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- DAVID R. SCHENDEL
Town of Cambria - David R. Schendel died suddenly at home, on Tuesday February 7, 2006 at the age of 60. He was born on April 19, 1945 at St. Mary's Hospital in Niagara Falls, NY, the son of the late Robert G. and Marion M. (Lindhurst) Schendel. He was a 1962 graduate of Wilson High School and received an Associates Degree from Erie Community College. Dave was employed as a tool and die maker for 35 years at Harrison Radiator, retiring in 1999. He was also the owner of Ridgeview Plumbing & Heating, a family business he took over in 1983. Dave was an exceptional musician, who not only played several instruments, but also built them. For many years he was a member of the country band, "The Stagehands." He was a member of the Concordia Lutheran Church in Newfane, a former member of the Cambria Volunteer Fire Company and the Niagara County Motorcycle Club. Dave enjoyed spending time golfing and camping, and was an avid reader. He was able to spend his retirement traveling the country with his wife, visiting friends and family. His most favorite time was spent being "Papa" to his grandchildren. David is survived by his wife of 33 years, Barbara (Upton) Schendel; his children, Corrie (Michael) Murray of Newfane, Kevin (Nina) Schendel of Annapolis, MD, and Kelly (Clay) Fritsch of Houston, TX; his grandchidlren (sic), Matthew, Zachary, and Elisabeth Murray; a brother, Brian (Jackie) Schendel of Tioga Center, NY; two sisters, Bonnie (Ed) Fritsch of Houston, TX and Brenda (Jerry) Hurtgam of Ransomville; his aunt and uncle, Norman (Norma) Seabert of Lockport; several cousins, nieces, and nephews; and his mother-in-law, Jean Upton of Newfane. Friends may call Thursday and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, February 11 at 11:00 AM in the funeral home, with the Rev. Wayne Jagow officiating. Burial will follow in the North Ridge Cemetery, Church Rd., Town of Cambria. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Concordia Lutheran Church, 3121 Beebe Rd., Newfane, NY 14108 or to The Women's & Children's Hospital of Buffalo Foundation, 219 Bryant St., Buffalo, NY 14222.
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