Michael J. Schaefer, 67, of French Village, Missouri passed away peacefully on Friday, October 23, 2026 at his residence.
He was born February 4, 1959 in Phoenix, AZ to Orville and Laverne (Steffens) Schaefer. He and Andrea Swofford were married on September 09, 2011 in the mountains of Ouray, CO.
Mike graduated from the University of Missouri, Rolla with a BS in Mechanical Engineering in 1982. He was a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity and stayed in close touch with his fraternity brothers for over 49 years. He was a Licensed Professional Engineer and was the co-owner of Schaefer Water Centers with his sister, Carol Winter, for over 30 years.
Mike was also a member of the Water Quality Association, holding many leadership roles. He served on the Goose Creek Board of Trustees for many years and was active in the Powderhorn Community Association in Colorado.
Mike lived a life of service, helping others with mechanical or water quality issues and offering support any way he could. He was a man of integrity, generosity, honesty, and humility who had a perpetual smile and a calming presence for those who knew him.
He also enjoyed spending his spare time motorcycling, jeep/camping, hiking, skiing, and was always up for a new adventure with this many friends and loving family. Mike was dedicated to wildlife habitat conservation projects, stewarding land preservation in both Missouri and Colorado.
Survivors include his wife, Andi, his mother, Laverne, two daughters, Olivia (Dave) Jordan, Alisha (John) Schuhardt; Four siblings, Steve (Nancy) Schaefer, Tom (JoAnn) Schaefer, Carol (Lynn) Winter, Robert Schaefer; six grandchildren, Jaylen Reid, Brandon King, Brenah King, Airianna Schuhardt, Xavier Schuhardt, Jaxson Jordan; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Orville; his sister, Dawn Routon, and his granddaughter, Mia Swofford.
Visitation will be from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville, MO followed by a brief service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to benefit: American Lung Association; American Red Cross; Regional Family Crisis Center in Perryville
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com. Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
