Photo courtesy of Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage
Portage, Indiana
Jan 22, 1931 – Nov 26, 2017 (Age 86)
Richard Lee Schiller, age 86, of Hobart passed away Sunday, November 26, 2017 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 22, 1931 in Sidney, Nebraska to the late Godfred Ludwich and Agnes Anne (nee Marx) Schiller. Richard was a retired Local 460 Union Painter. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. On August 29, 1952 Richard married the love of his life Barbara Drake in Sidney, Nebraska. He will be remembered as a loving, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend.
Richard is survived by his loving wife of 65 yrs., Barbara Schiller of Hobart; six children, Vicki (Danny) Crawford of Valparaiso, Steve (Denise) Schiller of Kouts, Michael Schiller of Norris City, Illinois, Roger (Donna) Schiller of Michigan City, Janine Schiller of Hobart and Phillip (Glinda) Schiller of Portage; 24 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; special friends Vicky Baker and Liz Batz and many other loving family members and friends.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents.
In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to Disabled American Veterans @ DAV.ORG
Visitation will be held Friday, December 1, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home,600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart, Indiana 46342.
Online condolences may be submitted at www.reesfuneralhomes.com
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I know you have left a legacy of love, Uncle. It shows through your family. Be at peace.
Eugenia (Gena) Osborne
December 02, 2017 | Bend, OR
I miss you so much already, Dad. I know you're no longer sick and you're having a good time visiting with all the family and friends that went before you. I bet Pepper and Big Z was so happy to see you. Give me a sign that you're okay, Dad. I love you so much. With Love, your first born, Vicki Rae
Vicki Rae
December 01, 2017 | Valparaiso, IN
Roger,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Christine Hall Eaton
November 30, 2017 | Toledo, OH
My deepest sympathies for your loss, May the God of all comfort bring your family peace . Romans 12:12
November 30, 2017
I'll miss you Grandpa...watch over us. We love you.
Taylor Costello
November 29, 2017 | Valparaiso, IN
You will be missed. Love you, Michele and Tony Greco
Michele Greco
November 29, 2017 | Adairville, KY
Uncle Richard, in the short time I knew you, you made a great impact on me. You will remain in my heart forever. I love you.
Your niece,
Lynda Spargur
November 27, 2017 | Los Angeles, CA
It was and remains an honor to call you Dad. I'll forever be grateful how you welcomed me into the clan.
To the entire Schiller family, you have my deepest love & sympathy. I am so happy I came to the anniversary party so I could see all of you, but especially Dad. Such a blessed memory for me to hold in my heart.
See you soon.
Liz Batz
November 27, 2017 | San Marcos, CA
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Ezra & Marj. Millspaugh
November 27, 2017 | Norris City, IL