John Nels Schaefer Obituary
The passing of John Nels Schaefer of Lebanon Junction, Kentucky occurred on August 20, 2026. John Nels, born on August 6, 1982, shared life with family, friends, and community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Nels Schaefer to show support.
John Nels touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While John Nels’s presence will be missed, the influence he had on others will remain. Those who knew him will carry forward memories that reflect his character and spirit.
He was predeceased by: his brother Jesse Evan Schaefer. He is survived by: his parents, Michael Schaefer (Evelyn Lambert) and Sandra Schaefer; his son John Paul VanFleet Schaefer; his uncles, Troy Lambert (Kris Landherr) and Thomas Schaefer (Debra Wright); his aunt Carolyn Kopp; and his niece Jazmyn Schaefer.
