John Joseph Schaps passed away in Northglenn, Colorado on July 8, 2025 after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 42 years, Kathy (Hanson) Schaps. Both were long-time residents of Estes Park, Colorado.

John was born in St. Paul, MN on August 23, 1944 to Joseph and Rosemary (Hughes) Schaps, and moved to Denver when his father was stationed at Lowry Air Force Base during WII. A graduate of Regis High School (1963) and the University of Colorado (1968), he was drafted into the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict. Stationed in Stuttgart, Germany, he was a Military Policeman (MP), later promoted to Company Clerk, then honorably discharged in 1971.

John worked in real estate and retired as an Investment Advisor for TIAA. He and his wife, Kathy, owned a Hologram store and The Homespun Shop in Estes Park Colorado. An avid sports fan, John was an expert downhill skier and tennis player.

He is survived by son, Jeremiah Schaps; daughter, Emily Schaps; brother, Steve Schaps; sister, Teri Deane; grandson, Jackson Schaps; nephew, Michael Schaps; nephew, Matthew Schaps; niece, Katrina Whitehead; niece, Simone Deane LaBella; nephew, Alex Deane; nephew Michael Deane and several cousins, grand-nephews and grand-nieces.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Parish, 11385 Grant Dr., Northglenn, CO 80233. Donations to your local food bank are appreciated.

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