BISCHOFF, Walter James, 61, of Richmond, died unexpectedly on August 1, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adolph and Dorothy Archer Bischoff; and by his brother, Rudolph Albert Bischoff. He is survived by cousins, Laura and Henry Holzgrefe; and other family. Services will be private. Bliley Funeral Home is handling funeral arrangements.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
I mourn the loss of my friend. I worked with Walt at the Skipjack and and at J.B Eurell. It is unfortunate that we drifted apart over the years and I regret this. He was kind to his friends, a hard worker and loved his dogs. He was a "good man". I miss him.
Pat Quinlan
September 14, 2009 | Richmond, VA
WALTER WAS LIKED BY ALL AT HIGHLAND SPRINGS HS AND EVERYWHERE ELSE HE WENT. HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE. IT'S BEEN A WHILE SINCE WE'VE SEEN EACH OTHER. I NEVER COULD CATCH HIM AT HOME IN BRADLY ACRES. WHEREVER HE WAS, I'M SURE HE WAS BRINGING JOY TO THE PEOPLE LUCKY ENOUGH TO BE WITH HIM. HE IS MISSED.
RICK RIPLEY
September 11, 2009 | HSHS 1966, VA
I'm sorry to hear about Walt's passing. He will be missed by all that knew him and certainly by the "Ole Skipjack" regulars and personnel."God Speed Wallets"
Paul Moss
September 10, 2009 | Richmond, VA
To Walt's family - our deepest sympathy & prayers to family & friends. We also remember Walt from Town House Apartments & Skip Jack. We enjoyed hanging out with Walt - so much fun. Blessings to you all, Russ & Jackie Parsley - Mechanicsville
September 09, 2009
It has been years since I have seen Walt, and that is my loss. What wonderful memories.
Joe Jackson
August 14, 2009 | Richmond, VA
Walt was my ex-husband's roommate & best friend back at Townhouse Apts during the early to mid 70's. He always knew the right things to say to cheer anyone up who was sad. I remember the many parties at Townhouse, of which Walt was an active member! And oh, how he could dance the night away at the Union Jack! I am sorry that I lost touch and was saddened to hear of his passing. My sympathies to the family. I knew Rudy and their parents too, wonderful people.
Paula Nuckols
August 13, 2009 | Glen Allen, VA
Walt was a good friend to me years ago at Katy's. He loved to name the songs that was playing at Katy's. He was fun to be with every day. John Minor
August 13, 2009
I met Walt through Winky and also worked for Ron Moody and the Centaurs. Enjoyed the same golf games and bowling team and a few early evenings at Katy O'learys with Walt. I had also lost touch with Walt since he had moved back to his home place. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe Vassar
August 10, 2009 | Richmond, VA
Walt was a faithful customer (as well as his brother Rudy!) at the Skipjack on Staples Mill Road in Richmond. He was always in great spirits, and would extole many hours of funny stories and experiences that he had. He also loved to dance. I have thought of him often through the years and always wondered where he was. My thoughts and prayers to his remaining family.
Betsy Coffield
August 08, 2009 | Richmond, VA
