David F. Schaefer, 88, passed away at his residence on Thursday, August 4, 2022. He was born in Racine on September 6, 1933, the son of the late Walter and Grace (nee: Van Grinsven) Schaefer.

David served his country with the U.S. Army. He had retired from Danfoss Fluid Power Inc.

On June 01, 1957 he was united in marriage to Beverly Fiskum, who preceded him in death on January 8, 1999.

David was a former member of St. Lucy Catholic Church.

David enjoyed fishing, bowling, going to the movies, and outings with family and friends.  He especially liked to tell everyone about his day fishing.

Surviving is his daughter, Dawn (Tom) Hall of Racine; two granddaughters, Sara Hall-Paulausky and her husband Steve Paulausky, of Arlington, Texas, and Jena Hall of Racine: two great-grandchildren, Mason Hall, and Autumn Paulausky; three sisters, Nancy Padgett, Charlotte Weidner, and Bernice Moore.

His nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends,  also survive him.

In addition to his parents and wife, David was preceded in death by his son, Donald Schaefer; daughter, Sandy Schaefer; brothers, Walter Schaefer Jr., John Schaefer, and Daniel Schaefer; and sister, MaryAnn DeLuca.

A special thank you to Bill Rawley and Bill Johnson, his two best friends.

A golden heart stopped beating,

your tender hands at rest,

God took you home to prove to us

He only takes the BEST.

Service Details

His memorial service will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday, August 10 ^th at 5:30 p.m. Visitation will be in the funeral home that same day from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service.

Memorial Suggestions

In lieu of flowers you can make a donation to the VA Center of Milwaukee or the Heart Center of WI in his name.