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Richard Schnittka Obituary

Schnittka, Richard J. Menomonee Falls, WI. Died peacefully March 4th, 2017 at the age of 71. Preceeded in death by his father Henry, mother Elizabeth, brother Robert, nephews; Michael White and David Umhoefer. Father to Tommy and Danny. Brother to Donald (Marlene), Marge (Firmin) Umhoefer, Mary White, Trudy, Barbara (Robert) Reisweber. Also survived by many nephews and nieces. Rich proudly served his country in the US Air Force. He worked in sales at Sundance Photo for many years . Rich was one-of-a-kind. He brought laughter to those around him. He will be loved and remembered for his famous "Richisms". A special thanks to Mark and Jeannie White, Dr. Steve Umhoefer, Rev. Jerry Repenshek and the caring people at The Kathy Hospice. Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Mar. 8, 2017.

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