Dolores "Lori" Elaine Schaefer, 72, of Euclid, Ohio passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born August 25, 1953, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late George and Clara Zimmerman. Lori most enjoyed spending time with family and friends and also loved all holidays, sunsets, wildlife, especially birds and deer. She also loved reading, music, Lifetime movies, cooking, baking and playing cards.

She is survived by her children, Gregory Schaefer, David Schaefer, Lisa (Roy) Litton and Tammy (Joseph) Drake; grandson, David Anthony Schaefer, Jr., and by her siblings George & Nancy.
Lori was also a loving aunt and great-aunt to many, including, Tim (Rose), Carl (Jennifer) and Angelo (Jackie). Lori was preceded in death by her parents and 7 other siblings.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, Sept. 18th, 2025, from 4:30pm-7:30pm, with a closing Funeral Service to begin at 7:30pm, all at Lake Erie Cremation and Funeral Services, 29801 Lakeland Blvd., Wickliffe, Ohio 44092.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Avenue, 7th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851 or online at www.give.themmrf.org

The Schaefer family wishes to extend a special "Thank You" to the many family members and lifelong friends that offered years of support and compassion throughout mom's journey.

Lake Erie Cremation & Funeral Services of Wickliffe, Ohio assisted the family with arrangements. 440-361-2273. www.LakeErieCrematory.com