Robert J. Schaefer Sr. Obituary
We are sad to announce that on July 9, 2025, at the age of 97, Robert J. Schaefer Sr. (Williamsville, New York) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Robert departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Robert may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Robert leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his wife Phyllis Faller Schaefer; and his brother Arthur Schaefer (late Betty). He is survived by: his children, Susan S. Theeman (Frank), Robert J. Jr. (Ann), Molly S. McKeon (James), Terrance J. (Lynnette), Mary Schaefer, Smith and David J. Schaefer (Kathleen). He is also survived by 20 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 20th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Roberts Funeral Home (1671 Maple Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, July 21st 2025 at 9:30 AM at the Christ the King RC Church (30 Lamarck Dr, Amherst, NY 14226).
Flowers gratefully declined, memorials in Bob's name may be made to St. Joseph Collegiate Inst. 845 Kenmore Ave., Buffalo, NY 14223 or Hospice Buffalo, Inc., 225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY 14227.