- Born on: June 27, 1931
- Departed on: January 16, 2013
Richard Schloss
I am so sorry for the loss of Richard. I will miss him deeply. I will miss that he ALWAYS had a smile on his face, even though he wasn't feeling well. He always had a joke to tell me when I saw him getting his excersise at the walmart.We must all remember that ALL family members are important even though we don't see them everyday or we don't always get along. I am very sorry to the sons of Richard, even though I have never met you I can't or don't want to imagine life without my parents. I read what you said about you father and was deeply touched. Please keep the good memories close to heart and he will always be with you. I am glad he won't be hurting anymore and best of all he will be making my Grandpa and Grandma Christensen laugh up there in heaven.God bless all of you and Rose too.
Sorry to hear about your father's passing. A lot of memories when we growing up on Circle Drive. My prayers are with you and your families.
Richard was a man I greatly admired. Whatever was going on with his health he always had a joke to tell. Knowing him and Rose have made a great impact on my life. I know he probably has everyone laughing in heaven, him in his height of glory with a new audience. May you never suffer again RIchard.
It has been 15 days since you became an angel Grandpa. I still think about you each and every day and I know that you are watching over my family and I each and every day. As a child I would say I am going to see "Santa" my Grandpa. You filled my childhood with nothing but great memories. From going garage saling, to rescuing the baby bunnies out of the garden to putting on makeup. I remember it all like it was just yesterday. The laughter, jokes and sense of humor will be something I will never forget. Little Johnny will live on forever Grandpa. I know after fighting strong and hard for almost 7 years and dealing with all the pain after each treatment I know you are now at peace. You took a little of me with you when you left and I want you to protect it each and every day until we meet again. The one thing you always told me when I was little that I will never forget is that I need to "Remember to always be a better person when you grow up." You taught me to fight for what I believed in and you taught me that no matter what you have to come out on top. Grandpa "Santa" rest in peace with no more pain and suffering. Protect me and guide me each and every day. I love you and I will never ever forget you.
I am sad that we can't be at Richard's service this morning but am so thankful that Matt and I had a few days with him before he passed away. We took one of our grandsons to see him. Samual Schloss is a 4th generation little Schloss man from Richard and they got to spend some time together. We'll cherish those photos with the many other photos our family has taken over the years with Richard and Rose. Richard was a wonderful father in law, Dad to my husband, and grandfather to our children who love him and will miss him so much. He lived life as a happy man and loved all of his family unconditionally. Matt was in the military overseas when we were engaged 35 years ago. I remember so well Richard taking me to meet his family. He introduced me to Herman and Dorothy, took me to John and Mickey's, to Roger & Pat's and his beautiful family at Barry Schloss's wedding, to meet Jean & Lyle and Kay, and also to meet Dave and Marilyn Steiner for the first time. I was graciously welcomed into a beautiful family of which I've always been proud to be a part of. Thank you, Rose, for loving Richard and caring for him as you did. You had a really tough time taking on a lot by yourself to care for him and we will be forever grateful. Richard knew and loved the Lord...We know we will see him again someday. Richard was comforted in that fact as well. He told me last week that when he takes his last breath on earth, he'll be taking his first breath in heaven.
You were one amazing man, and were always there for us when we needed you. You could make anyone smile as soon as they would walk into a room, because you would tell them jokes that would make their day. You have always treated us like we were your own grand kids even though we were your step grand kids. You will never be forgotten as we will live our lives in honor of you and everyone will continue to tell the jokes that were heard from you. Thank you so much for bringing us closer together with one another and making the best of each day. LOVE YOU GRANDPA!!!!
Rose, Richard was a happy friendly guy and I am glad you had so many years together. Remembering the good times will help you through this difficult time. My prayers are with you and your family.....Emily
My dear Friend, Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you in this very difficult time. De Tokheim
Rose and family We just wanted you to know we are thinking of you and that you have our deepest sympathy. We always had so much fun whenever he brought the car in. Everybody at Wayne Hall Chrysler, Wayne Sr, Wayne Jr, Mark and Jill, Ben
It is hard to put all the thoughts and memories into such a few short lines. Grandpa deserves much more than that. Three people have left a large impression on my life and he was one of them that taught me many things. Always looking at life in such a way that you can always have a smile on your face and a little joke to think about. Showing love to your family in any way that you can, the small ways can mean more than anything else. Family is important. Thank you to Rose who was so important to Grandpa in so many ways for so long. He loved you dearly and we do as well. Thank you for always being there for him no matter what happened. We love you very much Grandma Rose.
