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Red Schoendienst
1923 - 2018
Red Schoendienst
1923 - 2018
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BORN
1923
DIED
2018
Red Schoendienst Obituary
An excellent defensive second baseman, Schoendienst played 11 seasons with the St. Louis Cardinals beginning in 1945, and he contributed to the team’s World Series win in 1946. After a short stint with the New York Giants, Schoendienst was traded to the Milwaukee Braves in 1957, earning 200 hits as he helped the Braves to a World Series win.
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In 1961, Schoendienst returned to St. Louis to finish his playing career – during which he hit .300 or higher seven times and amassed an overall .983 fielding percentage, playing on 10 All-Star teams – and immediately began coaching with the Cardinals. In 1965, he was named the Cardinals manager, leading the team to a World Series win in 1967 and continuing in that role through 1976. After two years with the Oakland A’s, he returned to the Cardinals, where he served in various coaching roles for the next several decades.
Schoendienst was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1989, and the Cardinals retired his number in 1996. 2015 marked his 70th season wearing a major league uniform as either a player, coach, or manager.
Schoendienst, who was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Eileen (O'Reilly), is survived by his children Colleen, Cathleen, Eileen, and Kevin.
We invite you to share condolences for Red Schoendienst in our Guest Book.
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Roger McDaniel
June 16, 2019
My uncle, Robert ("Bob") Finley from Chillicothe, IL was a good friend of Red's, so he told me when I was young. Uncle "Bob" owned a tavern and told me the story that "Red" either played on or coached the baseball team his tavern sponsored.
I have a picture of Red with my uncle which is quite old that I would be glad to share with you. There are 3 other men in this picture, but I cannot identify the names my uncle noted on the picture except for Gus Mancuso. (The other abbreviated names noted appear to be Ba Canita and Joe Gury).
My Uncle Bob is a hero to me; he served in WW II in Patton's tank division chasing the Desert Fox in Africa. I wish I had caught up with Red to talk to him about Uncle Bob.
Roger McDaniel
JW
October 7, 2018
I offer the family my sincere sympathy for the loss of your dear love one. I hope you can be comforted by the Creator of all things that can grant you peace.
Cindy Edwards
August 18, 2018
May your memories give you peace and comfort.
David Niederkorn
July 20, 2018
Loved watching you and Stan the Man at Sportsman Park in the 50's
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Richard Herrick
July 15, 2018
R.I.P.
Baseball fan
Linda Smith
July 4, 2018
Even though I'm not old enough to have seen you play everything that I've heard the stories seen the pictures and all that you're a great person you are a legend rest in peace you're with your wife again
herman gonzales
June 16, 2018
thank, you, red for being from germantown,illinois
Charles Jones
June 16, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Virginia Chambers
June 15, 2018
Thank you Red Schoendienst for your contribution to Saint Louis and our beloved Cardinals. May you enjoy your well deserved rewards in Heaven and may peace reign over your family <3 <3 <3
Virginia Chambers
June 15, 2018
Thank you Red Schoendienst for your contribution to Saint Louis and our beloved Cardinals. May you enjoy your well deserved rewards in Heaven and may peace reign over your family <3 <3 <3
Grandpa " Whitey" Wilcox , then grandparents,loved baseball on the radio .
deanna stevens
June 15, 2018
Rest In Peace Red , radio and baseball will never be the same ! Prayers
Lois & Steve Fehrenbacher
June 15, 2018
A life well lived is now rewarded. We didn't lose him. We gained so much by having him. If anyone receives a standing ovation as they enter The Pearly Gates, Red would be one of them.
Debbie Cornejo
June 14, 2018
Our deepest condolences to Reds family. He has been a part of all Cards fans families for many years. I think of Red as the silent Cardinal.Not normally in the spotlight but always there to guide,encourage and thrill fans and teammates.Thanks for showing all what sportsmanship is truly about. Debbie Cornejo and family
C Melter
June 13, 2018
The last hero we have from the truly great generation of Cardinals,not discounting our heroes from the 60's and later. A person who is admired and revered by those of more recent generations due to the obvious demonstration of his great character. As a Cardinal fan of 7 decades, the loss of Red and Stan has taken a significant portion of my heart that cannot be replaced. My solace comes in my memories. I cannot realize what I would have sacrificed to meet Red. You are missed dearly.
A Caring Fan
June 12, 2018
My heartfelt condolences and prayers for the family of Red. May God grant solace during this most challenging time.
June 12, 2018
Condolences to family from a friend Pepin Dist Tampa Fl
Dan Milligan
June 12, 2018
Now Stan red jack Harry joe garagiola Enos Kenny curt Marty yogi terry Moore
Together again
I still am a Cardinal fan!
