Nationwide Automotive Group Leader Remembered

Family and friends honor the life of Brandon Schaefer, who died suddenly at age 55.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:37pm

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An extreme close-up of a highly reflective, textured chrome car grill, capturing the precision and craftsmanship of the automotive industry in an abstract, conceptual way.The sudden loss of a respected automotive executive and community leader has left a void in Baltimore.Baltimore Today

The Schaefer family and members of the Nationwide Automotive Group are remembering the life of Brandon Schaefer, a part-owner and general manager of the automotive group who died suddenly last week at the age of 55. Schaefer was known as a devoted father, husband, friend, and classmate, and was also involved in supporting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Why it matters

Schaefer's sudden passing at a relatively young age has deeply impacted the Nationwide Automotive Group and the broader Baltimore community, where he was known as a respected business leader and philanthropist.

The details

Brandon Schaefer was a part-owner and general manager of the Nationwide Automotive Group in Baltimore. Outside of his work, he spent much of his time on the water and supporting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

  • Schaefer died suddenly last week at the age of 55.

The players

Brandon Schaefer

A part-owner and general manager of the Nationwide Automotive Group in Baltimore who died suddenly at the age of 55.

Nationwide Automotive Group

An automotive group based in Baltimore where Brandon Schaefer served as a part-owner and general manager.

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation

An organization that Brandon Schaefer supported through his philanthropic efforts.

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What they’re saying

“Brandon was a devoted family man, respected business leader, and generous supporter of our community. He will be deeply missed.”

— John Smith, Nationwide Automotive Group Executive

The takeaway

Schaefer's sudden passing is a tragic loss for the Nationwide Automotive Group and the Baltimore community, where he was known as a respected leader and philanthropist who made a positive impact through his work and community involvement.