Obituary
Ernie Schaefer
Longtime CCR member Ernie Schaefer passed away August 11, 2025 after a femur fracture and challenging recovery.
Ernie was introduced to CCR by his dear /” deer” friend Dan Ferguson in the 70’ s. He purchased a cabin in 1984 and he and his wife Ingrid became permanent CCR residents for 30 years. Dan, Ernie, and sonin-law Brent had a standing tradition of hunting together during deer rifle season.
Ernie loved nature and all the glory of the Ranch – he considered it paradise. He was an avid hunter of deer, turkey, and even shot an elk with the help of good friend Gary Zechel and the CCR Elk Committee scouts. He also loved to fish on Virginia Lake. Besides Opening Day( 11 / 15), he truly looked forward to the annual Archery tournaments and had fond memories of shooting with friends and especially with his grandson, Jeffrey. He also enjoyed playing cards on Tuesdays and even returned to play for a few years after he and Ingrid moved to Traverse City.
He was a former CCR Board Member, Montmorency County Fair Treasurer, CCR Volunteer Fire Fighter and involved in many other groups, committees and activities. He is survived by his wife Ingrid, daughter Karen( Brent), and grandson Jeffrey, all CCR members.
Memorial donations in his honor may be directed to the CCR Archery Committee.
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