Glenn Richard Schaefer's Obituary
Glenn Richard Schaefer, 81 years of Millstadt, Illinois passed away peacefully at his home on June 15, 2025. He was born on April 12, 1944, in Belleville, Illinois.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ambrose and Isabella (Speichinger) Schaefer and stepfather, Hugh Alexander, his nephew Bradley Schaefer, and Sister-in-Law, Margaret M. Walther. He leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Marianne (Walther) his son Michael H. (Betty) Schaefer of St. Louis, MO, a daughter, Laura W. Schaefer (Sean Childers) of Millstadt, his brothers, Kenneth E. Schaefer (Suzanne) Belleville, Ralph D. Schaefer (Kathleen) Millstadt, Ronald H. Schaefer (Elaine) Swansea, and Sister-in-Law, Katharina (Rick Weygandt) Bradenton, Florida. Grandchildren Calvin Schaefer (Stillwater, OK) and Naomi Schaefer (Kansas City, MO). Niece Debbie Shoup, Weatherford, Texas, niece and Goddaughter Katherine Clawges (Brad), O’Fallon, IL, Annie Wilson (Bradenton, FL), and nephews Alex Schaefer (O’Fallon, IL) and Matthew Schaefer, Millstadt, great niece, Charlotte Clawges as well as cousins, other step nieces, nephews and many friends.
Glenn earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Southern Illinois University and was a member of the Sigma Pi fraternity. He worked as a guidance counselor at Freeburg Community High School and Southwestern Illinois College until retirement. He served in the Army, National Guard, and Air Force reserves. He was a proud father to his children and grandchildren for their accomplishments and successes.
He was committed to serving his community as a trustee for the Millstadt Rural Fire District for over 30 years, served on the Millstadt Consolidated School Board of Education for many years. He was a charter member of the Millstadt Jaycees and was instrumental in establishing the Millstadt Historical Society in 1999 and served as President for 24 years. He was also a member of Millstadt Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corp in his youth. He was a major contributor in efforts to support a disabled veteran’s group.
Over the years, he enjoyed woodworking, hunting, cutting firewood, reading, and most of all golf.
In lieu of customary remembrances the family requests with gratitude that memorial donations be made to: the Millstadt Historical Society, 5 East Washington St. Millstadt, IL. 62260, the Sandra M. Bereitschaft Foundation, 120 S. Jefferson St. Millstadt, IL. 62260 or to the Friends of the Old Millstadt Water Tower, or one of the donor’s choices.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 25th, from 3:00 -7:00 p.m. at Leesman Funeral Home, Millstadt, IL a memorial service will follow at 7:00 p.m. with Fr. Clyde Grogan officiating.
A Celebration of Life is planned for a date to be determined.
For more information please access our website, www.leesmanfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements were handled by Leesman Funeral Home.
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