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Daniela Schaeffer

November 19, 2022

Daniela Schaeffer

Daniela (Bascelli) Schaeffer, beloved wife, mother, daughter, aunt and friend passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Saturday, November 19, 2022.

Daniela was predeceased by her mother Annamaria (2018), her best friend in the world Vaune Matic (2022), Uncle Peter Dielschneider (2021), Zio Benito Bascelli (2015), Zia Giovanna Giannini (2012) and Zio Antonio Giannini (2009) and other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Daniela is survived by her soulmate and loving husband Cory; her beautiful daughter Natasha; her father Gino Bascelli and in-laws Gordon and Diane Schaeffer; sisters-in-law Nancy (Raymund) Logan, Trisha (Kelly) Walter and all her very special nieces and nephews who she loved dearly.

Daniela was born in Chieti, Abruzzo, Italy on May 11, 1965, to Gino and Annamaria Bascelli. At the age of 3 years along with her parents they immigrated to Regina, Saskatchewan on September 26, 1968 and so began their journey in this strange land.

On October 3, 1992, Daniela married Cory Schaeffer and on February 17, 1997, they welcomed Natasha Donata Schaeffer, their pride and joy. Daniela was immensely proud of her Italian heritage and was very involved in the Italian community. She danced with Le Campagnole Italian Dancers from a young age and well into her teens. She then took on the role of Youth Ambassador for Mosaic - A Festival of Cultures. She directed the Dance group for a number of years, sat on the Board of Directors for the Italian Club, sat on the Board of Directors for the Regina Multicultural Council and chaired Mosaic for many years.

In August of 2019, Daniela was diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney disease. This was a devastating time for her, however, being the strong person that Daniela is she plowed forward and took on anything that came her way. In June 2020, she began Hemodialysis and in October 2021 she was so excited that she was able to start Hemodialysis at home. It has been a long journey and Daniela fought all the way through with every challenge she had. Rest in peace my love, you do not have to fight anymore.

Funeral Mass will be held for Daniela on Monday, November 28, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. in Holy Child Roman Catholic Church, 2636 - 7th Avenue East, Regina, Saskatchewan. In lieu of flowers, donations in Daniela’s memory may be made to the Kidney Foundation (www.kidney.ca).


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Messages of Condolence


Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. All the wonderful memories of so many Mosaics, multi cultural events and family events that Daniela was a part of will always be with us. May your memories give you comfort. ~ Deb & Glen Hubenig


Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to Cory, Natasha and Gino. May the many fond memories you have keep her close. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. ~ Michael Cassano


Rest In Peace to a beautiful person. Love you "D" ~ Paola Ricci


Cory Natasha, there are no words to help you heal, know that we are all thinking of you and remembering the wonderful soul that Daniela was. She was a kind, caring and wonderful woman that I am proud to say I had the privilege to know. Hugs to all ~ Uncle Joe & Aunty Susan


We send you warm wishes for peace, comfort and courage at this most difficult time. Please know we are only a few steps away if you ever need anything. ~ Prayers, Derek & Roxanne Smith


My thoughts and prayers are with you Cory. Daniella was always so helpful to me when I first started at our Agency. I loved our evenings together at Mosaic. You were truly such a beautiful, loving couple. An inspiration to witness. ~ Wanda Srochenski


Please accept our deepest condolences, Daniella was such a strong beautiful woman. Keep your memories close. Bless you all. Antonio Carteri and family ~ Lucy Carteri


Cory & Natasha, we hope the memories you carry in your heart will help you through this very difficult time. Daniela was a wonderful friend and will always have a spot in many hearts near and far. She was a deeply caring friend, and we will miss her terribly. I hope the pain you feel passes and makes way for the good memories, love, and many laughs Daniela has given us all over the years. ~ Tom & Stephanie Bamford


Our Deepest Sympathy and Condolences. May your many fond memories help you through this very difficult time. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Jackie & Darwin Ziegler


Our hearts are broken for you all. Sending you both strength and love during this difficult time. ~ Kevin & Julia Johannson


Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Daniela Schaeffer’s family and friends as you bid her ‘farewell until you meet again’. May God grant her eternal peace in His loving arms in Heaven. And may happy memories of your time with her bring you comfort. With deepest sympathy, Tim & Gwen Nell ~ Tim & Gwen Nell


Cory and Natasha, our hearts are breaking for you both at this time. Daniela was a wonderful, warm and caring woman and we are both honored to have had her in our lives. She fought so hard to get through this but she can now rest in peace. She has left a whole that nobody can ever fill and we will remember her always. We love you both. ~ Frank & Ann Bamford


Our deepest condolences to Cory and Natasha. We had the honor of celebrating your wedding 30 years ago and spending fabulous times together many years ago. Daniela was a proud mama and worked very hard, always putting others ahead of herself. May she rest in peace now out of pain and suffering and be your angel watching over you. Our prayers are with all of you. ~ Brenda Love


Sending our sincere condolences to you all during this difficult time. Blessings to you all. ~ Anna & Greg Gorniak


Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Rest In Peace Daniela. ~ Annette & Brent Waschuk


Cory, Natasha and Gino, our deepest sympathies on the loss of Daniela. ~ Lee-Ann & Enio Ricci


Cory and Natasha, we are so sorry to hear of Daniela’s passing and want to express our most sincere sympathies to you and the family. We hope you find comfort in your memories during this very difficult time and may she Rest In Peace. ~ Shelley and Murray Bashnick


Cory & Natasha We are all so sorry to hear about Daniela, sending hugs to all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Daniela was such a sweetheart, she will be missed so much RIP Daniela Take Care Lorraine, Wes and families ~ Lorraine Wolfe


