Schafer, Harold Ed 71, suddenly on Tuesday, September 14, 2010. Beloved husband of Loretta Schafer (nee Hellmuth), dear brother of Phyllis Battoe,. Dear uncle, brother-in law, greatuncle, cousin, nephew, friend and mentor to many. Ed was proud of his service in the Navy and graduated from SIU. His journalism career included positions at the Wall Street Journal, Sporting Goods Dealer, and 26 years at the Associated Press. After retirement, he wrote a column for Bi-State Golf. He was proud of the hole-in-one he made this summer and loved all his many golf buddies. His most important contribution was to help others in 12-step programs. He was filled with gratitude for the blessings he received and will be greatly missed. Services: Visitation Sun. 3-7 p.m. KRIEGSHAUSER WEST, 9450 Olive Blvd. Funeral service Monday, 9:30 a.m. Kriegshauser West Chapel. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. You may express your condolences at www.kriegshausermortuary.com