Elbert Lawrence Schafer, 83, of Carlisle, peacefully passed away on March 2, 2019.
He was born June 16, 1935 to Ben and Lois Jackson Schafer of Carlisle. He is survived by his wife, Nell S. Schafer married 53 years; son, John Schafer of Sherwood; his daughters, Tammy Snider of Hot Springs, Brenda (Roger) McCallie, Kathy (Ronnie) Byrd of Carlisle; six grandchildren, Jessica McCallie, Lana (Tanner) Ball, Dylan, Emily, and Gracien Byrd and Colton Adams. Siblings; Melvin (Judy) Schafer and Thelma Munnerlyn. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Edward Schafer and Albert Schafer and great granddaughter, Sunni Leigh Ball.
Elbert was born and raised in Carlisle and graduated from Carlisle High School. Elbert then enrolled in the military serving in the United States Army. After which, he chose to follow in family and farming became his profession. He deeply loved his family and was adored by the ones that called him husband, daddy, father-in-law, and papaw. He was an active member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. He will forever be remembered for his quick wit, compassion, and love for his family. Visitation will be held from 6 to 7 P.M., Monday, March 4, 2019 at St. Rose Catholic Church in Carlisle followed by a prayer service at 7 p.m. in the church. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., at St. Rose Catholic Church in Carlisle.
The family asks in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Arkansas Alzheimer’s Association, 201 Markham Center Drive, Little Rock, Ar. 72205.
I am sorry about your loss. Praying for God’s peace and comfort to your family in The day’s ahead .
He was a great man-intelligent ,funny, and a pleasure to be around. We will all miss him greatly. Deepest condolences to family and friends.
So sorry to hear of the death of Elbert. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family