David Schaeffer died in the mid 80's, I think, also of a heart attack (like Sonny Benson), really a surprise. David and I played slow pitch softball in St. Louis all the time (too much for adults). He married a girl from Ohio whom he met at Stephens College while attending Mo. U. and had a daughter. I left St. Louis area in '74 to move to San Francisco area so my dates are approximate. (submitted by Alan Cupples)

I had my first encounter with David Schaffer in kindergarten. The first day of school Mrs. Long had us line up. I was one of the shortest ones so I had to sit in front on the floor. David( being taller) got to sit on a chair behind me . I had my hand on the floor behind me. David put his chair on my hand and sat down on it. I can't say for sure if he did it on purpose or not but of course I started crying and never wanted to go back to school again. It was a very traumatic 1st day of Kindergarten . We later made up and were friends ever since. I was very shocked when upon hearing of David's death. I liked him a lot and finally forgave him for practically breaking my hand. (Submitted by Sondra Bierman Baron)

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