Steven Lee Schaefer's Obituary
Steven Lee Schaefer, 57, passed away Thursday, April 20, 2017 at home with his family by his side. Born in West Palm Beach, Florida, he was the son of Virgil and Doris (Collar) Schaefer, who survive. Steve was a member of New Haven United Methodist church where he ushered and was involved with liturgical drama. He worked for 29 years at Brookwood Cabinet Company and then for seven years at Benchmark Social Services (AWS). Steve and his family lived in Florida, Oklahoma, West Germany, Ohio, and Indiana. Because of moving often, Steve developed a love for traveling. Through his travels, Steve visited 45 states and 15 countries. He especially enjoyed a cruise to Alaska, a trip to the Holy Land and a train trip to California. Steve enjoyed gardening, fishing (and catching larger fish than his father), watching college sports (Go Hoosiers!), following the Chicago Cubs, and reading. He had a soft place in his heart for animals of any kind, but especially dogs.
He is also survived by his sister, Susan Schaefer of New Haven; three uncles; one aunt; and numerous cousins.
Funeral service is 11 a.m. Wednesday at New Haven United Methodist Church, 630 Lincoln Hwy E., New Haven with calling one hour prior. Pastor Chuck Fenwick officiating. Calling also 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at E. Harper & Son Funeral Home, 740 St. Rd. 930 E., New Haven. Burial in IOOF Cemetery, New Haven. Preferred memorials to New Haven United Methodist Church (missions) or American Cancer Society.
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