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Richard Shier Obituary
Richard Shier, age 62, of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2008 after a brief illness. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who left an extraordinary legacy for his family. Richard retired from the Hoover Co. in 2000 after 36 years working as General Foreman and was presently employed at Metzger's Hardward in Louisville. He served in the National Guard from 1965-1972. He was a faithful member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, helping with the Angel Food Ministry. He enjoyed delivering meals in Louisville for Meals on Wheels and was a dedicated blood donor at the Aultman Blood Bank. Richard loved working on his "mini-farm", raising pigs and caring for his two donkeys. He loved having his family together and sharing stories and advice to his children and grandchildren. He was a devoted husband for 41 years to his wife, and a wonderful father and example to their three children and six grandchildren. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Martine and Vivian (Rouse) Shier and a sister, Rebecca Stevens. Survived by his wife, Linda (Reichenbach); a son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Jane Shier of N. Canton; two daughters, Wendy Thomas and Tracey Shier of Louisville; six grandchildren, Taylor, Madison, Kathleen, Seth, Regan and Zachary; he is also survived by one brother, Fred Shier of Virginia; and two sisters, Leah Logan of Hartville and Betty Owens of Canton; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, with Pastor Mark Williams officiating. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Stier-Israel Funeral Home of Louisville. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Salvation Army.
(Stier-Israel, 330-875-1414)
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Shier
Walter Deoring
January 24, 2008
Dear Cousins...Sorry to hear of Richards passing. We appreciated the brief reunion our families had in Columbus only a few years ago. We pray for God's comfort to be with you now and in the days to come. Walt & Sandi Deoring
Marsha and Bill Nader
January 23, 2008
Linda, Wendy and family,
We were so sorry to read of Richards passing. May God give you strength and Bless you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Kim (McCracken) Johnson
January 22, 2008
Dear Linda and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Richard. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. I have fond memories as kids when we were all neighbors!
Tom and Ellen Seely
January 21, 2008
To Linda and the family,We were saddened to learn of Richard's passing. Our prayers go up for you and all members of the family. Due to short notice, we will not be able
to be there with you.
Cousin Tom and Ellen Seely,Brownwood,Texas.
Jack Stayer, Jr.
January 21, 2008
Dear Shier family, I'm very sorry for your loss. My father worked with Dick for many years at Hoover. During my father's illness prior to his passing, he visited with my dad. Our family greatly appreciated his kindness. Our prayers are with you.
Kay & Gary Mottice
January 21, 2008
We are so very sorry for your loss,we worked with Dick at the Hoover Co.Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Anita Edwards (Casady)
January 21, 2008
I am very sorry for your families loss. I remember Richard as Mr. Shier and helped with the Holly Hills team that I played on when I was 16 with Tracy. he was a great man.
Donna Edwards
January 21, 2008
Dear Linda and family Sorry about your loss I remember the times we had when Tracy and Anita played softball on the summer league. You are in my thoughts.
Dave Agnes
January 20, 2008
My condolences to the Shier family.
I worked with Dick for many years at Hoover and he was a good person.
One of the guys that could I count on to get it right when working out problems.
Mike & Pat Monzione
January 20, 2008
Linda and family,
We're so very sorry to hear about Richard's passing. He touched so many lives. We were proud to have known him and to have worked with him. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Helen DeMario
January 20, 2008
I knew Richard when we worked together at the Hoover co. He was the best foreman I ever had. He will be missed by us all. Deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Dee Salla
January 20, 2008
Dear Linda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. Always know you have many friends around you that are here to help in any way. May Gods love surround you and your family.
Olivia Daya
January 20, 2008
My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family at this time. I'm one of Richard's nurses at Aultman Hospital.
David and Mary Alflen
January 20, 2008
You are already missed. May your spirit rest in peace.
Debbie Wilfong
January 19, 2008
Dear Linda and Family, I very sorry
for your loss. It's never easy when
your lose someone close. My thoughts are with you.
Judi (Black) McMillan
January 19, 2008
Dear Linda and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Richard as the gawky kid who moved in across the street from me and we both got to be the "new kids" in the 4th grade. He was a great pal when we were children and gave me lots of fun memories of growing up on Sharon Rd.
May God bless and keep you during this most difficult time.
Donald Manley
January 19, 2008
I had worked with Dick at Hoover and was saddened to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time of sorrow.
