Eugene Schafer Obituary

Eugene Thomas Schafer
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle peacefully entered into eternal life at the age of 93. He was born at home on the farm in Hubbardston, on January 29, 1932, the son of Joseph and Marie (Datema) Schafer. Gene grew up in a faith filled, close knit family and graduated from St. John the Baptist School in 1949. He was drafted into the Army to serve for 2 years at Eielson Air Force Base in Fairbanks, Alaska. During his time in the service, he wrote letters back and forth to the love of his life, Mary Priscilla Fox. They were married on August 16, 1958, and went on to raise seven children. Together they shared 66 wonderful years of marriage filled with love and devotion.
Gene returned from the service to dedicate his life to his passion as a farmer. He was the embodiment of neighborly, always willing to lend a hand and work on projects. He was an active member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.
He was preceded in death by sister, Anne Marie, brothers, Francis, Pete, Bernard, William, and John. Gene is survived by his beloved wife Mary Priscilla, sister, Virginia (Rita) Schafer, his children, Mindy Schafer- Hills, Mike (Julie) Schafer, Kathy (Andrew) Duma, Colleen (Daniel) Sheaffer, Todd, Tony (Debbie) and Thom (Heather) Schafer. He leaves behind 20 Grandchildren, 5 Great-grandchildren, and many cherished nieces and nephews.
Gene's gentle strength and unwavering love for his family will live on in all who were blessed to know him.
There will be a Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Eugene Thomas Schafer on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Hubbardston, Michigan with a gathering from 10:00 am until the time of the Mass at 11:00 am. Immediately following the Mass, family and friends are invited to join a luncheon at the parish hall. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Lux and Schnepp Funeral Home, Carson City. To view Gene's obituary or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com.
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