Leo Lawrence Schiltgen
Leo Lawrence Schiltgen
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Leo was a loving son, brother, and father. Avid Railroad Buff. Strong in the Catholic faith. Throughout his life you would find him volunteering with Boy Scouts, a member of Knights of Columbus, and Southeastern Railway Museum to name a few.
He is remembered through his sister, brother-in-law, his children, nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was known as a peaceful, serene, man. Usually quiet and thoughtful. He will be missed.
A funeral mass will be held in his honor in the sanctuary followed by an interment in the columbarium at his church, St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 801 Tom Smith Road, Lilburn, GA 30047, on October 4th 2025, starting at 11am. For those unable to attend it will be livestream by the church.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate in his honor to the St. John Neumann's Catholic Church or Southeastern Railway Museum.
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Stephen Warner
September 27, 2025
I am sad to hear of Leo's passing. So many days at SRM riding with him and working with him to continue track repairs and still letting Leo's train pass with no delay - Leo was superb to work with as well as talk with. I always knew that we could count on him faithfully to be there and help. He was responsible, professional, and a friend. I will miss him.
Ruth Hummel
September 26, 2025
Leo was a kind and thoughtful person. I remember he often spoke about helping cook meals at his church. I always enjoyed seeing him at the Southeastern Railway Museum. May God comfort and bless his family.
Chuck Hardt
September 26, 2025
I know Leo from the railway museum. He was a great guy.
Gregory Wells
September 25, 2025
You had to look past Leo's slightly-gruff exterior to see his heart of pure gold. He was the hardest-working guy at the train museum, even when he didn't feel well and was hurting. Though I am no longer working/volunteering at SRM, I know they miss him very day. I know I do, too...
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David Koch
September 24, 2025
Leo took me under his wing and taught me everything about working on the train crew at the Southeastern Railway Museum. He was an encyclopedia of train knowledge. He became a great friend. I'm glad I have these photos to remember the good times we had together. Dave
David Koch
September 24, 2025
Marge Fasano
September 24, 2025
Miss you and Tom forever
John schiltgen
September 24, 2025
Dad I love and miss you so much it's so unreal
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