The passing of Willie Schaefer of Effingham, Illinois, born in Granite City, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 17, 2024 at the age of 52. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Willie Schaefer to show support.

He was predeceased by : his cousin Gerald L. Purcell. He is survived by : his parents, William Gerald and Suzanne Lee Schaefer (Finn) of Las Vegas, NV; his girlfriend Gina Marie Hoyle of Vandalia, IL; his children, Nathan Lee Schaefer, Micaela Jade Schaefer of Effingham, IL, Zoe Mae Schaefer of Effingham, IL and Sabashtin Alan Wade Thompson of Effingham, IL; and his siblings, Kerry Ray Schaefer of Mitchell, IL, William Thomas "Bub" Schaefer of Bethalto, IL, Gregory Eugene Schaefer (Gisela) of Las Vegas, NV, Joan Marie Jones of Las Vegas, NV and Victoria Lynn Wimbish of Pontoon Beach, IL. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and countless friends.

A celebration of life was held on Sunday, April 21st 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Orchard INN Tavern (800 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401).

In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorials may be made to an organization of the donor's choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hohlt & File Funeral Home Ltd