Murray D. Schuchardt

Murray Dale Schuchardt, age 89, a resident of the Glendale Community, passed away Monday, May 15, 2023 at 3:03 PM at Massac Memorial Hospital in Metropolis, Illinois. Murray was born November 10, 1933 in the Glendale community. He was the fourth of five children born to Harry and Ethel (Trammel) Schuchardt. On August 30, 1962, Murray was united in marriage to Mary Ann Arnold in Brownfield, Illinois. Together, Murray and Mary Ann had enjoyed over 60 years of marriage. Murray’s greatest desire in the final months of his life was to regain his health so he could care for Mary Ann. In addition to his beloved wife, Murray is survived by: 2 children – Tony Schuchardt of Simpson, Illinois and Tina (her husband, Mike) Carroll of Boaz, Kentucky; 3 grandchildren – Blake (his wife, Brianne) Schuchardt of Eddyville, Illinois, Adam Schuchardt of Paducah, Kentucky, and Autumn Bakehouse of Boaz, Kentucky; 3 great grandchildren – Braxton, Braelyn, and Brynlee; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. In addition to his parents, Murray was preceded in death by: an infant brother – Victor Schuchardt; a brother – Lowell L. Schuchardt; and 2 sisters – Shirley Halter and Fern Burnside. Murray served in the United States Army from 1955-1957. He was stationed in Germany during much of his service, prior to his honorable discharge. Murray was employed for approximately 40 years as a maintenance mechanic at the University of Illinois Dixon Springs Agricultural Center. Murray is remembered for his ability to fix almost anything and provided handyman and repair service to many through the years. He was a skilled woodworker. Murray was also an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed deer hunting and excelled at bow hunting and bow fishing. Murray was also a guitarist and loved music. Murray was a longtime member of the Glendale Cemetery Board. He was a faithful member of the Glendale United Methodist Church. Murray had a deep love for his wife and family. He was a dear friend to many and will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. A service honoring the life of Murray Dale Schuchardt will be conducted Sunday evening, May 21, 2023, at 6 PM at the Glendale United Methodist Church, 464 State Highway 145 North, Simpson, Illinois. Pastor Pete Ryan will officiate. Burial will be in the Glendale Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by the Beggs-Gurley VFW Post #5222 and the Illinois National Guard Burial Honors Detail. Visitation will be held Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 4 PM – 6 PM at the Glendale United Methodist Church. Memorials may be made to the Glendale Cemetery Fund, c/o Charlotte Benard, 45 Cedar Grove Road, Simpson, Illinois 62985.

Murray D. Schuchardt

November 10, 1933 - May 15, 2023