Ray Schlicher
January 31, 2010
Ray Schlicher, 51, passed away January 31, 2010 at the Cass County Memorial Hospital from sudden heart failure.
Ray was born March 28, 1958 in Fort Madison, IA to Raymond and Kay Schlicher. He was a former mayor for the city of Carlisle. Ray was a people person who could find humor in every situation and was a great story teller. His children were his life, he especially loved his Daddy and Daughter breakfasts on Sunday mornings with his daughter, Jenna. Ray enjoyed listening to music and being outdoors, especially by his pool. He was an avid Hawkeye football fan and had a passion for playing baseball. He was a wonderful neighbor and a great friend to all, and will be remembered for his generosity and contagious smile.
Ray is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Julie; children, Justin (Michelle), Kyle (Holly), Taylor and Jenna; mother, Kay (Wes) Troutman of Colorado; and his siblings, Krista Zelinksy, Camala Winters, and Tony (Jill) Spadafora. He will be missed by his loving dog, Ruby; and cats, Mookoo, Stubby, Jake, Lucy, and Catie.
He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond J. Schlicher; and brother, Jeff Schlicher.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Friday, February 5, 2010 at St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, 2566 Scotch Ridge Road, in Carlisle followed by burial at the Carlisle Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February 4, 2010 at the church.
Memorial contributions may be given to the family.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
michelle
08/29/2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Ray and I remained good friends since high school. Had wondered why he hadnt called to say hi i looked for him and found this. I can not imagine the loss you feel even since its been almost 3 years. My heart is so sad. I pray for the best for you all.
God Bless!
Krista
07/29/2011
Every day since, I can only think of how you and I had our private jokes. How we would get together and put model cars togethger all night long. How you played the best air guitar ever. How you would drive me to school in the Grand Prix and yell COMIN IN ON A WING AND A PRAYER! on the snowy hills. How we would look at each other fron across a room and knew what the other was thinking. Nobody knew,like I did, how hard it was for you and why. You are my hero, I miss you with every pulse, every beat, ervey breathe that I take. I only with that everyone knew what was real, that they would listen and see that our brother and sister love was true. We didnt fight, we understood. I love you, Ray
Holly Barnes
03/19/2011
Hey Julie,
So sorry to hear about your honey. Sorry ,too, to have not had the opportunity to meet him and get to know him. I'm back in the area and would welcome the chance to see you and visit sometime. Take care, girl!!
Holly
Kirsten Vandervort
02/10/2010
Krista....so very sorry to hear the news of your brother.
We used to have alot of good laughs & it sounds like he has
touched many lives along his journey.
Shelley Ford
02/05/2010
I would like to offer my deepest sympathies to you. Although we havent met, all of us have experienced the loss of a loved one. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are never alone. Turn to the Holy Scriptures for guidance and to help soothe your heart. Psalms 34;18 assures us that God is near to those broken at heart and crushed in spirit. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Aunt Irmadean and Uncle Allan
02/05/2010
To the Schlicher Family--Our hearts go out to you Julie, Kay,Justin, Kyle, Taylor and Jenna.
Your Dad was very special to the Foehring Family and could always be counted on to fill in for Kay when she could not get back to some of our Foehring Family Reunions.
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time---Treasure your memories and I know you have lots of Happy ones.
Julie- Hope you can join us when we have another Foehring Family Reunion--It is now getting down to a A COUSINS REUNION but you will be certainly welcome even if Kay and Wes can make it.
John Mickelson
02/05/2010
Kyle - heard this terrible news and I am very sorry for you. Obviously, you are very fortunate to have 25+ years of good memories with your dad, but that is not conforting now, unfortunately. Please know you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
-John and Brooke Mickelson
MaryKay Mickelson
02/04/2010
Kyle, I don't have your address to send a card. I am so sorry on the passing of you dad. It sounds like he was a great guy and I know you will have many fond memories for your lifetime. Take care. Mary Kay
Charlotte Unruh
02/04/2010
I am so sorry for the loss of Ray in your lives.
Hang on to your memories and know you will see each other again.
Danielle and Keith Irvin
02/04/2010
Schlicher Family
We were so sorry to hear about Ray. Ray was a very good man who was highly respected. He always asked about you and your family and made you feel like a close friend! I will always remember good times and tailgating at Football games. Our thoughts are with you all! Ray will be greatly missed!
Keith and Danielle Irvin
Council Bluffs Iowa
trisha delacruz
02/04/2010
I'm sorry for your loss.I never knew your dad but he sounded like a great successful man.god bless you and your family and me and my family are here for you. -from the rubio/delacruz/huerta family.
Chuck Vander Waal
02/04/2010
Ray was certainly a delight to work with at our dealership here in Pella. He was always quick to get an answer for all of our problems. More than that, it was just fun to visit with him about family, football or whatever. I always enjoyed his visits and he would always get in on our "morning flip to see who would buy pop". He will certainly be missed and you have our sympathy and our prayers.
Chuck Vander Waal
Ulrich Ford Lincoln Mercury
Pella
Kelly Bachelder
02/04/2010
I was very saddened to hear of Rays passing. He was a great guy who will be truely missed by all. He had a way lighting up a room when he walked in. Its been sometime since I had talked to him, but it sounded like life was very well for him. My condolences go out to you and your family. Ray was a class act.
Kelly Bachelder
Decorah Chevrolet-Cadillac
Jim
02/04/2010
Julie I am so sorry for your family loss.Ray was a very special person.His smile, his warm personality and sincerity was so enlightening. You and your family are in our prayers.
Sheri Swallom
02/04/2010
I work at Lithia of N. Cedar Rapids (formally Allen Motor Co) and Ray was our Reynolds & Reynolds rep. I met Ray about 8 years ago and truly enjoyed his visits. He was a fantastic person and I feel honored to have meet him.