William Gordon Schaefer, 87, of 66 Sanibel Lane, Chambersburg, PA, died at 7:40 a.m. on August 12, 2022, at Magnolias of Chambersburg. He was the son John Gordon and Helen L. Schaefer of Williamsport, PA.
Bill served in the US Navy from 1954-1957. He was employed for 20 years in the Field Medical Material Development division US Army Biomedical Research Lab at Fort Detrick, Frederick MD. Bill was known for his excellent workmanship as a home and furniture builder.
He and his wife, Nancy, would have celebrated their 33 wedding anniversary in October. He was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Chambersburg. He has a daughter, Julia Dorsey, and was preceded in death by his son William Gordon Schaefer, II. He also has two grandsons, Greg and Brandon Schaefer.
A memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of his family. Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home, Ltd., Chambersburg has been entrusted with these services. Online condolences may be expressed at www.kelsocorneliusfh.com.