Raymond G. Schindel

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Raymond G. Schindel, 62, of Tiskilwa, Illinois passed away Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at OSF St Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois surrounded by his family and uplifted by the prayers of many.  

 He was born October 23, 1959 in Princeton, Illinois the son of David and Alice (Polson) Schindel.

Ray married the love of his life, Margo Elliott on June 9, 1990 at Pilgrim Park. She survives in Tiskilwa.   

 He is also survived by two children: Hailey (Eric) Schaefer of Roanoke, Illinois and Austin Schindel of Bloomington, Illinois; one nephew that they raised: Jarek Elliott of Plymouth, Indiana; one granddaughter, Raegan Schaefer of Roanoke; his mother: Alice Schindel of Tiskilwa; four sisters: Judy Schmitt of St. Louis, Missouri, Janice (Tom) Bickett of Tiskilwa, Joyce (Greg) Wallace of Walnut, Illinois and Joan (Larry) Jackson of Dover, Illinois; and numerous nieces and nephews.

 He was preceded in death by his father, David.

 Raymond graduated from Tiskilwa High School with the Class of 1978.

He had great work ethic and was loyal to Gardner Denver in Princeton, working there for over 40 years.

 Ray was an active member of New Hope Church of the Nazarene and worked on many construction projects, including the pavilion. He lead by example how to be Christ-like.   

He was a humble man with a servant heart who showed his love for people by helping those in the community. He was a true outdoorsman, enjoying fishing and hunting of all kinds, with his son, Austin. Ray was a jack of all trades, who taught his family life skills. Hailey liked to spend time with him watching him work and talking about the important things of life. He enjoyed sitting on the patio with his love, Margo watching his birds and squirrels. Ray enjoyed being surrounded by family and was the best papa in the world to Raegan.

A visitation will be held Monday, February 14, 2022 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at New Hope Church of the Nazarene. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at New Hope Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Laura Root-Tanner, officiating. Memorials may be directed to New Hope Church of the Nazarene. Online condolences may be sent to www.grant-johnsonfh.com.

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  1. Our hearts still cannot grasp the reality of Raymond being gone from this earth…When we all get to heaven, what a day of rejoicing that will be! When we all see Jesus, we’ll sing and shout the victory…these lyrics have been on my heart since he passed. We mourn with you and pray for your comfort in the days ahead.

  2. I had the privilege of meeting Raymond as I changed jobs late in my career. He and I connected on loving the outdoors. His hunting and fishing trips produced were great adventures and I loved trading stories with him. Rays work ethic was second to none but more importantly he was a good person. I’m sad to hear of his passing and it hurts to know that such a vibrant person, with many more adventures to go on, has passed way before his time. RIP Ray, you will be missed!

  3. So sorry to hear of Rays passing. He touched many lives and created many beautiful memories. Sending prayers for comfort and strength.

  4. My deepest sympathy to Margo, Alice, Hailey, Austin, and Jerek. Raymond was a kind soul. I have many fond memories from school of Raymond. Be comforted by the many, many loving memories you have.

  5. Our deepest sympathy to the entire Shindel family. I have so many great memories spending time in the woods and at the canal and creeks around Tiskilwa with Raymond throughout our entire school years. So very sorry that he has left you all way to soon.

  6. My sincerest condolences to the Schindel Family for the loss of Ray.

    Ray was greatly respected by his colleagues throughout the Gardner Denver organization. He was admired for his honesty, integrity, and skill. The meeting room always got very quiet whenever Ray spoke up because we knew something valuable was about to be shared with the team.

    My prayers and thoughts are with the Schindel Family.

  7. Margo and family
    It was with great sadness that I read Raymond had passed. What a wonderful man he was. I will remember him as a friend forever.❤️


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