Charles H. Schafer, formerly of Plymouth, 90, passed away at 12:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 23, 2015, at the Signature Healthcare, in Bremen.

Charles was born Oct. 14, 1924, in Oak Park, Ill., to Earl W. and Annette M. (Fisher) Schafer. Charles married the former Sarah ‘Sally’ Buswell in January of 1948, in Jeffersonville.

He was a self-employed boilmaker, making and fixing boilers by trade. He belonged to the Heston Train Museum in LaPorte. Charles was a huge Civil War Buff, enjoying many Civil War re-enactments in places like Friendship. Charles was the co-owner, with Bob Listenberger, of a hot air balloon, they named “October”. Charles proudly served his country in the United States Army, during WWII.

Charles is survived by his son: Robert (Valerie) Schafer, Plymouth; his grandchildren: Eleesha J. Schafer; Lee R. (Jenna) Schafer; Sarah A. Schafer; and Sam C. (Echo) Schafer; and nine great-grandchildren.

Charles was preceded in passing by his parents: Earl W and Annette M. (Fisher) Schafer; his wife: Sarah B. ‘Sally’ Schafer; and their two sons: Charles H. ‘Chuck’ Schafer; and Earl W. ‘Bud’ Schafer.

Visitation will be held from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, at Van Gilder Funeral Home, 300 West Madison St., Plymouth. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, at the funeral home with Chaplain Alex officiating. Burial will be at Culver Masonic Cemetery.