Harry A. Schaefer, 81, of Du Quoin, passed away at 10:58 A.M., Friday, May 23, 2025 at his residence.
Harry had worked as a parts driver for Bill Jacobs Chevrolet.  He had also worked at Ceco Steel.
He was born June 3, 1943 in Chicago, IL, the son of Charles D. and Mildred (Lutz) Schaefer.
He is survived by two sons - Jason Schaefer and wife Chris of Du Quoin and William Schaefer and wife Anne of Bardstown, KY, grandchildren - Ashlee Hester and husband Blake of Du Quoin, Seth Barnes of Marion, IL, Elizabeth Schaefer of Bardstown, KY, Patty Schaefer of Bardstown, KY, Niki Clark and husband Briar of Du Quoin, Noah Barnes and wife Amberley of Du Quoin, and William Schaefer, Jr. of Bardstown, KY, siblings - Charles Schaefer, Jr., Daniel Schaefer, Stephen Schaefer and wife Cheryl, Carol Burghardt, and Nancy Forsee and six great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters - Barbara Moon and Eileen Verner and one brother - Richard Schaefer.
Per Harry's request, cremation rites will be accorded.
Interment will take place in the Elmhurst Cemetery in Joliet, IL on May 30, 2025.
Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.