11/21/2025
With deep sadness, we share the news that Principal Joyce Schaefer experienced the loss of her adult son, Christopher, who passed away on Monday. We extend our heartfelt condolences even as we have the Christian hope of God’s mercy and love. Christopher was living with Joyce, and we know the coming days will be challenging for Joyce and her family. The school and parish are committed to supporting Joyce in every way we can.
For those who wish to offer condolences, the viewing will be today, November 21,
3:00 – 5:00 PM and 7:00 – 9:00 PM at Boylan Funeral Home, 10 Wooding Ave, Edison. We will celebrate a Funeral Mass this Saturday at 9:30 AM here at Saint Matthew Church for those who wish to pray with the Schaefers and our community. An obituary can be found at the Boylan Funeral Home link below for more about Christopher.
With Love,
SMS Faculty & Staff
https://tinyurl.com/Christopher-John-Schaefer