Colchester, Connecticut
Jan 21, 1942 – Jun 7, 2025 (Age 83)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Henry F.M. Schaeffer, age 83, of Colchester, on Saturday, June 7, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. Henry was born on January 21, 1942, in Norwich, CT, to the late Henry and Jane (Lambert) Schaeffer. A talented musician and dedicated...
Read MoreHank was a great man, drummer, and a friend since 1957. Our condolences to his family. May his memory be eternal!
Camilla and Dick Tarryk
June 23, 2025 | Friend
I wish I had got to spend more time with Hank. He and I got to limb a few trees together: I had my own husqvarna, but he was partial to his Stihl, and I must admit it was a handsome saw. Whenever I would show up at the house, with or without Genna, he would always have a Coors and a sip of Jameson waiting for me; we would share a nip together while he regaled me with stories of horses, cowboys, and battleships. He lent (gave) me one of my favorite books, "Blind Man's Bluff," always offered a...
Andre Ponticello
June 20, 2025 | Family
Hank was a cousin to my late husband, William (Dick) Mott. So many fond memories of times with Hank and Frans! I am sure there was a great reunion in Heaven when he arrived! Sending love and hugs to his beloved family!
Linda J Mott
June 11, 2025 | Family
