Chicago, Illinois
Richard T. Scheidt, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran and Retired Captain Chicago Fire Department. Beloved husband of Frances, nee Bulow, and the late Nancy J. nee Griswold Scheidt; loving father of Nancy (Lawrence) Coughlin, Gene (Diane) Egan, Thomas
(Elizabeth) Scheidt,...
Read MoreToday is December 1, 2021. I came across the story of the tragic school fire at Our Lady of the Angels which occurred on this day in 1958. The archived photos I viewed broke my heart but the heroism of Captain Richard T. Scheidt, other firefighters, rescue workers, and many compassionate individuals lifted my heart. May God bless the Scheidt family and OLA survivors abundantly.
Wanda D. from Ohio
December 01, 2021 | Other
Captain Scheidt -
I was a friend of your son Mark all through high school. Knowing Mark I saw what a role model you were for him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John Connell
April 14, 2009 | Frankfort, IL
Capt. Scheidt
Go in peace my comrade, your work on earth is done, with admiration. Your dedication to the fire service and the men you served with is an inspiration to all firefighters for generations to come.
Our thoughts and prayers to your family. Go in peace.
The CFD's Herling family
Herling CFD
April 10, 2009 | Chicago, IL
From Glory to Glory, Strength to Strength....
"They go from strength to strength, until each of them appears before God in Zion." Ps. 84:6
Dear Fran & Kids, God Bless you and keep you, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Uncle Dick will long be remembered and cherished. Certainly we shall see him again.
Love,
Rich Hale (Jr.) & Family
(Monique & Grant)
Rich Hale
April 10, 2009 | Corona, CA
Captain Scheidt allowed me to ride on Engine 45 in the mid-70's. He knew my father, Lt. Bob Vrchota(CFD). He let me work with the engine crew and on working fires. All this gave me the experiences I couldn't have gotten anywhere else. It helped me throughout my 30+ years with Addison Fire Dept. He was a respected man. He will be dearly missed.
Tom Vrchota
April 09, 2009 | Oswego, IL
Our prayers go out to the family and Captain Dick Scheidt in this time of grief. Captain Schiedt has made a difference on this earth. He will be remember and always in my prayers. Thank you Captain Dick Scheidt.
Don Huenecke
April 08, 2009 | EPFD, IL
Eugene McSweeney,my father in law, was a good friend. He sends his best and that Dick was a great man, great friend and a wonderful human being. He will miss him.
Eugene McSweeney
April 08, 2009 | Sun Lakes, AZ
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Karen Davin-Madigan
April 08, 2009 | Chicago, IL
When I think of Uncle Dick I always see his smile and hear his laugh. I know this is a hard time for all of you. I hope your wonderful memories will get you through the tough times. Everybody loved Uncle Dick so much. We will keep all of you in our prayers to get through this tough time. God Bless,
Love, Mary (Griswold), Steve, Hayley and Paige Rice
Mary Rice
April 08, 2009 | Burnsville, MN
