Evelyn M Schafer, 87, of Defiance, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at the Laurels of Defiance.

She was born on February 28, 1927 to Leroy and Alma (Silvers) Clark in McClure, Ohio. In 1950 she married Ronald E. Schafer, who proceeded  her in death in 2005. Evelyn was an Auxiliary member of VFW Post #3360. She worked as a maid at the Defiance Inn since 1976.

Evelyn is survived by her son, William (Carla) Schafer of Manor, GA, brother, Delbert Clark of California, sisters, 4 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leroy and Alma Clark, husband, Ronald Schafer, brothers, Robert Clark, Albert Clark & Darwin Clark, and sisters, Emma Thomas, Dorothy Burditt, and Thelma Grosjean.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 am on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at Schaffer Funeral Home, Defiance, where Funeral Services will follow at 11:00 am with Rev. Kenny Marr officiating.  Burial will take place at Riverview Memory Gardens.

Memorials are suggested to a charity of the donor's choice.