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John SCHAEFER Obituary
Age 86, of Kettering, went home to be with the Lord, the love of his life, Rita and daughter, Mollie on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. Jack was born in Dayton, Ohio, on January 28, 1935, to Charles and Ruth Schaefer. He was the grandson of Daniel and Hannah Larkin and Joseph and Mary Schaefer. Jack was married to Rita for 55 years before her death in 2014. Jack was also preceded in death by their daughter Mollie in 2017 and by his brother, Charles and his wife, Shirley. He is survived by four children, John Jr. (Laurie) Schaefer of Hinsdale, IL, Julie (Brad) Myers, Carol (Ron) Beech and David (Julie) Schaefer all of Dayton. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, John L. Schaefer III, Sydney (Brian) Turner, Marlie (Jake) Dahlgren, Zachary (Shelby) Myers, Adam (Hannah) Schaefer, Nichole Schaefer, Emily Schaefer, Kaylie Beech, Brett Myers, Christopher Beech, Joshua Myers and Nathan Beech; two great granddaughters, Mabel Ann Turner and Quinn
Lucille Myers. Jack was a member of St. Albert the Great Catholic Parish in Kettering since it was founded in 1939. He graduated from Chaminade High School in 1952 and the University of Dayton in 1956. He received his CPA certificate in 1962. Jack worked in public accounting before he purchased Colorpac, Incorporated in Franklin. He was the President of Colorpac until he sold the company in 1966. Jack subsequently purchased the Specialty Papers Company in Dayton and was the CEO of Specialty until 1986 when he sold the company to the James River Corporation. Jack was an active member of the Dayton community and served on the Boards of the University of Dayton, United Way, Dayton Chamber of Commerce, Ponderosa Systems, Danis Industries, Shopsmith, Eskco, State Fidelity Savings and Loan and Gem Savings. He enjoyed running and swimming as well as woodworking and snowmobiling, which he did at their cabin in Michigan. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial, 12:00 pm Tuesday, November 9 at St. Albert the Great in Kettering followed by burial at Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends and family on Monday, November 8 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Westbrock Funeral Home, Kettering. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Dayton Gospel Mission, 64 Burns Ave., Dayton, OH 45402.
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Linda Tucker Simon
October 31, 2022
Dear Schaefer family,
I miss your parents so much and especially the HUGE red couch. When Phil and I visited neither of us could touch the floor.
Jack blessed my family and my children in more ways that I can count and I miss our Wed night Bible study. God bless you all and your memories of him.
Glen Whaley
October 31, 2022
Carol, hardly a Saturday goes by that I don't think of your Dad at church. During Fr. Chris' eulogy, I was surprised to hear that he was such a successful businessman and so giving to the community and to those blessed enough to have known him. He was so humble, loving and caring. I'm sure he's with your Mom and happier than ever! God Bless
Jerry and Phyllis Gault
February 2, 2022
Jack Schaefer was the finest man we have ever known. He was kind and generous and set a fine example for all to emulate. We are truly saddened.
Linda and Phil Simon
November 9, 2021
I feel so blessed to have known Jack. He was such a loving and generous person and a huge part of my life. He loved Jesus and now is with
Him and his cherished wife Rita.
The Blalock Family
November 8, 2021
Carol and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.
Greg Brown
November 8, 2021
My condolences to the Schaefer family. I was employed at Specialty Papers when Jack purchased the company. It was a great place to work as the company prospered under Jack´s leadership.
Glen Whaley
November 6, 2021
My sympathies to Jack's family. I always enjoyed our brief chats at church the last few years; and will miss his smile. God bless.
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