Leslie R. Schafer

LEWISTONLeslie R. "Sonny" Schafer, 88 of Lewiston died January 9, 2015 at Mayo Clinic - St. Mary's Campus in Rochester, MNLeslie was born November 17, 1926 to Otto and Elsie (Schmidt) Schafer. He graduated from Dover High School and was a life-long farmer in the Utica area. He and his brother-in-law, Clifford Smith would help each other with farm work for many years. Les enjoyed hunting and fishing; including going on many ice fishing trips with friends up to Lake Milacs. He also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles. In his younger years, Les was on many bowling leagues and took part in many tournaments. He was a good bowler who scored in the high 200s many times. Leslie is survived by his nephews, Clark (Carol) Smith, Dale (Sharon) Smith, and Stan (Vickie) Smith; nieces, Lonnie (Rick) Peterson and Renae (Brian Moore) Reed.He is preceded in death by his sister, Betty D. Smith and brother-in-law, Clifford SmithA memorial gathering for Leslie will take place 2-4 p.m., Saturday, January 17, 2015 at Hoff Funeral Home in Lewiston. Burial will take place at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery in Utica.