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Allen Schaefer Obituary

Schaefer, Allen P. 53, of Belleville, IL, passed away Sun., Aug. 15, 2010. Allen worked at Peerless Stove Company in Belleville for more than 30 years. Beloved son of Ruth (nee Emig) Schaefer of Belleville, IL, and the late Marcellus Schaefer; twin brother to Stephen J. (Angie) Schaefer of Belleville, IL, and dear brother of Paul (Debra) Schaefer of Kirkwood, MO, and the late Jerome G. Schaefer; dear uncle of Bradley Schaefer and Renee Schaefer of Kirkwood, MO, Melissa Schaefer of O'Fallon, MO, and Beth (Neal) Miller of House Springs, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Mary's Catholic Church or to Boy Scout Troop 3 at St. Mary's in Belleville. Condolences may be expressed online at www.rennerfh.com Services: Visitation from 4 to 8 p.m. Wed., Aug. 18, 2010, and from noon to 1 p.m. Thurs. Aug. 19, 2010, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1706 West Main St., Belleville, IL. Funeral Mass at 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Belleville, IL. Burial at Green Mount Catholic Cemetery, Belleville, IL.
Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Aug. 18, 2010.

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August 21, 2010

I lived across the street from the Schaeffer family and I went to school with Allen and Steve. I haven't seen Allen in many years but I always remember what a great guy he was!! Mrs Schaeffer, Steve and Paul please accept my sympathy. Debbie (Dahm) Berilla (Ballwin, MO)

Kevin Arnold

August 21, 2010

I use to work with Al at Peerless many years ago. He was a great person to get to know. I'll miss the days at Moto Mart when I made him wait in line while I bought all of my lottery tickets, but he would always smile and say "get to work." He will be sadly missed.

Kevin and Kathy King

August 19, 2010

May it be a source of inner strength to know that there's a loving God watching over you, and that throughout this time of need, He'll stay close by your side. Memories of Allen will help you through those difficult days. God has sent you all a special angel. Our deepest sympathy to all of you.

Keith & Andrea Huschle

August 19, 2010

Steve & Angie - Words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. Your family is in our prayers today.

Stephen Eros

August 18, 2010

What a shock this was to me and my family. Allen was a great guy - always willing to help with projects, add his expertise, and excellent design sense. I will never forget the times I helped him and my dad with decorating at St. Mary's or any other outside event, and the lighthearted jokes and remarks he would make. These remarks and "Allen-isms" will live on in our family for years - something to look back and smile about. Another great memory is all the times I would pass him on the road, seeing the load of stuff in his car from his Saturday morning trips to Garden Ridge, Hobby Lobby, etc...all great classy decorations that he would find for dirt cheap prices and donate to St. Mary's. Allen redefined the term "Smart Shopper". He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and acquaintances.

August 18, 2010

I went to St. Mary's grade school with both Allen and Stephen. I also saw both brothers several months ago at Memorial Hospital where I am employed. My sympathy is with the entire Schaefer family. Nancy (Reeb) Zahner

Friends from Peerless Premier Appliance Company

August 18, 2010

Words alone cannot express our sympathy. To say that his time with us was far too short is an understatement. The reality is that he will be sorely missed by all who knew him. May God bless you and your wonderful family.

Molly (Metz) Meyer

August 18, 2010

Uncle Al, you were truly an uncle to me and to many. You will be missed.

Love Always,

Angie Schaefer

August 18, 2010

My dear Allen, How do I even start to say what you mean to me. I will miss you more than words could even say. I can set hear and close my eyes and hear you come in the kitchen door and say to Steve "sleppin i guess" or just comin by for no other reasson than to play "hog" with Cody. You are more than a Brother in Law to me you are and always will be a Brother. I will keep the memories of you in my heart and when I walk out in my yard and see each flower that you planted in just the right spot I will know that you are with us. I Love You

Phyllis Schleicher

August 18, 2010

I worked with Allen for many years. His devotion to his family was inspiring. Plese know that he loved you all very much.

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