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Larry R. Schaefer

1946 - 2013

BORN

1946

DIED

2013

Larry Schaefer Obituary

Larry R. Schaefer, 67, passed away on 12/29/13 at home in Palm Springs, California. He was born 9/1/46 in Urbana, Illinois to Ralph and Margaret Schaefer. He lived in Palm Springs, California for 37 years. He graduated from Champaign High School in 1964. He served four years in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He owned his own bookkeeping and income tax company. Larry is survived by his wife of 46 years, Melvena (Alpers); his sister Marjorie (Kenneth) Walters; his mother, Margaret Metcalf; his niece, Brenda Hooser and his nephew, Mark Walters. Funeral services are to be held at the Palm Springs Presbyterian Church, 815 S. Camino Real, Palm Springs, California, on January 6, 2014 at 1 p.m. followed by interment at Desert Memorial Park, 31705 Da Vall Drive, Cathedral City, California. Contributions can be made to Sav-A-Pet, PO Box 602, Desert Hot Springs, California 92240 or the Stroke Activity Center, 2800 E. Alejo Road, Palm Springs, California 92264.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Jan. 4 to Jan. 6, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Larry Schaefer

20 Entries

Liz Glass

January 10, 2014

Mel
I just found out about Larry's passing. I am in shock. My heart breaks for you. We love you!!! God Bless you. You and Larry had a love that many wish for and you were blessed with a wonderful 46 year marriage. Heaven got another angel and you have your Mom and Larry on either shoulder watching out for you. I wish I found out earlier... I would have been at the service. So so sorry. We are sending our LOVE and Prayers to surround you and help comfort you.
Always
Liz Glass and family

January 9, 2014

I know nothing helps much at this time, but know that my heart is with you -
Brian Banister

Diane Smith

January 9, 2014

Melvena,
Garry and I were so sadden by the news of Larry's passing. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have a lot of wonderful memories of our times playing games and card with the two of you. Larry was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. Sending our Love, Garry and Diane

Tina Bates

January 8, 2014

Melvena,
I was so sorry to learn of Larry's sudden passing. You are so fortunate to have been together so long. I wish you strength at this sad time and hope all your wonderful memories will give you comfort.

Janice Kaminsky

January 6, 2014

I was so sorry to hear of your loss, Melvena. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 6, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of Larry's sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love Karen and Riemer

January 6, 2014

Melvena: Please except our sympathy and kind thoughts to you in the loss of your loved one. The love between you two will leave many good memories to help you heal this pain in your heart. May you take comfort in knowing others care for you. Bob and Vicki Beech

Susie Miller

January 6, 2014

Dear Melvena-I am so sorry to read about Larry. It's been a long time but I remember a warm loving guy who always let me do my best job for you both..insurance. My prayers are with you.

January 6, 2014

Please except my condolences. I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Lean on Him for support through prayer and reading his word the Bible daily.

Tillie Fusco

January 5, 2014

Melvena, so sorry to hear about Larry, my thoughts and prayer's are with you.

January 5, 2014

Dear Melvena, I am so sorry for your loss. It seems like I have known Larry forever. My prayers are with you, Jeanine Bertrand

Sheila Alpers

January 5, 2014

Dear Melvena-

Larry was a good man and accepted everyone as they were, faults and all. Especially me. I appreciated that. I will miss him.

Peggy Lents

January 5, 2014

Melvena, Margie and I have been friends since 7th grade and I knew Larry as a result. I was shocked to learn of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. May God be with you and bless you in this time of sorrow.

January 5, 2014

Our hearts are heavy, and our souls are sad. We love you so. Denny and Madelyn Banister

Rich Hooser

January 4, 2014

My heart, my prayers go out to you and the family. Larry was a wonderful man whose kindness made you smile, his sense of humor made you laugh. A Joy to be in his presence. He will be greatly missed, but his spirit will always be with us.

Cora

January 4, 2014

Dear Melvena,

I am very sorry for your loss. Larry was a special man and I remember how kind, funny and warm he was. I am truly lucky to have known him in my life.

Stanley Rhea

January 4, 2014

Melvena our hearts and prayers go out to you and the rest of the family. Larry was special to us being our accountant and bookkeeper at my pharmacy and a good and friendly acquaintance all the years we knew him.
His smile and sense of humor will be sorely missed by all of us.

William and Kelly Longfellow

January 3, 2014

Melvena,
We are so very sorry to hear that Larry was taken from you-so unexpectantly, and much too soon. Larry could light up a room whenever he walked in-always able to make everyone laugh and experience his kindness and generosity. The way he loved you was so touching to all who have known you. I know that he is with you forever, watching and loving you as he always did. We pray that you find strength in knowing you will be together again for eternity. Sending all our love and prayers your way.
Big Hugs xoxo

Curt & Carol Stephan

January 3, 2014

This man was a truly wonderful, caring, funny and giving person!!!! He is and will aways be missed. May his NASCAR favorite, Tony Stewart win this years Championship in Larry's memory. RIP our friend.....God speed.

Frances Woelke

January 3, 2014

Melvena, I am so sorry for your loss. Larry was a very special person, and his love for you was evident to anyone who knew you both. His smile and sense of humor made everyone around him happy, and he will be greatly missed. I love you.

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