Wayne G. Schiller age 80 of Redwood Falls passed away on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 am Thursday at Christ’s Victory Lutheran Church in Redwood Falls. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. AT THE CHURCH, and will continue one hour prior to the service on Thursday. Interment is in Bethany Lutheran Cemetery near Gilfillan. Stephens Funeral Service – Redwood Valley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Wayne Schiller was born December 11, 1937 on the family farm in Paxton Township, Redwood County, to Otto & Elsie (Jensen) Schiller. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Redwood Falls. Wayne graduated from Redwood Falls High School in 1955 where he was a three sport athlete. In wrestling, they called him “The Bear.” He also played football and baseball. On May 19, 1957, Wayne was united in marriage to Ramona Wolf at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Springfield. Together the couple lived and farmed in Redwood County and settled in Paxton Township in 1965. It’s there that they raised six children while Wayne farmed with his father. After his father’s passing, Wayne farmed on his own until his son, Jeff, joined the operation. Wayne and Jeff worked side by side until Wayne passed away. Wayne was passionate for farming and enjoyed tractor pulls, where he won numerous trophies. He was a kind hearted, gentle, generous and hard-working man. He will be remembered for his great smile and hearty laughs. Wayne was a very active member of his church. He also enjoyed golfing and hunting. Wayne & Ramona kept a busy schedule for years attending their kids, grandchildren, and great grandchildren’s school & athletic events. Recently, they were guests of honor at a celebration combining their 80th birthdays & 60th wedding anniversary.
Wayne is survived by his wife Ramona of 61 years; children: Jeff (Linda) of Redwood Falls, Randy of Wixom, MI, Chad (Tina) of Cottage Grove, Kristi (Bryan) Hagert of Redwood Falls, Kim (Rick) Maurer of Morgan & Kelly (Craig Hillier) of Lakeville; 16 grandchildren: Jamie (Lee) McClary, Megan (Brent) Henning, Jared (Ann) Schiller, Nicole (Adam) Hurrle, Tyler Heiman, Cale (Tiffany) Schiller, Brady (Jamie) Hagert, Bo (girlfriend Maren) Hagert, Blake (Maisie) Hagert, Brittany (Elliott) Serbus, Brennan Wayne (Morgan) Hagert, Cameron Maurer, Gavin (Jamie) Maurer, Preston Maurer, and DJ Hillier & Abigayle Hillier; 13 great grandchildren: Ashleigh, Alex & Caroline Hurrle, Aiden, Hudson & Brooklyn Hagert, Sawyer Serbus, Rowan & Lochlan McClary, Hayden & Weston Henning and Maddie & Molly Maurer; sister Gerry (Merle) Blum of Eugene, OR; and many other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents.
To Ramona and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing and share our our condolences and can only say to remember all
The good times shared as a family and all the things Wayne did for you all at all the family gatherings as we know
You had many. JoAnn and Roy Lingbeck
Kristi, Chad and Schiller family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You have my deepest sympathies. I remember him well from our high school years and he had a bigger than life presence.
Sending prayers,
Jeff Weyer
Schiller family- deep condolences to all of you- Monica and I have had several conversations about Wayne over the past week. We would end the talk with a smile on our face, not as big as Wayne’s, but close. It was always a treat to see Wayne and Romano at a sporting event, family celebration or where ever or what ever the event was. It was always a easy talk to have with him, nothing real serious but a very pleasant one for sure. We will always remember him as being calm and peaceful in every way.. He wasn”t in a hurry but at the end of the day he would accomplish his goals for that day. He will be missed by family, friends, and the Redwood Falls community.
I am so sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing- he was a wonderful man. I know he will be missed by many!!
Our Sympathies to all of you!
Joan & Kevin
Dear Ramona, Jeff, Randy, Chad, Kristi, Kim, Kelly…
My heart is saddened with the news of Wayne’s passing. He was many things to our family. A great friend to Dad throughout his life, a man who farmed with pride and shepherded his family like none other. A strong yet always approachable figure in our church congregation; a deliberate, generous, and kind soul, all the time. And that signature laugh that was ALL his… makes me smile just thinking about it. He will be sincerely missed by the Petersen family.
Kelly Hillier and family. JoAnne and I would like to offer our condolences and prayers to you and your family…knowing you, Kelly, I can see that you were raised by a fantastic mother and father..it’s never easy to loose someone but we all know that they are in a much better place…God Bless you all …
I did not know Mr. Schiller but I know his grandson Cale is deeply sadden with the loss of his grandfather. My condolences to the Schiller family. God bless you all at your time of sorrow.
Another angel in heaven. Wayne was bigger than life itself…literally.
A life cut short too soon.
Deepest condolences to the entire Schiller clan!
Randy and Schiller family, we are so sorry for the loss of your father, your friend and your mentor. I’m sure your father is looking down at you, and the crops, with all his love. God rest and bless his soul.
Mark and Virginia Krusemark
To the Schiller family, Wayne will be truly missed by all. Many memories come to mind, all the times going to true tractor pulls back in the 60’s. Tagging along with Wayne, Dick Quesenberry, and my dad. My his memories live on.
Dear Ramona & Family;
My Deepest Sympathy!! I was shocked to hear this information as I just saw him last week. He had such a wonderful way about him, very easy to visit with and the grandest smile. May God give you the strength you need to get through this difficult time. God Bless you all!!
Mary Kay
To the Schiller family, Craig and Kelly, Rick and Kim, I am so sorry for your loss. Nothing can replace the emptiness left by the loss of a father, but I pray for your peace and comfort in the days, weeks and months ahead.
Dear Romona and family,
We are saddened to learn of your loss,, but rejoice because we are confident that Wayne has complete the task of living a physical life and has received the gift of eternal life with Jesus in that incomprehensible place called heaven because of what Jesus accomplished for him and all those who have received Him.
Dear Schiller family, I was sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. He was always a passionate supporter of all the kids involved in athletics. I especially remember his keen interest in the wrestling team and how he and Ramona traveled to away meets on a bus with other parents of wrestlers.
I also recall how he generously invited me to join your family for a wonderful lunch prepared by Ramona when I was running a detassler on the Schiller farm for DeKalb.
My deepest sympathies.
Clyde Tiffany
Dear Schiller family, we are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace. Condolences, Jim and Sherry Becker
Kelly, Craig, DJ, and Abigail. The Cordes Family in Kansas is thinking about you, and praying for you during your time of loss. Good memories of Wayne and Ramona attending DJs, and Abigails events and getting to meet and fellowship with them! Always a joy to see his presence. May your hearts be filled with abundant memories of joy, peace and happiness of a life well lived that created an amazing legacy for all of us to live up to.
Dear Jeff and Ramona Shiller families, I want to express my sincere sympathy on your loss. Wayne’s infectious smile and good humor will be my fondest memory’s of him. Memories include helping with the fall harvest and hauling the “Colonel’s Kernels” that was a highlight for me. I will miss him and will cherish my last visit with him at Jared and Ann’s wedding. A great man with a great family, he will be missed and thought of fondly by many including us. My our dear Lord keep him in his loving arms until we all meet again. God Bless the entire Shiller Family.