Tom (Thomas Edward) Schaefer, 76, of Rockport, passed away on April 11, in Danvers. He was born on Oct. 16, 1947, in Salem.
Tom was a man of many passions, always driven by pursuits that allowed him to form meaningful relationships with others. Throughout his life, he held various career roles, including civil engineer, carpet installer, yoga teacher and positional therapist.
He was a graduate of Lenox School and Tufts University. Tom found solace and community at the First Congregational Church of Rockport and Old North Church in Marblehead.
In his free time, Tom enjoyed walking, photography, hiking, singing and reading.
He is survived by his sons, Nicholas Schaefer and Robert Schaefer, as well as his sisters, Ellen Velline and Carol Judd. Tom was preceded in death by his mother, Louise Schaefer (Baldwin), and father, Hans Frederick Schaefer Jr.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF), Mass Audubon or Artists for Humanity Boston.
Arrangements: A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., on May 4, at the Old Sloop (First Congregational Church) in Rockport. There will be a gathering, in the fellowship hall of the church immediately after the service.
