Bradley Victor Schafer

Bluest of eyes, softest of hearts, Bradley Schafer, aka Bradshaw, left this world not having to vote in another civil election, not having to wear another couples-themed Halloween costume, satisfied that The Eagles were one of the best bands of all time and that Planes, Trains, and Automobiles would always be mandatory Thanksgiving watching.

Brad was born in Magrath, Alberta and spent his childhood in Medicine Hat, Alberta. He graduated from the U of C in 1982 with a Commerce Degree and was proud to call Calgary his home ever since. He met his adoring wife, Glenda, during Stampede week, and together they embarked on over 33 Stampedes.

His thirst for knowledge began early; he read encyclopedias for fun and his ability to retain massive amounts of trivial information made it nearly impossible to play Trivial Pursuit with him.

He had a lifelong love affair with Heinz ketchup and nearly put his young bride into cardiac arrest when he squeezed ketchup onto a beautifully grilled ribeye steak. Brad was a lifetime member of the legendary Turbo Guzzlers hockey team. Although no longer an active shooter, Brad would assist in hosting  the  Guzzlers annual golf tournament and was proud to  have won  the green jacket.

His  love of  music was wide, from Bach to Credence. He laughed inappropriately whenever he could, political correctness was always fair game and  will go on record as having the worst sense of direction known to man.

Napkins across North America will be folded at half-mast this week at buffet restaurants across America, in appreciation of one of their favorite customers. 

His gentle soul, competitive spirit and razor-sharp wit will be missed.

A Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm at the Atco Park Commons Building 5302 Forand ST SW  Calgary, Alberta T3E 8B4. Please dress casually, Brad hated ties!

Access to the event entrance is through the South Entrance. 

Parking is always complimentary at ATCO Park and you have two options.

1 - There are surface parking spots on both the South and North side of the building. If you have parked on the North stalls, please follow the signage along the East side of the Commons to the entrance. 
2 - There are visitor spots in our underground parkade and are clearly marked. You will also have access to the additional reserved stalls on the first level of the parkade. The guest parkade entrance is clearly marked. Please use the call button on the access pad, this will connect you with security and let them know you are here for the Celebration of Life for Brad Schafer. The call button needs to be used as each guest enters the parkade. 

**Please click below to view or download parking maps.