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Richard SCHAEFER Obituary
78, passed away on May 11, 2021. He was born on December 31, 1942, in Dayton, OH, to the late Carl and Esther
Schaefer.
Richard was a successful entrepreneur and owner of Victory Express, Inc. Victory's success was due to his excellent leadership and numerous employees, many of which became good friends. Richard was recognized as Entrepreneur of the Year and was an avid sports fan, especially for the Wright State Raiders and UD Flyers basketball programs. He loved to travel, loved the outdoors, and was a leader and mentor to many.
Dick is survived by his wife of 39 years Darlene; daughters Cynthia (Paul) Hill, Donna (Chris) Ruff, Autumn (Andy) Ames; step-daughter Denise (Mohammed Abuanza) Diorio; son
Richard; grandchildren Michael (Bethany) Ruff, Christen
(Anthony) Whalen, Katie Ruff, Kaila Diorio and Alaina and Adeline Ames; great-grandson Rowan Whalen; siblings Carl, Kenneth and Mark Schaefer and he is also survived by many other loving family members and friends, especially Wayne Runion. A special thank you to his caretakers, especially Tracy, Mary, Selom, Rod and Brie.
He is preceded in death by his sister Kathleen Hoke and brother-in-law Clarence Hoke.
Services being held privately with the family. Arrangements entrusted with Baker Hazel Snider Funeral Home
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Dayton Foundation, (https://www.daytonfoundation.org/ccgift.html). Online condolences may be left for the family at
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Anthony Healy
August 14, 2024
So sad to hear of Richards passing may he rest in peace will be forever grateful to him and Donna for helping me live my dream by bringing me from Ireland in 1990 to drive for victory express Anthony Healy
David & Donna Rains
May 21, 2021
Our sincere condolences to the family.
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