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Stephen Schaefers Obituary

Schaefers, Stephen G. Age 76. Passed away July 21, 2017, peacefully at home. Beloved husband of Mary Schaefers (nee Reidy) for 53 years; loving father of Ellen Schaefers and Patrick (Zenaida) Schaefers; cherished grandfather of Colleen and Stephanie Schaefers. Visitation Tuesday 3:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 9:00 a.m. from the Maher Funeral Home, Tinley Park, 7051 W. 171st St. to St. Damian Church for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. To sign guestbook visit maherfuneralservices.com. (708) 781-9212.



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 24, 2017.
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Mary,

I'm sorry I didn't see this obituary earlier!

I am very saddened by your loss!

My prayers and condolences to you and your entire family!

May Steve Rest In Peace!

Bob Krupp

July 27, 2017

Dear Mary we are so saddened to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences to the family. Maybyou draw close to God during this difficult time and he will draw close to you.

DA Rich

July 24, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort, comfort you during this difficult time. 2 corn 1:3,4.

July 24, 2017

Rest in peace and may your family and loved ones be comforted.

July 24, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

KELLEY

July 24, 2017

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7051 W. 171st St., IL

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