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Richard Schefe Obituary
Richard (Dick) C. Schefe, 68, of Green Bay, passed away on September 15, 2014, at home with his family by his side after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Dick was born in Green Bay, WI on March 19, 1946 to the late Kenneth and Blache (Fuller) Schefe. He attended St. Pat's grade school and Premontre High School Graduating in 1964. He worked at Shade Business Forms in the shipping/receiving department until he became disabled and the plant shut down.
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus #3955 and volunteered for numerous community events. Dick was known for the many lives he has touched and left a mark on through teaching Hunter Safety for 25 years in the De Pere area. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, computer puzzles, and spending time with his grandkids. He also enjoyed his Wednesday morning breakfast with the deer hunting bunch at Nicolet Restaurant, razzing the waitresses.
Dick is survived by his two sisters, Jan Delemater of Baldwin, WI and Dorothy Pruden of Brookfield, WI; three children, Ken and Melissa Schefe, Kris Schefe and special friend Bret Wery of Green Bay, and Steve Schefe of De Pere; three grandchildren, Tyler, Alex, and Madelyn Schefe. He is also survived by his dogs, Tucker and Lily, and boat Indebt; as well as many others he parented along the way.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers-in-law, Robert Delemater of Green Bay, WI and Jim Pruden of Milwaukee, WI; one niece Cheryl Keuler of Shawano, WI; one nephew Mark (Grog) Grognet of Baldwin, WI.
The family would like to give a special thanks to his friends John VanGheem, Greg Rottier, Herb Kocken, and Rosemary Manning for all the help given over the years as well as the numerous nurses of Bellin Hospital, Dr. Lynche and her staff, which cared for him and put up with his joking towards the end.
He would like to thank all the waitresses at Nicolet Restaurant on Wednesday mornings, his three children for the medical attention given to keep him at home, especially his daughter, Kris, for nursing him the last few years.
Visitation will be held from 4:00pm until 7:00pm on Friday, September 19 , 2014, at Newcomer Funeral Home, 340 S. Monroe Ave., Green Bay, *(Monroe Ave., is closed. Access to funeral home is available off Madison St., One Block West of Monroe Ave.,)* Visitation will continue Saturday, September 20, 2014 from 10:00am until 11:00 am. Funeral service will be held at 11:00am.
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for Richard Schefe
David Heuvelmans
September 11, 2019
A great life long friend. We were introduced back when our parents would get together on New Years Eves. One year our house next year there house. Made first pizza at Dicks house before we really knew what it was. Rest In Peace Buddy.
Catherine/ Greg Goetz
September 24, 2014
So sorry to hear of your fathers passing.I was the maid of honor at his wedding,so we have known him along time. Please except our sympathy and prayers.
John & Pam Watzka
September 21, 2014
We are so sad to hear about the loss of your Dad . . . we didn't hear about it in time to make it to his service, but we want you all to know what an impact he had on our lives . . . We will remember break times at Shade, lots of laughs, wonderful Christmas cards, and the love he had for his kids and grandkids. John was fortunate enough to spend some time with him at the Shade Reunion and he will hold on to those memories for a very long time. Our hearts ache for all of you . . . he was a great, great man!
Phil Baye
September 19, 2014
Dick:
Shade Info Sys
Club 32
Oconto River
Razz-Ma-Tazz
Mississippi River
Bay of Green Bay
Live
Laugh
Love
He did all of that.
Lynn (Satre) Kirklewski
September 19, 2014
I was told by Jeremy that your Dad passed and Ken, Steve and Kris my thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. I lost both my parents to different cancers and when they pass it still is very difficult. We had alot of time together from the past and I have thought of all of you fondly and hoping for only the best for all three of you. I'm sure your Dad was proud of all three of you. Remember and keep close all of the good memories of your Dad.
Kim Tauscher
September 19, 2014
Steve & Family~You have my deepest sympathy of the passing of your father, Dick. My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow.
Bill Fonferek
September 18, 2014
I remember Dick and his high school friends when they would come up to the Chute Pond County Park to go camping. He was a fine guy and a friend also to me and my parents Cass and Dottie Fonferek. The summers were always fun when they were around. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Shade Reunion Aug 2014
David Heuvelmans
September 18, 2014
So very sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Dick and I were very old friends (60's) as his parents and my parents aways got together on New Years Eve. He taught me how to smoke, and drink in Grandpa's shed. We also worked together for many years at Shade. Just spent some time with him at the Shade reunion. Prayers to you Buddy you will be missed.
David Heuvelmans ([email protected])
Randy & Lori Lynn
September 17, 2014
Dear Ken, Melissa and Kris, You have our deepest sympathy at the loss of your dad. I heard so many interesting stories involving your dad over the years from my sister Barb Kocken. I know Dick will be missed by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.
Cheryl Bergstrom
September 17, 2014
To Steve and family:
My daughter, Nicole, told me of the loss of your Dad. I lost my Dad to cancer, and I know this must be a very difficult time for all of you. My sincere sympathy to you. I hope in time the good memories you have will be a great comfort to you.
Ann Londo
September 17, 2014
My heart goes out to Dick's family, especially his children. He was a terrific friend! His kind, gentle spirit will be missed greatly. I'm glad he is no longer suffering. He's been through a lot, that's for sure. I'll keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you find comfort in happy memories during this difficult time.
Gina Perkins
September 17, 2014
Thank you papa for always making me feel like I was part of the family... You were the papa I never had I will always cherish the awesome memories I had with you and Kris and remember all the good times you were an amazing father to not only your children but me and I'm sure a few others along the way...just goes to show the wonderful man you were... You had an amazing sense of humor even up to the end I will always remember your heartfelt birthday wish to me the day before you passed... :-) I will also always remember giving you a hug the day you came home from the hosp and you saying to me thank you for everything...it was almost as if you knew the end was near and that was really hard for me. I have a hard time saying goodbye so until next time papa... Also I promise to be there for the family any way I can to support them... Love you papa
September 17, 2014
Dear Ken, Melissa and Kris,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your dad. We will keep you in our prayers.
Judy and Russ Charles, friends of your mom.
Bill Neumann
September 17, 2014
Dick was a good guy and a good friend. I enjoyed going to his house working on school projects at St. Pat's and the many rides home from Premontre in his hot '55 Chevy. I missed him at our Premontre 50 year reunion. He always showed up at St. Pat's and Premontre reunions. I will miss him.
Matt "Buffy" Sevcik
September 17, 2014
Dick was a very good friend. Together we fished, hunted, and B.S.'d a lot. I am glad to have met Dick, and he will be sadly missed.
Joe Baye
September 17, 2014
Dick was a good friend at St Pats. He was quick to smile and fun to be with.
Joe Baye,
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