Richard was a pleasure to know and a wonderful grandfather to my wife Mandi. He was always chipper and sunny and never miserly with his views or opinons. Our family had many pleasant visits to grampa's house when we traveled to Cedar Rapids and always found ourselves welcomed by Richard and Rose. Richard never spoke much of his military experiences, but I thank him for his service during a time when the Army way of life really was rough and tough. Richard was so fortunate to have found Rose and have had such a constant and caring companion to see him through his tough times. Rose we thank you for your loyalty and selfless devotion.
I can't imagine what life would have been like without my Dad, who didn't always have it easy but always did his best with us three boys. Even though he raised us practically alone, he made sure we had a good, stable home life, kept us washed, clothed and fed, and taught us right from wrong, how to be responsible adults, and managed to keep his sense of humor through it all, which couldn't have been easy at times! He never failed to keep in touch, tell a few jokes, and remind me and my family that he loved us all - something he said often and meant with all his heart. He often sent us small gifts, which he called "middle of nowhere" presents, and when our boys were young he would save boxtops to send away for prizes for them, because he knew they liked to get mail. The gifts weren't necessary, as we told him often, but it was sure nice to know he was always thinking of us. He loved and appreciated Rose very much, and told us so many times. We feel certain his life was better and longer because of her. I am sorry I could not be by his side to say goodbye, but I know I will see him again one day and our visits then will be unlimited. We will miss him until that time.
He was an amazing Grandpa. Looked just like Santa Claus when I was a little girl. A visit to or from him was a highlight. And although I was never lucky enough to live in the same town, he was an expert at long distance relationships. He has always been one of my constants, which I appreciate more and more as the years go by. Being a military family, we move every 2 years, and never get to live near friends and family. Not a week would pass where he wouldn't call, unless I beat him to it. Occasionally sending knick knacks and cookbooks he found for us at Stuffs. Never missing a birthday. He made us feel so loved and a big part of his life, even though at times we were thousands of miles away. Anyone who loves Grandpa, Rose deserves a very special place in their heart. He loved her so much, and she made him so happy. She took such good care of him. She was able to prove in actions, these last 29 years, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, and she loved doing it because she loved him and never complained. They were perfect soulmates. One thing that made Grandpa so fun to be around was that he didn't have to do big things, to have what I call "a 10 day". He didn't have to take big trips to Europe, have expensive cars or lots of money to be happy. You could go with Grandpa and Rose to garage sales in the morning, hit the Chinese buffet at lunch, than back to their place to play board games and watch The Golden Girls, and it would be the best day. He truly enjoyed life and loved his family. I feel very sad to be living in a world with no Grandpa Schloss, but am so happy that we can look forward to reuniting with him someday in heaven. Rose, we love you very much, and you are constantly in our thoughts and prayers. Well done Grandpa on a life well lived!
It's a tough task to try to describe in a few lines what my father has meant in my life. Fifty-four years contains a lot of good times, some struggles and an awful lot of memories. Most of the memories of Dad are for sharing and some are for just me alone. A perfect father? No. Dad was not, but then who is a perfect son and who would want to live up to the expectations of a perfect father? Dad Loved me in spite of my faults and short comings and that is the way I will always love and remember him. Dad raised us mostly alone, not an easy task with three boys, but he kept us fed, bathed and tried to civilize us. He taught us to fish, catch snakes, work with our hands and mostly to be independent. I learned much about being a good father from him. I would like to thank Rose for being there for Dad the past 29 years and especially the last 6 years as he went through dialyses and the problems that were associated with it. These few lines are hardly the tribute Dad deserves. I will always thank God for giving him to me and I look forward to seeing him again.
