Gary Schaefer Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Gary Schaefer of Columbus, Nebraska, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 29, 2026 at the age of 82. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Fred Schaefer and Hazel Schaefer (Dredge); his in-laws, Frederick Schaefer (LaVern), Lyle Schaefer (Jean), Robert Schaefer (Mardella), Geraldine Schaefer and Joan Schaefer; and his nephews, Lyle Schaefer Jr., Dale Schaefer and Neil Schaefer.
He is survived by: his wife Marilyn Rupprecht; his children, Gary Schaefer Jr. (Deb) and Sandy Voss; his grandchildren, Shaelyn Voss (Dillon Gabriel), Dylan Voss (Skylar Hampton) and Leyton Voss (Alexandra Chavez); his great grandchildren, Elleani Voss, Barrett Friedrichsen and Baby Gabriel; his sisters-in-law, Loretta Sirdashney and Phyllis Wellensiek (Ken); his parents-in-law, Florence and Mark Rupprecht; his siblings-in-law, Rex, Carolyn Rupprecht and Robert Sirdashney; Delores Rupprecht.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, May 5th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the St. Anthony Church (562 17th Ave, Columbus, NE 68601). A Mass was held on Tuesday, May 5th 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the same location. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, May 5th 2026 at 11:30 AM at the same location.
