Richard Mark Schempf

richard schempf

October 24, 1948 ~ July 15, 2024

Born in: Denver, Colorado
Resided in: Littleton, Colorado

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Richard Mark Schempf of Littleton, CO passed away from health complications on July 15, 2024, at the age of 75.

Rich grew up in Englewood, CO and graduated from Englewood High School in 1966.  Richard proudly served his country in the US Army, to which he enlisted in 1969.

Richard’s surviving family includes his loving wife Debora Mae Shaffer Schempf of Englewood, CO and his Colorado Family including his step-son Chris Herbertson with his family of Tricia, Joseph, and Allison, and step-daughter Cindy Herbertson Folger and her family of Myles, Drew, Tiffany, Calan, and Shaely.  Richard’s surviving Florida Family includes daughter Heather Schempf Doyle, and her family Troy, Peyton, and Braxton. Rich also leaves behind surviving brother Robert Schempf, sister Carol Schempf Lawson, and brother-in-law Jerry Lawson.

Richard’s son, Jeremiah Schempf, preceded Richard’s death in in 2007 at the age of 28. Rich has chosen cremation with his ashes to rest in his beloved State of Colorado.  No services.

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  1. It’s an honor to be your cousin. You are such an amazing and loving man. I am thankful to know you and proud of the man you became. Blessings to you. look forward to seeing you on the other side.

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  2. It was an honor to meet such a sweet and caring man. May you rest in peace Rich! Enjoy all the sherbet up there for us!

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  3. Getting to know Rich over the years was such a pleasure; he was one of kindest and most caring people I have ever met, and always took interest in what was going on in the lives of those around him. He touched the hearts of everyone that knew him, and will always be remembered fondly. Rest in peace, Rich!

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  4. It was such a pleasure to get to know Rich! He was always so kind to me and my family, always exuding thoughtfulness and love. You will be so missed Rich, you truly made the world a better place! May you rest in peace.

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  5. Rich and I worked at Honeywell in 1986-96 and had been friends since.
    Rich was a very caring, compassionate friend. He did not have to say it but you know he genuinely care and be there for you.
    Thank you Rich for being my colleague and friend.
    May you rest contently in Christ’s bosom and praying on behalf of all your family and friends.

    Your friend in Christ,
    Larry Leong & Family.
    Los Angeles, CA
    (20240724)

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  7. Mr. Richard! There are not enough beautiful words for this man! I considered Rich my dad no doubt! The minute he came in to our lives we connected and loved each other as a family! As my mom’s soulmate and husband I was so proud and enjoyed every little minute we had together! We will meet again sweetheart. I love you Richard may you rest in peace beautiful man🤍

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  8. My Cousin Richard, was a loving, beloved and fun man. From our early years on, he was special. The memories I have of him are many, and he was always laughing. He & Robert kept my Aunt Theda in stitches: he was always so positive and patient as well. All of his cousins loved Richard to the moon & back. I know his siblings Robert and Carol were especially close: his loss leaves a hole in their hearts!

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  9. Richard was a great Person and cherished friend from are High School days until his passing.
    Many fond memories of things we did together and the laughter we shared.
    May you rest in Peace my friend, you will never be forgotten! Love Ya Brother

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  10. Rich
    Your “Florida” family will miss you dearly. You will forever be in Heathers, the kids, and my thoughts. Rest in paradise with your brothers in Valhalla!

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  11. Pappy,
    You and nanny gave me the greatest gift my soul sister Heather! And then the continued gift of Peyton and Braxton! I’ll forever think of you. And especially when I think of guitar hero with the kids. Give Jeremiah a hug from all of us. See you again soon!

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  12. Rich had always expressed to everyone his home was not in Minneapolis but in Colorado, the land of blue blue skies. Rich returned to Englewood in 2010 with 3 things in mind. 1) come home to Colorado 2) connect with his special old friend, Deb Shaffer now Schempf and 3) ask Deb to marry him, which he did, and Rich and I were married in August 2013

    Rich and I had a full, fun 17 years together. We traveled in our RV. We enjoyed boating, tubing, skiing, camping. Rich was the most caring person. He always listened to us and shared secrets with all that he loved. Rich had a huge heart and cared deeply for his family and friends and was not afraid to show it every day with hugs and kisses. He had an awesome sense of humor that kept all of us on our toes. Rich and I always said we were childhood sweethearts. The love of each other’s lives and forever will be one. Rich I love you more today than yesterday and not as much as tomorrow. I will miss you on earth all day every day and our love will last forever. Love you Rich with all my heart, and I will join you soon as life on earth is just a stepping stone to Heaven You’re devoted and loving wife, Deb

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  13. Deb and I have known each other since high school, we ran into Rich & Deb at taco night at the Englewood Elks in about 2009. Tim helped Rich get back in the V.A. system been close friends since. Rich was such a great guy, had a lot of fun. Rich and Deb were just made for each other, took all of us a lot of years to finally hook up. They helped us move to Oklahoma and even came down even though Rich was not well. What can you say about someone so giving and kind, just great guy. We will miss him dearly.

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  14. I got to know Rich over a number of years working with him at Honeywell in Minneapolis. He was without a doubt one of the kindest, gentlest individuals I have ever met. I especially enjoyed going to Friday breakfasts with him, competing against him in fantasy football, and working together as a team on various engineering projects. RIP Rich.
    Rob Hoops
    Sanibel Florida

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