Douglas Lee Schindler

Douglas Lee Schindler obituary, Akron, OH

Douglas Lee Schindler

Douglas Schindler Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Eckard Baldwin Funeral Home & Chapel on Jan. 17, 2025.

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Douglas Lee Schindler, 52, passed away January 14, 2025. He was born in Leesburg, FL and spent his entire life in the Akron area. He was a Springfield High School graduate and had worked for Concrete Cutting Systems. He had also spend many years as a truck driver and was skilled in so many ways.
Doug was an avid hunter and outdoorsman and loved animals, especially dogs. He loved going to the family farm with friends and always wanted to retire there someday. He had a great passion for racing and loved watching the NHRA. He had regularly traveled to local events, but had been to tracks all over the country. He was also a skilled mechanic and enjoyed working on almost anything. He will be deeply missed.
Preceded in death by his father, Fritz, he is survived by his mother, Pauline; son, Douglas Jr. (Leslie); siblings, Fred (Sally), Kim (Scott) and Randy; and many other loving relatives and friends.
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Per his wishes, cremation has taken place.
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January 21, 2025

Gregory Schindler posted to the memorial.

January 18, 2025

B.C.S.C. posted to the memorial.

January 17, 2025

Marie Massie posted to the memorial.

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Gregory Schindler

January 21, 2025

Doug and I grew up as brothers.. Always hanging out or going places. I will miss my cousin dearly.. R.I.P. "Roach" Your bro, Greg

B.C.S.C.

January 18, 2025

Douglas,
So sorry for the loss of your father,
we will never forget all the fun we had with you and him
at the hunting cabin, Buck Canyon Sportsman Club.

Jerry B. Joe M. Tom F.

Marie Massie

January 17, 2025

Polly and family, I send my deepest sympathies. I´ve known you guys my whole life. God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Marie Massie

January 17, 2025

Polly and family, I am so sorry to hear of Doug´s passing. I send my deepest sympathies. I´ve known you guys my whole life. God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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