Richard "Dick" Schaeffer, 91, of Washington, passed away at 9:40am Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Washington Senior Living.

He was born October 5, 1931 in Snicarte, IL to Floyd and Arlene Blessman Schaeffer.  He married Nancy G. Lynn in Oakford, IL on July 3, 1955.  She survives.

Also surviving are six siblings, Danny (Marcella) Schaeffer, Joyce Foster, Don (Sue) Schaeffer, Janice (Dick) Vanderveen, Charlie (Kathy) Schaeffer, and Linda (Ron) Witt.  He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Barbara Hess Burgett and Reta Wallace Smith; and brother-in-law, Dave Foster.

As an Army veteran, Dick served his country from 1952-1954.  He was stationed in Austria as an MP.  He worked at Caterpillar Inc. retiring in 1982, after 32 years of service.  He was an avid wood carver and also enjoyed fishing.  He will be dearly missed.

Cremation has been accorded.  There will be no services.  Deiters Funeral home and Crematory in Washington is assisting the family with arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Gospel Fest Ministries.