Memories of William "Will" Daniel Schaaf

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William "Will" Daniel Schaaf

Huntington Beach, CA

April 15, 1994 - January 31, 2026

Apr 15, 1994 - Jan 31, 2026

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Janet Saylor

Will happy birthday. I was there in the hospital when you were born. I held you and I so wish I could hold you now. You are with me always. I hold you in my heart ❤️ for it broke when you left us. I know you are celebrating with all your grandparents and family in heaven. You are a beautiful man and a wonderful nephew. You will always be with me forever with all of the memories I have no one can ever take them from me. Today is another hard day for all of us to go through with out you here. Happy birthday I miss you so much and I love ❤️ you so much more than you can ever imagine.

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Marisela Garlick

There are no words one can say to describe your loss and what you’re feeling. Sending u a big hug Theresa

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Theressa Schaaf

Bruce Garcia

I am heartbroken over the loss of my nephew William. His young life was taken far too soon. I will always remember his low-key sense of humor, the kind that didn’t need attention to be felt—and the way he moved through the world with kindness and a genuinely good heart. He was a great kid, and he was deeply loved. He will be missed more than words can say, and he will always hold a place in my heart.

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Shea Roberts

I met Will three and a half years ago at a friend’s birthday party. The moment I saw him I knew I wanted to talk to him. We talked until the party ended and then sat on an empty lifeguard tower and laughed while swapping stories about our childhoods until the sun came up. It was like I had known him for years even though we had just met. I’ve never known anyone else quite like him. Will was kind, patient, and made people laugh and smile even in dark times. He was strong in his beliefs and did everything he could to stick up for those in need. He was the kind of person to lift you up when you’re feeling down. I can’t put into words how much he meant to me and to so many others. He had so much love for his friends and family—especially his little nieces and nephews. It’s hard for me to put into words how wonderful he was. He was my best friend and I’m so grateful to have known him and to have loved him. My heart is with his family and loved ones.

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Andrew Pereira

To all of Will’s family, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I hope you’re able to find strength and comfort as you get through this incredibly difficult time.

I’ve been best friends with Will since middle school. We were inseparable for a long time—always hanging out, skateboarding, and playing video games. We spent countless nights at each other’s houses. In high school, we didn’t have many classes together but we still would hang out and get lunch most days. More recently, Will succeeded in getting me completely addicted to golf. He pushed me to get better in the sport and was like a hype man any time a good shot was hit. He has always been someone I could rely on to be there through the majority of my life.

Will was family to me, and I’m so grateful that he was close with my wife, Jenny, and my daughter, Jade, as well. My life will never be the same without him, and I consider myself incredibly lucky to have had a friend like Will.

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