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Charles Schiller Obituary

SALEM, Wis. – Charles "Chuck" A. Schiller, 40, of Salem and formerly of Harvard, died Saturday, May 21, 2011, at his home.

He was born Nov. 8, 1970, in Waukegan.

He attended Marian Central Catholic High School in Woodstock and was employed by a manufacturing company near Union Grove, Wis. He was an entrepreneur and worked with his hands in construction for many years to support his family. He enjoyed the outdoors and loved doing projects with his children.

He was the loving father of four children, Jake, Jasmyn, Jamison and Jade. Other survivors include his wife, Stephanie Billon-Schiller; his sisters, Tina Gruska of Texas and Terri Schiller of Elgin; a brother, Mike Schiller of Elgin; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his dad, Jack Schiller.

The memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 31, St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 15012 St. Patrick Road, Hartland.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for the Schiller Children's Education Fund.

For information, call Saunders & McFarlin Funeral Home in Harvard at 815-943-5400.

Sign the online guest book at saundersmcfarlin.net.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Northwest Herald from May 25 to May 29, 2011.

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Tina Schiller-Gruszka

June 5, 2011

Chuck, I couldn't ask for a better brother and friend than you. I miss u so much and wish that you did not have to leave us so soon. You were a wonderful father and brother, your sense of humor and laughs will be soarly missed. I promise to take care of Charlie , you raised a very sweet dog. My heart aches and miss u soo much, I wish you were still here Chuck
!!!!!! God has bigger plans for such a handy man. Miss you and love you always my dear brother. REST IN PEACE !! LOVE YOU XOXOXOXOXO

Terri Schiller

May 31, 2011

Chuck- I miss u Bro, It will be hard to live life w/o u!!! U r gone way to soon, Wish we could have had one more pillow fight!! You are a GREAT Father nd a GREAT Brother. "If tears could build a stairway,memories a lane, I'd walk up to heaven and bring u home again!!!" In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. xoxoxoxo

Tracy Nielsen-Schatteman

May 30, 2011

I grew up with Chuck and have many fond memories of him. He was daring and mischievous with a great sense of humor and a spirit of adventure. As a kid, Chuck tried to portray a tough exterior. But underneath it all, Chuck had a heart of gold and was a loyal friend. I'm so very glad to have known Chuck.

David Dirkx

May 29, 2011

Chuck was an awsome friend and a great father. He will be missed much by those who knew him. When someone so full of life has it end so abruptly you gotta ask the question "WHY!" Well, we don't know why and probably never will but i hope there is a really good reason for it. I think God just needed a good worker for some repairs in heaven. Thats my theory and I am sticking to it. His Legacy will live on through his wonderful children. Love you and miss you brother!

The Staff of Saunders & McFarlin Funeral Home

May 28, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Wendy Nielsen

May 27, 2011

Chuck and his brother and sisters were my neighbors growing up in Harvard. I used to baby sit them on occasion and my sister and I and all the Schiller kids would play together. I'm so sorry for his loss. My deepest sympathy to his family and his siblings. May God grant eternal rest to him and may His light shine in his children's eyes.

Aunt Kathi Personius

May 27, 2011

We will sure miss you Chuck; your natural warmth, sense of humor and ready smile. I always knew I'd get a big hug when you were around. Sometimes it's hard to figure out why things happen, but we have to have faith this is all part of God's plan. I love you and will miss you.

Tamra

May 26, 2011

Although I did not know you personally, you were described as a good person and a loving, wonderful father. My condolences to your family, friends and all those whose lives you touched during this difficult time. May God comfort and strengthen you all each day.

Susie Dirkx

May 26, 2011

We will miss our wonderful Chuck, your life was cut short, we don't know why, but we have to trust that it's in God's plan. We will miss your smile, your bear hugs, your determination, and grit, your sense of humor and your positive outlook. We will help take care of your precious kids. All our love and prayers, Mom and Dad

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