Rosemarie Silva

Rosemarie Schaeffer Silva, 83, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, surrounded by family and hearing the final goodbyes of loved ones.

Born in Oklahoma, she later made San Antonio, Texas, her home. She was the oldest daughter of five children and lived a life marked by devotion to family, service to others, and a spirit of adventure. She especially loved traveling and thrifting for treasures.

She dedicated many years of service to The Richmond State School, where she worked as a seamstress, taking great pride in caring for residents by ensuring they had clothing tailored to their needs and individuality.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joaquin Silva; her mother, Bettie Bullock Schaeffer; her father, Charles Donald Schaeffer; her brother, Charles Grant Schaeffer; her daughter-in-law, Jennifer Jones; and her granddaughter, Elizabeth Blankenship.

She is survived by her son, Orville “Butch” Buzzaird; her grandchildren, April Buzzaird; Scott Buzzaird and wife Jennifer Buzzaird; Kymberley Buzzaird Bruns and husband Raven Bruns; and Jessie Buzzaird.

She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Avery Mitchell, Tye Mitchell, Bryttani Mitchell, Ryleigh Buzzaird, Hazel Buzzaird, Rei Xavier, Jossalynn Criswell, Jade Blankenship, Savannah Boadway, and Sebastian Boadway and Justin Brown; and her great-great-grandchild, Zoey Mitchell.

She is further survived by her siblings, Debra Schaeffer Grigsby and husband Richard; Susan Schaeffer; John Schaeffer and wife Shirley; her sister-in-love, Kathy Schaeffer; her aunt, Jo Catherine Black; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

In accordance with her wishes, she will be cremated. At a later date, her family will honor her memory, and that of her late husband, by spreading their ashes together in Hawaii

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to VSC Richmond / Richmond State School in her honor.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude for the prayers, love, and support shown during this time.