Paul Ebeling
June 12, 2018
RIP "Red" I met him with my dad at Sportsman's Park when I was a boy. Paul Ebeling
Christian
June 11, 2018
My deepest condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort prove to be your stronghold during this difficult time.
Psalm 18:2
Patty Williamson
June 11, 2018
Bless you, Red, for the many years of pleasure you gave Cardinals fans and for being a shining example of a gentleman. I grew up listening to the Cardinals on the radio with my grandfather. How thrilled he would have been if he'd lived long enough to see games on TV.
Myron Jones
June 11, 2018
With Deepest Sympathy!!!
Jennifer Baribault
June 11, 2018
Rest in Peace...
Diana Wood
June 10, 2018
As a teenager I was asked to help answer fan mail for Red. I was so excited. I lived down the street and Stan was just a few houses from Red. We all went to the same church. We will miss you Red!!!
ray lynch
June 10, 2018
Dear Kevin ,Colleen and the rest of the family. I am so sorry for your loss. after meeting your dad and talking to him ( through my work at the Maplewood license office and at cardinals games , he was always great and will be missed not just by me but by all cardinal fans around the world . my prayers are with you at this time .
Jim Headrick
June 10, 2018
I remember long ago they used to have milking contests at County Stadium in Milwaukee when the Cards and Braves played. RED always milked the cows,STAN THE MAN also and maybe KENNY BOYER too. AARON< SPAHN< LOU BURDETTE< and probably EDDIE MATHEWS also.A fine man is gone, RED was salt of the earth. RIP, Sir
Kathie Hutcherson
June 9, 2018
Kevin, so sorry to hear about your dad. It is a very sad day for all of us. Love to you, Kathie & Bud Hutcherson
Nicholas Ambrose
June 9, 2018
Dad went to Grade School with Red;'s wife at St. Margarets. She was 'one of the gang', Dad says. WIth his memory slipping, he still remembers her and Red. When they started dating, 'the gang' had to approve of it. When they married, ;the gang' was there. Dad always liked Red as he became a member of 'gang'. That was in the 30s and 40s. God Bless Red and his family. Dad has kept in touch with him all these years and his heart is breaking, for another member of 'the gang' is gone.
Debbie Decker
June 9, 2018
God Bless Red.
Prayers for the family, know that Red was loved by many and will always be in the hearts and minds of Cardinal Nation. Thank you for sharing him with all of us for all those years.
Gary & Vivian Gansmann
June 9, 2018
Red, God bless you and keep you. You are and will be missed.
David Alexander
June 9, 2018
Red you will always be in our hearts and memory. You played the game because you loved it not for fame and future, just like Stan you were one of kind.
Donald Tietjens
June 9, 2018
Thanks for the memories.
Ken Hall, Sr.
June 9, 2018
I went to a Cards-Cubs game with my Dad in StL as a 9-year-old. Cardinals Red (2b), Marty Marion (ss), Stan the man Musial (lf) & Enos "Country" Slaughter (rf) are my memories from that game, along with cubs Ernie Banks (ss), & Willie the whip Serena (3b). WONDERFUL experience! Red was a GREAT, dependable 2nd baseman. I'll never forget it. RIP, Red.
Lloyd
June 9, 2018
As a lover of the game, I send my deepest condolences to the Schoendienst Family. May this message bring a measure of comfort to the Family in your time of grief. May the God of all comfort, bring you comfort in your time of need. 1 Cor. 1:3,4
June 9, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Camera Day, 1986
June 9, 2018
Camera Day, 1984
June 9, 2018
Bob Sanders
June 9, 2018
Red was a big part of St Louis the Cardinals and just a great man and loving father to the family he will be missed
keith bradshaw
June 9, 2018
Thanks for all the smiles that you put on the people of baseball. this is my way of saying thanks RED we all love you!
Kathy
June 9, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. Red was a wonderful person. He will be missed.
June 9, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family at this very difficult time
Rev. Jerry Joyce
June 9, 2018
Hi Folks, my name is Rev. Jerry Joyce. You may know me as the paramedic from New Baden who was friends with Nick Beer and worked the field medical crew in the 82 world series.
The last time I saw Red was when he was with Nick in Breese. Just before Nick died.
Nick had forgotten that Red and I already knew each other. Red and I tried so hard not to laugh as he introduced us. Nick looked at us and said, "What the hell is so funny?!" Red told him we already knew each other. Nick face just dropped. Nick said, "oh yea I forgot." Red look at him and asked, "does this count as an I gotcha?" Nick called us by part of our anatomy. I couldn't understand! (Yeah right)
Red was a man that made everyone feel that they were important.
Over the years I've met several of your aunt's and uncles. They are a wonderful family. His children were his pride and joy.
What I'm trying to say(very badly) he was a great man. Not because of baseball. Because of him as a humanbeing. I in no way am down playing his baseball career. Because it was a great career.