Marvin Beal
January 19, 2008
Gary and Jane,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Patterson
January 18, 2008
Everyone in the Shier family we are so very sorry for your loss. You will all be reunited again some day.
Love,
The Patterson family
Glynn and Juanita Palmer
January 18, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are so glad that all the cousins were together for our Aunt Freda's 100th birthday. That was a day to be treasured. Sorry we will not be able to be with you at this time as it is necessary to keep dialysis appointments.
Doug Caughey
January 18, 2008
To the Shier Family: You have our deepest sympathy and our thoughts and prayers are with you. I worked with Dick at Hoover's. he was a good teacher. It's sad to loose members of the Old Hoover (Rat Pack) Doug & Debbie Caughey
Sue Weisel
January 18, 2008
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Cousin Wanda & Richard Straub
January 18, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Ken & Susan McCracken
January 18, 2008
Linda and Family, We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Kenny and Susan McCracken
Gary Kubicek
January 18, 2008
I'm very very sorry for your loss. Take care, Gary
tammy riegler
January 18, 2008
To my Aunt Linda and cousins Gary, Wendy and Tracy,
Your pain is great and will be for a long time. Time does help the pain. But only Jesus can heal.
I am soo soo sorry for your incredible loss. I will continue to pray as you work through this time of adjusting to life without him.
He was an incredible man. His loss is great. In time your memories you hold of him will prove even greater. Turn to your Heavenly Father now and trust Him to comfort and guide you through this and always. He loves you.
I love you. My heart is with you and I am here for anything you need.
May God bless and keep you in your time of need and always,
Tammy Riegler
DALE HOUSE
January 18, 2008
OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF LOSS. I HAVE MANY MEMORIES OF OUR TIME AS NEIGHBORS. HAVING RECENTLY LOST MY DAD I CAN RELATE TO YOUR FEELING OF LOSS.TRY TO REMEBER THE GOOD TIMES, AND KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE, WATCHING OVER ALL OF YOU.
Dick and Grace Godwin
January 18, 2008
Linda and Family,
Richard will be missed so much by his friends at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. May you feel God's presence in this time of sorrow.
Jean Keeling
January 18, 2008
Am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband.May God be with all of you at this time of sorrow.
Your e-mail friend
Jean Keeling
Mark & Karen Menapace
January 18, 2008
Our heart is heavy for your loss. Please-remember that God is with you.
Love, Mark and Karen
Jim Johnson
January 18, 2008
My thoughts & prayers are with your family at this time. I worked with Dick at Hoovers.
Larry Buchanan
January 18, 2008
Linda;
I am so sorry that we cannot be there for you in your time of great sorrow. We are in North Carolina and
won't be able to return til Tues. (22nd.) Will get with you as soon as possible.
Edward Carl
January 18, 2008
Linda, our thoughts and prayers are with you as you feel Richard's loss. May God's grace surround you and comfort you in every way.
Rex and Jan Chase
January 18, 2008
Dear Linda and family, we are in Florida and just read of Richard's death - with shock and sadness. Rex and I had both spoken with him before the holidays, at Metzger's. He was always so helpful to us and to all of his customers. Our friendship goes back so far when Gary and David were playing ball.
Our love, prayers and sympathy are with you, the kids and grandkids. May God watch over you during this difficult time.
Karol Simon
January 18, 2008
Linda & Family - My thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Richard was a wonderful person and I am sure we will all miss him and his quick smile. God Bless & be with all of you. A Friend Karol Simon
Phil Yerrick
January 18, 2008
Linda,
I am so sorry to hear about Richard. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Phil Yerrick
Russell Goffus
January 18, 2008
Linda and family,,I am so sorry for your loss,,living close,,if you need anything,,I will be here for you,,I must regret,,I leave Sunday morning for a trade show that I have a booth in Columbus for 4 days,,I will stop by,,Russ Goffus
Connie & Bill Wojcik and Family
January 18, 2008
Our sincere condolences to you at this difficult time. We have fond memories of Richard coaching our son (Matt) at baseball. He was truly a great guy and inspiration to his family.
Jake Haddad
January 18, 2008
I worked with Richard for several years and he was a man that could touch many lives and many hearts. He tought me many things over those years. He will be missed but I know that he is watching over us now while he lives his eternity with the King of Kings. May God be with his family during their times of sorrow but let them know that he is in a better place.
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