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Richard Schadler Obituary
He was the widower of Olga (Smulligan) Schadler.
Born in Reading on Oct. 23, 1931, he was a son of the late Robert C. Schadler Sr. and Pearl A. (Roberts) Schadler.
He served in the Army, stationed in Germany.
Dick retired from the former Berkshire News in 1993, where he was employed for 33 years.
Dick was fond of all sports, especially the Philadelphia Flyers. He enjoyed the horse races and going to the casinos. He was also a fan of the stock car races held at the former Reading Fairgrounds.
He is survived by two brothers, Robert C. Schadler Jr., husband of Phyllis (Yhoe), Temple, and Kenneth, husband of Ann Schadler, Muhlenberg Township.
Other survivors include several nieces and nephews.
Dick was predeceased by a sister, Dorothy May (Schadler) Martin, wife of the late Harold Martin; and a brother, Ernest R. Schadler, husband of the late Jayne M. Schadler.
Relatives and friends may extend their sympathy and respects to the Schadler family Thursday 10 to 11 a.m. in the Kopicki-Bradley Funeral Home Inc., 239 S. Ninth St., Reading, PA 19602. Religious services will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Laureldale Cemetery.
Flowers are welcome, but it has been suggested that contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 498 Bellevue Ave., Reading, PA 19605 in memory of Mr. Schadler.
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Jack Knockstead
June 20, 2009
We used to see Uncle Dick almost every week when he dropped our dad off from working at Berkshire News. He loved to tease us! He can now be with our Dad! We have video footage of Uncle Dick from New Year's Eve in the 1960's. How everyone was so young. Our prayers are with you. Jack (John E.) Knockstead
Jeremy Schadler
June 17, 2009
Rest in peace Uncle Dick... you will be missed... Love Jeremy and Michelle Schadler, Fort Worth, TX
Rocky Styer
June 17, 2009
Dear Aunt Pit & Uncle Bob, please accept my deepest sympathies. Uncle Dick was a special person to me. He introduced me to comic books and racing. In my formative years he provided a wonderful role model of self assuredness, integrity, and selflessness when I needed it most. I continue to carry those lessons with me today. He was a special person and will be sorely missed. My condolences.
Kathleen Knockstead
June 17, 2009
Dear Bob, Phyllis & Family,
I want to extend my sympathy to you,and prayers for "Uncle Dick," as our children always and still do call him.
He was a great guy and had a soft heart, although he never wanted us to know.
We will miss him.
Kathy Knockstead
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