Keith Schaeffer
March 2, 1941 - June 23, 2026
With a heavy heart that the family of Keith Wilmer Elson Schaeffer at 85 years old of Hagersville announces his passing on June 23, 2026 at Hamilton General hospital son of Wilmer -deceased and Helen -deceased Schaeffer.
Keith grew up on a farm in Fisherville, then he pursued a career in automotive mechanics for 27 years. Changed career path into a self employment business as a Donut Maker and ventured into truck driving all across North America before retiring as a car/engine enthusiast.
His passions were watching his grandchildren’s sporting activities, fishing and all things car related.
Dad leaves behind his wife with whom he shared 64 years of marriage to Kathleen Elizabeth Schaeffer. Lovingly remembered by his children Kevin Schaeffer (MarieBeth), Keitha Lindsay (Gerald-deceased/Twan Lemmens)
Cherished memories will be held in the hearts of his grandchildren MarieJo, Monica (Chris), Jerome Bantay, Alexandra (Spencer), Zohie Lindsay. Great grandson Christian Currithers.
Keith’s mother inlaw Hester-deceased (Gordon-deceased, James-deceased, Edward-deceased
Oldest brother to Ethel Parkin (Gary-deceased), Kathleen
Knaap (Art), Roy Schaeffer (Jane), Betty McIlwrick (Tom-deceased/Lou Youngblut), Walter Schaeffer (Mary), Raymond Schaeffer (Gwen), Fay Schaeffer (Nadine), Craig Schaeffer (Dawna), Clayton Schaeffer (Judy) and Trudy Schaeffer. Brother in-law to Christine Austin - deceased (Bob-deceased), Sue Basile (Tony), Kelli Schaffer (Bill Schaffer-deceased,Lee Heil-deceased), Carl Wolters. Survived by many many nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will take place at Balmoral Cemetery , will be announced at a later date.