Roger A. Schiltz

Keith, my sympathy to yours and Roger's families. I know how difficult this has been for you. You are as always in my thoughts and prayers. Your good friend. JJ

Dear Roger:
You are an inspirational friend who taught me to live with my disability without wining or crying about adversity.
Remember that you promised to say "hello" to my mom & dad, and Aunt Helen up in Heaven. God bless you Roger!!!

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Keith, my condolences go out to you as I remember Roger. It was a priviledge for me to meet Roger and work with him during the time our team was called upon to help. Whether it was landscaping during the summer or working puzzles during the colder months, the time we spent so you could get away was special. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers. Jeanne Gilbert

Keith, we are so sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you. Wish we could be there to help and to show our support at the memorial service. Just know our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Roger, You were a great boss. Always enjoyed the travel with AAR, especially the Bali trip.

Keith, Family and Friends,
I'm so sorry for your loss, all of our loss, because Roger, with his few words, always gave more than he took: courage, strength, love, laughter, wisdom, and hope. Keith, you are in my prayers.

Roger was a great blessing. My thoughts and prayers for his family, friends and his husband Keith.

Keith our thoughts and prayers our with you

Keith, your Aunt Helen, cousin Joe and I are most sorry for your loss. We are glad to see all the caring friends and relatives you and Roger shared who are comforting you at this time.

Keith you are in our thoughts and prayers, Roger will be missed.
Garry & Tim

May God hold you and Roger in his comforting and accepting arms.

Mark and Michael

Keith, you have been in our prayers. Auden and I will be here for what ever you need. I saw first hand the excellent job you did taking care of Roger. You were both lucky to have each other.