Much love and Blessings headed your way.
May he Rest in the Arms of the God who Created him.
A loving friend,
Jerry
Rev. Jerry Joyce
David Jones
June 8, 2018
Farewell, To our longest running Hall of Famer . Never Forget Red
Fred Council
June 8, 2018
RIP Red. Thanks for the memories.
BRUCE SCHNELLE
June 8, 2018
Gone,but not forgotten. Red will live on forever!
Lance Kiley
June 8, 2018
I grew up in Rhode Island so I was a Red Sox Fan but my first big fat glove was a "Red Schoendienst "glove. Couldn't play without it. I always heard he was a classy guy ! God Bless!
Debbie & Barry Crustals
June 8, 2018
Red will be missed throughout Cardinal Nation. One of the greatest!
Deepest sympathy to the family of Red
Wayne Williams
June 8, 2018
Forever remembered
Verlin Richardson
June 8, 2018
Thanks Red, for all the memories of 67 and 68. Although every day is a great day to be a Cards fan, those days were special to a young teen! And always, you represented Cardinals Nation so well, as a true gentleman. Thanks again, and R.I.P. good Sir!
Gary Street
June 8, 2018
Prayers for family
Jerry Lawless
June 8, 2018
Met him in Cooperstown. He was very nice to my daughter and took time for a photo. RIP
Mike Arnold
June 8, 2018
One of the greatest baseball advocates ever. The game will not be quite the same without you Red. You will be sorely missed.
Carol Woodruff
June 8, 2018
My condolences from an old St. Louis Hills friend and class mate.
Craig McKnight
June 8, 2018
Red I have a pair of ducks you shot out at club in st. Charles. You gave them to my uncle who gave them to my dad who had them mounted at Schwarz studios in st. Louis. My dad have them to for my high school graduation president almost 35 years . I got to talk to you on several occasions. You were a kind and good hearted man. You always took time to talk even when I would run into you at Bass Pro buying shotgun shells cause you were heading out to the blind. We will miss Red....you were a class act
Patricia Stanley
June 8, 2018
A credit to baseball and all St Louis. A Cardinal forever! I daw him play at Sportsmans Park in the 1940's. A favorite since then. Rest in peace, Red!
Frank Coppenbarger
June 8, 2018
Honored to say that I spent 8 seasons with Red in the Cardinals clubhouse (1981-88). I was Assistant Equipment Manager for the team in those years. What a wonderful human person. I never saw him in a bad mood. RIP # 2
robert schweitzer
June 8, 2018
my heart has sunk, Red was one of the greats
ALTON GARDNER
June 8, 2018
"Rest in peace Red" Thanks for the fishing trips togather will miss you.
"KENTUCKY" AL GARDNER
J H
June 8, 2018
Rest In Peace, Red - an all-time Cardinal great, from a one-time St. Louis Hills kid.
Bill Cooke
June 8, 2018
Thanks for all the memories. R.I.P.
William Collier
June 8, 2018
Rest In Peace Red! Cardinal Nation will miss you!
Geri Brand Jaeger
June 8, 2018
I am so very sorry for your loss. Red was a good friend of my dads Al (Brandy) Brand. They grew up together in Germantown and remained friends. They liked to duck hunt at our club. I have a photo I want to give you. Your mom and dad came to my wedding. I felt honored by that. They were such wonderful friends of my parents. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ernest Shelby
June 8, 2018
My deepest and heartfelt compassion for all the pain you are experiencing. Words at this time may not be sufficient, so I give you my warm and tender consolation.
Linda Haudrich
June 8, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Cardinal Nation will never be the same without you, but you will be remembered always Mr. Cardinal.
Kathy Rakey
June 8, 2018
Rest In Peace!!! Thanks for the Memories!!!!
Billiejo Byrd
June 8, 2018
R.I.P Mr. Baseball. You will be missed. My thoughts to your family.
LINDA GURNEY
June 8, 2018
I am so very sorry to hear of Red's passing. Cardinal baseball just won't be the same. He will always be remembered with great admiration by his fans! Here is a photo from Red and Mary's 50th wedding anniversary with my late husband, Ed Gurney. Ed took photos for this event, and it was one of the best days of his life!
Jim Schneiderhahn
June 8, 2018
All is good RED! You are happier than ever!
Paul Zemlyn
June 8, 2018
May god take of a great person and a true Cardinal Fan .
PETER CULLEN
June 8, 2018
Red Schoendienst was a fine baseball player worthy of the Baseball Hall of Fame and great guy on a personal level, the world is a poorer place without him! God Bless and R.I.P.
