Robert Joseph Schifko

Robert Joseph Schifko obituary, St. Louis, MO

Robert Joseph Schifko

Robert Schifko Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cypress Pointe Cremation - St. Louis on May 5, 2025.
Robert Joseph Schifko, age 84, of St. Louis passed away Thursday morning
May 1, 2025 at Cedarhurst of Arnold.
He was born August 20, 1940 in St. Louis, MO, the son of the late John and Mary (Kollinger) Schifko. He is survived by Mary (Vessels), his wife of 62 years.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children: Barbara Schifko of St. Louis, Patricia (Christopher) Ferguson of St. Louis and James (Sam) Schifko of Toledo, OH; nine grandchildren: Christine, Angie, Julie, Michelle, Tim, Andy, Nicole, Alexander and Allison and sixteen great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by two brothers: Frank Schifko and John Schifko.
His favorite hobbies were 50's Doo Wop Music and Classic Cars.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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