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Richard Schiller Obituary

Richard Lee Schiller, age 86, of Hobart passed away Sunday, November 26, 2017 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 22, 1931 in Sidney, Nebraska to the late Godfred Ludwich and Agnes Anne (nee Marx) Schiller. Richard was a retired Local 460 Union Painter. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a member of American Legion Post 502. On August 29, 1952 Richard married the love of his life Barbara Drake in Sidney, Nebraska. He will be remembered as a loving, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 65 yrs., Barbara Schiller of Hobart; six children, Vicki (Danny) Crawford of Valparaiso, Steve (Denise) Schiller of Kouts, Michael Schiller of NORRIS CITY, Illinois, Roger (Donna) Schiller of Michigan City, Janine Schiller of Hobart and Phillip (Glinda) Schiller of Portage; 24 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; special friends Vicky Baker and Liz Batz and many other loving family members and friends. Richard was preceded in death by his parents. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to Disabled American Veterans @ DAV.ORG Visitation will be held Friday, December 1, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home,600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart, Indiana 46342. Online condolences may be submitted at www.reesfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Post-Tribune on Nov. 30, 2017.

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Eugenia (Gena) Osborne

December 2, 2017

I know you have left a legacy of love, Uncle. It shows through your family. Be at peace.

Vicki Rae

December 1, 2017

I miss you so much already, Dad. I know you're no longer sick and you're having a good time visiting with all the family and friends that went before you. I bet Pepper and Big Z was so happy to see you. Give me a sign that you're okay, Dad. I love you so much. With Love, your first born, Vicki Rae

Christine Hall Eaton

November 30, 2017

Roger,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.

November 30, 2017

My deepest sympathies for your loss, May the God of all comfort bring your family peace . Romans 12:12

Taylor Costello

November 29, 2017

I'll miss you Grandpa...watch over us. We love you.

Michele Greco

November 29, 2017

You will be missed. Love you, Michele and Tony Greco

Lynda Spargur

November 27, 2017

Uncle Richard, in the short time I knew you, you made a great impact on me. You will remain in my heart forever. I love you.

Your niece,

Liz Batz

November 27, 2017

It was and remains an honor to call you Dad. I'll forever be grateful how you welcomed me into the clan.

To the entire Schiller family, you have my deepest love & sympathy. I am so happy I came to the anniversary party so I could see all of you, but especially Dad. Such a blessed memory for me to hold in my heart.

See you soon.

Terry Kegebein

November 27, 2017

Deepest Sympathy to all Mr Schiller's family

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