Lynne was born on February 8th, 1929 and raised in Houston. She was an only child and the apple of her parents’ eyes. She attended Southern Methodist University where she majored in Education and graduated at the young age of 19. She also met Russell Schoepf at SMU and they were married in 1949. They raised their three children and spent the rest of their years in Houston. Lynne worked as a teacher and an employment specialist and was very involved in their churches, Bering United Methodist and Terrance United Methodist.
Lynne, better known as “Granny” for many years, was so witty, loved playing bridge, graciously hosted holiday after holiday in her home, and welcomed all who would come. She was the family gatherer. She is so loved and will be missed by Russ, her beloved husband of 72 years, her family members, caregivers, and friends. She left a legacy of hospitality that her family will be forever thankful for and hopes to carry on.
Lynne is preceded in death by her son Rusty, and is survived by her husband Russell Schoepf, son Joel Schoepf Sr., daughter Susan Lynne Benton, 5 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and 1 great, great grandchild.
Flowers can be sent to Waltrip Funeral home, or in lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Methodist Children Home in Waco, Texas or the charity of your choice.
A visitation for Lynne was held on Thursday, July 29, 2021 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Waltrip Funeral Directors, 1415 Campbell Road in Houston, Texas. The funeral service was held on Friday, July 30, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Terrace United Methodist Church, 1203 Wirt Rd. in Houston. Burial followed at 2:00 PM at Field Store Cemetery, FM 1488 Field Store, Field Store, Texas.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.waltripfuneraldirectors.com for the Schoepf family.
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