Stephen Ford Schaefer, died Friday, November 20, 2020, at age 73, following health issues, worsened by COVID. Heaven and our good Lord welcomed him as he joined his deceased loved ones, daughter Lisa, mother Susan, father Paul, and sister Sue.
Loved by many, Steve leaves his son Michael and daughter-in-law Amber; their seven children O’Shen, Skila, Montana, Zach, Lakelynn, Brelynn, and Declan; great-granddaughter Winsley; brothers Paul, John, Stan, and Don; son-in-law Bobby; and granddaughter Sydney; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Born and raised in Sykesville, Maryland, during his lifetime Steve also resided in Florida and California.
Steve worked in aerospace fastener manufacturing most of his career, retiring early for health reasons.
As a favorite family member with a great sense of humor and quirkiness, and lots of love for everyone, Steve shared his joy for life on many memorable occasions with son Michael and his family, who lived nearby; and for many years, he visited California every year to see his brothers, nieces and nephews. Steve was a traveler and the world revolved around his grandchildren.
Steve Schaefer will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace, dear father, brother, grandfather and Uncle Steve.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of arrangements.