William "Bill" Francis Schaefer

December 8, 1958 - June 10, 2025 (66 years old)

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William "Bill" Francis Schaefer

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December 8, 1958 - June 10, 2025 (66 years old)

Indianapolis, Indiana

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“Bill was a dear friend, a great co- worker & adviser. He will be deeply missed . ”

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William Francis Schaefer Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-06-21T13:30:00
End: 2025-06-21T15:30:00
Location: Our Lady of Peace Cemetery

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of William Francis Schaefer (Indianapolis, Indiana), born in Beech Grove, Indiana, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 10, 2025 at the age of 66. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may William find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William E. Schaefer and Frances Hite-Jones Schaefer; his brothers, Raymond, Michael and Stephen Schaefer; and his niece Allison Baker.

He is survived by: his wife Helen Schaefer; and his sister Becky Schaefer.

Memorials in Bill's name may be made to Indy Humane at https://indyhumane.org.

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June 18, 2025

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June 18, 2025

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“Rest in peace Bill. We have worked with Drexel for 50 years and you were a big part of that . Thank you so much.”

June 16, 2025

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“Bill was a dear friend, a great co- worker & adviser. He will be deeply missed .”

June 16, 2025

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June 16, 2025

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June 16, 2025

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“In loving memory of William Francis Schaefer, Bill was absolutely one of a kind. He was such a loyal, hardworking and caring friend and co-worker. We were so lucky and honored to have him in our lives. Drexel will never be the same without him. He will be truly missed!”

June 14, 2025

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June 14, 2025

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June 14, 2025

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“Bill was a special guy. He always went out of his way to help people. My deepest sympathies. I'm going to miss you.”

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June 21

Visitation

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery
9001 Haverstick Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46240

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June 21

Mass of Christian Burial

Our Lady of Peace Cemetery
9001 Haverstick Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46240

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