Contributed by Jennifer Schafer
GLASS House Mountains locals and family members from across Queensland and Tasmania gathered on Saturday, March 15, to honour the late Eileen Florence Schafer. Eileen, a long-time resident, was known for her daily walks from 2009 until her recent passing, during which she collected and recycled rubbish from parks, creeks, and footpaths.
First recognised in 2011 with an Australia Day Community Award, Eileen has now been honoured again with a memorial plaque placed outside Glasshouse Tavern, where she often walked. Eileen, aged 80+, was also known for returning lost wallets and valuables. Eileen’s memorial and plaque placement was a lovely day of celebration attended by family, friends, and many other invited relatives.
