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SCHAEFER, Michael W. 74, of Springfield passed away peacefully Monday evening, December 22, 2008 in his residence with his loving family by his side. He was born May 8, 1934 in Casstown, Ohio, the son of Dewey and Jesse (McClintock) Schaefer. Mike was a foster parent for 34 years to over 100 beloved children. He was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes fan and was a very loving and devoted husband, father, grandpa and great grandpa. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved him. Survivors include his caring wife of 54 years, Janet L. (Reese) Schaefer; five daughters and sons-in-law, Margaret Daily, Karen (Ray) Haynes, Melissa (Phillip) Ehrle, Jennifer Schaefer and Genny (Michael) Youngerman all of Springfield; one son, Michael D. Schaefer of New Carlisle, Ohio; five grandchildren and spouses, Mary (Rick) Massie, Mandy (Dean) Wilson, Brian (Jennifer) Haynes, Misty (Bill) Shaffer and Brandy Dill (Brett Dewitt); ten great grandchildren, Kaylea, Rebbecca, Brittanee Massie, Joshua, Destanee, Bethanie, Zackary, Jacob Wilson, Logan Shaffer and Brennen Dewitt; four sisters, Edwina Ward, Viola Ward, Nancy Hinkle and Margaret Karnhem; four brothers, Vernon, Ernie, David and Eldon Schaefer and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Genny Youngerman; brother, Paul Schaefer and great grandson, Joshua Wilson. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, December 26, 2008 from 11a.m. to 1p.m. in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. in the funeral home with Pastor Richard McIntosh and Pastor Alan Cain officiating. Burial will follow in the Vale Cemetery. You may express condolences to the family at www.littletonandrue.com
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for Michael Schaefer
PUNKIN ZIMMERMAN
January 6, 2009
DEAR AUNT JANET AND FAMILY - PLEASE KNOW THAT ALL OF MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU. I LOVE YOU, JANET IF I CAN HELP AT ALL PLEASE CALL. WANT TO TALK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT? CALL ANYTIME.
Cheryl and Lanny Sartor
January 4, 2009
Aunt Janet and Family,
Please know that all of you are in our prayers. You know we would have been there if it would have been possible. Mike is in a much better place now with no more breathing problems. I'm sure Genny was there to welcome him home.
Love to all of you.
Barbie / monica Daily
January 3, 2009
I am sorry to hear of your family's loss my sister and I have you and your family in our prayers
Kristen Bahan
December 26, 2008
Melissa and family,
I was so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing, he was an incredible man with an awesome heart. I will never forget him and hope your family realizes how many hearts he touched. God Bless you all.
Monica Malone
December 26, 2008
Aunt Janet & Family,
We sure will miss Uncle Mike. I will always remember his big smile whenever we would see him! He was a great man and will be missed.
Miss and Love You,
Monica and Family
Eldon & Faith Schaefer
December 25, 2008
Janet and family,
As you know Foot has many brothers and sisters but none as close to our family as You and Mike and your family.We hold many memories that no one can take away. We will miss him but I am so glad he accepted GOD in his life and we will see him again. We are here for you anytime and in any way.
Foot, Faith and David & Tom
ROBERT OWENS
December 25, 2008
BOB & SIS OWENS WILL MISS YOU MIKE
Joyce and Gene East
December 25, 2008
Janet and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Wish we could be there.
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