Karl Schaefer passed away Friday March 1, 2013 at the age of 76. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Krystyna. He will be missed by his children Walter, Richard (Amy), Jameson (Erin) and grand children, Max, Katherine and Cassandra. A Memorial Service will be conducted at Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King St. W. Kitchener, ON N2G 1C7 on Saturday March 9, 2013 at 10 am. in the funeral home Chapel. Reception will follow at 139 Union Blvd. Kitchener. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Children’s Wish Foundation or the Children’s Aid Society. Visit Karl’s memorial and share condolences online at www.ratzbechtelfuneralhome.com