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Edward “Ed” William Schaich, Jr., 85
August 31, 2023
Edward W. “Ed” Schaich, Jr., 85, of Lititz, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 31, 2023 at United Zion Retirement Community. Born in Cincinnati, OH he was the son of the late Edward and Alice (Hassert) Schaich. He was the loving husband of Sharon (Farquhar) Schaich with whom he shared over 59 years of marriage.
He received his Bachelor’s degree from Ohio University. Ed later moved his family to Lancaster, where he worked at the former Ford New Holland where he served as an art director before retiring in 1999.
Ed was a gifted writer and known artist in the area. He was an avid bird watcher who loved to spend time at Middle Creek Sanctuary watching the snow geese and Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, watching the different birds.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Jeffrey Charles Schaich, husband of Christy of Boulder, CO, Stephanie Ann Bricken, wife of Barry of Spring Lake, NJ, and David Donald Schaich, life partner of Holly Bishop of Evergreen, CO. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Jack, Hank, Jamesyn, and Waverly; sister, Beverly Kennedy, and sister-in-law Ann Schaich. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Bill, Kenneth, and Donald.
A Prayer Service will be held at 11AM on Friday, September 8, 2023 at St. James Catholic Church, 505 Woodcrest Ave, Lititz, PA 17543. Interment will be private in Old Zion Church Cemetery, Brickerville. Family and friends will be received at the church from 10-11AM at the church on Friday. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ed’s memory may be made to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Central PA, 101 Erford Road, Suite 201, Camp Hill, PA 17011, and Caring Hospice Services, 101 Good Dr, Unit 1, Lancaster, PA 17603.
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Condolences to the Family
September 07, 2023
To Sharon, Ed’s family and friends: My prayers and condolences for your loss. I worked with Ed for 31 years as a creative teammate on a wide variety of projects promoting New Holland and Ford products. His creativity at work was legendary. He was passionate about his work, consistently set high standards for himself and what he produced. He loved the beauty of the natural world. But most of all…and to his everlasting credit…he was a good man. And a friend. My prayers go out for you.
Bob Hofmann
September 07, 2023
To Sharon Schaich and Family: It is with great sorrow that I heard of the pasing of my friend Ed Schaich. I give my deepest symothy to you and your family. I always enjoyed his artistic enthusiousm and his talent.In our ceeative sessions his ambitious and creative ideas were always welcomed. I still have some of his art work, and especially treasure the one he gave to me on my retirement. I am so sorry I can not attend his service as I just came down with Covid 19, but I am OK. My very best to you and your family.
Woody Flaharty
September 07, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Growing up around your mom and dad in church and scouts always meant alot to me. I have always enjoyed seeing them around town. Just wonderful people to see smiling!
tom benjamin
September 07, 2023
While I have lost touch with Ed after his and my retirement from our professional careers with New Holland, he will always be remembered for his artistic and graphic design talents and his commitment to excellence. New Holland advertising won number of awards thanks to his outstanding graphic contributions. A gifted artist and hard worker, Ed made the transition many artists could not…the conversion from the pen to computer driven graphics. Along with his artistic talents, he had a unique personality that one will remember and cherish the time with him. For Sharon and the family, I know Ed will be dearly missed. My very best, Rick Kinder
- Services
- Friday, September 08, 2023
- 11:00 AM
- St. James Catholic Church
- 505 Woodcrest Ave
- Lititz, PA 17543
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