine before he moved away to Montana. He used to always knock on my door to see if i wanted to hang out….and i would like to say we were very close and he was loved by everyone, and still is. In fact, we were neighbors and i always looked forward to school ending so we could go hang out with the rest of our friends because he was a wonderful person to be around. Everyone loved Devon since he always had a smile on his face and loved to help people. He thought about others before himself. This was a shock to everyone on my small town of Unalaska, and we will always remember him and his smiles:) may he watch over us all now. Prayers to you and your family.

  73. Im so sorry for your loss, Devon was my good friend of mine before he moved away to Montana. He used to always knock on my door to see if i wanted to hang out….and i would like to say we were very close and he was loved by everyone, and still is. In fact, we were neighbors and i always looked forward to school ending so we could go hang out with the rest of our friends because he was a wonderful person to be around. Everyone loved Devon since he always had a smile on his face and loved to help people. He thought about others before himself. This was a shock to everyone on my small town of Unalaska, and we will always remember him and his wonderful smile:) may he watch over us all now. Prayers to you and your family.

  74. Our prayers are with you in this difficult time. Shocked to hear this tragic news. Always smiling and happy being busy is what I remember of him.

  75. Stuart and family , Kay and Bernie;
    I am so sorry for your great loss. Kay and I worked together at Daniels Memorial and my daughters were in school and 4_H with you.
    I pray that Jesus will wrap his arms of comfort and peace around all of you.

  76. Stuart, Kay and Bernie, Jennie and family,
    Our hearts are hurting for you in the loss of your precious Devon. We never had the honor to meet him, but if he was anything like each of you, we know he was a great kid. Praying comfort and God’s peace over all of you.

  77. To the Schaaf families,
    We send our deepest sympathies to all of you. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  78. Devon, my little cousin I never had the chance to meet. Be free of any pain now that this life had given you for we will meet one day in heaven. My thoughts and prayers to all that had the time with him that you did.
    Love, your cousin Shane

  80. Devon was one of my closest friends. He was my basketball teammate and my close friend. No sorda can describe how I feel. He was by my side when I won my Mathletes awards. I will always treasure and remember the moments I had with him. I had the honor and the privelege of knowing this young man.

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