Sending peace and comfort to all that are feeling the loss of Daniela's passing. Take care of each other during this difficult time. ~ Penny & Stewarr Baer


Our deepest condolences ~ Greg & Tammy Dozorec


I am so sorry to hear of Daniela’s passing Cory. Losing a soulmate is a loss beyond comprehension. Stay close to the Lord and he will walk this journey with you. My deepest condolences ~ Lorna Steinhubl


Cory and Natasha - My heart goes out to you for your loss of Daniela. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and hope that your happy memories give you peace and comfort. ~ Lynn Sanya (Schuba)


Cory, Natasha and her families. So saddened to hear of Danielas’s passing. May your memories and prayers help you through this very difficult time. Sending sincere condolences. ~ Dennis & Gina Kolish


Cory and Natasha, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Daniela had a wonderful soul and was always interested in everyone. She will be missed! Take care. ~ Uncle Leonard & Aunt Jeanette


Our Deepest Sympathy and Condolences Cory. ~ Lana Schneider


Cory, Natasha and Gino, our deepest sympathies on the loss of Daniela. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cory and Christy. Francis, Sk ~ Christy Sebastian and Cory Walter


My heart is aching for you. Your friends and co-workers (for both Cory and Daniela) have been in touch with each other and sympathizing for your loss. Praying that you feel the love and support and the peace that Heaven brings. ~ Deb Mievre


Cory, I am so very sorry for your loss. She was a great human being and a fun person to be with. We grew up together and even though we didn't communicate as much as we should have, know that she will be missed so very much. God Bless you, Natasha, and Zio Gino. Rest in Peace dear cousin. ~ Anita Bascelli


Cory and Natasha, we are so sorry for your loss. May your memories give you comfort. Big hugs to you both.❤️ ~ Cindy Kress


Deepest condolences to Cory, Natasha and all Daniela's family and friends. ~ Ken and Brenda Gerein


My deepest sympathies and condolences Cory ~ Wendy Schroeder


My prayers and thoughts are with you Cory and your family. Daniela was taken too soon and will be deeply missed. What a lovely person she was. ~ Krista Huber


Cory, our deepest sympathies for you and Natasha as you work through this difficult time. We are praying for you to have Gods strength and understanding. We always enjoyed our time and laughs with you and Daniella! Paul and Rachelle Roberts ~ Paul Roberts


Cory & Natasha Saddened to hear of Daniela’s passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. With deepest sympathy. ~ Carl & Fran Walter


Cory deepest sympathies to you, your daughter and family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all as you journey thru this difficult time. ~ Dave & Sheila Brandt (Hubenig)


Cory & Natasha, I am so sorry to hear about Daniela's passing. Sending you love and prayers. ~ Heather Melnyk


May your happy memories give your family peace and comfort during this times. Our deepest condolences to you all. Loreda, Alberico, Alessandro, Guido, Francesca e Carlo. ~ Guido


Cory, Natasha and Gino, Sending you love and prayers as you mourn the passing, and celebrate the life of Daniela. I had the privilege of knowing Daniela from a very young age because Gino and my father Frank worked for the same company. Then Daniela become very involved with the Italian Club, as I did with the German Club…..so we had another connection through the multi-cultural community of Regina. Daniela had a huge heart and an amazing, positive attitude, which she leaves as her legacy. She will be missed…..and fondly remembered….❤️ ~ Sandra Morin


Our prayers are with you Cory and Natasha. Daniela is now in God’s hands. Bless both of you. ~ Sam and Irene


So sorry to hear of Daniella passing. Cherish your memories. Gayle Schwickrath ~ Gayle Schwickrath


Cory My deepest condolences. Rest in Peace Cousin ~ Adrianna Bascelli


Cory, Natasha & family, so sorry to hear of Daniela’s passing, our deepest sympathies. Take care. ~ Leslie & Kelly Schaeffer


My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to all. She was a wonderful soul. Your Angel will be greatly missed. Live life on your beautiful memories. ~ Susan Jakowski


Our deepest condolences on your loss. May the fond memories you have help you through this sad time. ~ Steve and Donna-Lee Reihl


Sincere condolences to your family on the loss of Daniella, a beautiful soul gone too soon. ~ Gail Sisco


Cory, we were saddened to hear of your loss. Sending you and Natasha love and support. ~ Michael, Kat and Harry


We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Cory, Natasha & Gino. ~ Rosanna & Bill Thompson


Sending all our love to you Cory and Natasha during this tough time. Daniela was so special to us and will be dearly missed. She was an incredible friend and colleague. ~ Rob & Erin Caleval


Cory, Natasha and Gina, our deepest condolences and prayers for strength. Daniela will always be remembered for her warmth, community involvement and smile! ~ Lillian, Bryan and Michayla Hicks


Cory & family, my most sincere condolences. I will remember Daniela fondly - she had such a spark! Sending much love to you. ~ Lisa Martin


Our sincerest condolences to the family for their loss. Daniela will be greatly missed. ~ Luigi and Adella Mazzotti


Cory and Natasha, Gordon and Diane and family, Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss ~ Laura Ell


Cory and family you have our condolences and deepest sympathy. We always found Daniela to be very helpful and most caring also a lot of fun. She will be missed. ~ Keith Pierce


Cory, my condolences to you and your family. Gone far too soon. ~ Barb Smith


Cory and Natasha, I am so sorry to hear of Daniela's passing. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. She will be deeply missed. ~ Sandra Gudbranson