Danny Wiman
June 8, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
B. T.
June 8, 2018
RIP, Red. You are very missed
Amy DeWoody
June 8, 2018
You will be missed
Jeoffrey long
June 8, 2018
Thanks for you kindness and coaching and encouragement..it meant so much!!!! A 1963, 64 Cardinal
Betty Burris
June 8, 2018
With respect and admiration, I offer condolences to the family.
Mike Jimenez
June 8, 2018
I mourn the loss of Mr. Schoendienst (as I always addressed him at Busch Stadium) along with the rest of Cardinal Nation. I remember that first fist bump he gave me working the Luxury Suites--I was so excited that I posted on Facebook! He always greeted us Ushers, either with a fist bump, handshake or a hug when visiting. I offer my deepest condolences to the Schoendienst Family. May you rest in Peace, Mr. Schoendienst. You will truly be missed.
Gary wolfinbarger
June 8, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
C. David Chittenden
June 8, 2018
When I think of the Cardinals, you and the 1946 team always come to mind. Thanks for wonderful memories Red.
Connie McCarroll
June 8, 2018
I am saddened to hear of Red's death. He was a hero of my childhood even though I was a Reds fan. My first baseball glove was a Red Schoendienst oufield glove.!! And boy was I proud of it and I am a girl. (1956)
Connie McCarroll
Lydia and George
June 8, 2018
To Colleen and family, deepest condolences and sympathy to you over the loss of wonderful RED. Just contemplate the thousands of lives he touched in positive fashion over the course of his long productive life of caring and sharing. What an inspiration he was to all in his path.
Sincerely, Lydia and George Armistead
Cindy Shafer
June 8, 2018
Rest in peace Red! You will be missed!
Pam Meyers
June 8, 2018
God bless him and his family
Jackie Lapp
June 8, 2018
R.I.P Red you will be missed by family ,friends and Cardinal Nation. Sending prayers and good thoughts to all effected by this loss. Of a great man
Mendy Baptist
June 8, 2018
So. Sorry for your loss of your father and a great Cardinal hall fame person sorry for your loss Gods blessings to you and your family.
Terry Hughrs
June 8, 2018
He was one of my favorite baseball lifers. I liked him the first time I saw him as a kid. He was a great emissary for the game......terry hughes
Terry & Cinda Jeffers Jr
June 8, 2018
To Red Family
May God Bless your family in this time. Remember all the good times and the smile he put on your faces.
He was loved by many and he will truly be missed by all.
One day you will meet again and rejoice
We will keep your family in our Prayers
Dianne Birkam
June 7, 2018
Dear Cathy, I am sorry to hear about the death of your legendary father. My prayers go out to the family. Would love to catch up with you. Dianne Chermside - [email protected]
Bob Dylan
June 7, 2018
Lets go cardinals
Bob Ellis
June 7, 2018
Thanks Red for all the fond memories. Growing up I always wanted to be a professional baseball player and thought about who I would like to be like as a player. You Mr. Schoendienst was that type of ballplayer. As a Cardinal fan and as a ballplayer I had a tremendous amount of respect for you. Tell Pepper Martin and my Dad hello when you see them. They will be looking for you !
Rick & Marva Pankratz
June 7, 2018
Knowing Red Schoendienst through his son, Kevin, has been one of the greatest highlights in our lives. Growing up watching Red Schoendienst with Dad Pankratz, started the many years of admiration and love. Our sincere condolences to Kevin, Eileen, Colleen, Cathleen and families. Much love.
Randy Deitsch
June 7, 2018
RED WAS BASEBALL!!! Not only in St. Louis but in our home in Ohio. He had 1 of the GREATEST MINDS that Baseball has ever seen. Your Team Is Waiting For You To Manage Them In Heaven Mr. Schoendienst...
June 7, 2018
R.I.P. "RED"......A TRUE AND LEGITIMATE ATHLETE. A WONDERFUL MAN AND A CREDIT TO HUMANKIND EVERYWHERE.
FTMY FL.
June 7, 2018
Don't think I remember him the year he opened with the Cards, but was listening to the games by the time I was 7 or 8. What a player and what a person
M. Germann
A. W.
June 7, 2018
My deepest condolences to the Schoendienst family at this very sad time.
Psalms 116:15
Andy/Maggie
June 7, 2018
My condolences to the Schoendienst family and friends. May you find comfort in the promised hope found at Job 33:25 when Red can continue expressing his wonderful gifts!
June 7, 2018
R.I.P.Red, Stan is waiting for you.F.C.B.
June 7, 2018
The one and only Mr. Cardinal, who was the truest exemplification of a Baseball Man. He lived a long, wonderful, and accomplished life, and his actions and presence garnered much respect and love.
Rest in Peace, Red.
June 7, 2018
Great ball player. A credit to his family
June 7, 2018
PLease accept our condolences and one day there will be no more sadness due to losing a love one!!! That's a promise from Almighty God.
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