George Frederick Schafer Jr. Obituary
We announce the death of George Frederick Schafer Jr. (Baltimore, Maryland), who passed away on July 27, 2026. George will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of George Frederick Schafer Jr. to pay them a last tribute.
George will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew George will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. George’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Ruth Jean Powell; his sons, Joshua and Paul; his granddaughters, Kristina (Daniel Phillips) and Rebecca; and his former spouse Briar Cliff Manor of King's College.
Contributions to George's memory may be made to: The Gideons International, P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214-0800, Or Online at http://www.gideons.org. Send a Sympathy Card Send a Sympathy Gift Consider a donation, as requested by the family.
