Paul R. Schacht

Paul R. Schacht, 78, of Harrisonburg passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2019, at Envoy of Staunton. He had not enjoyed good health for the past year. He was born May 31, 1940 in Rock Rapids, Iowa, and was the son of the late Raymond and Susan Ely Schacht. Paul graduated from high school in Rock Rapids and served in the US Air Force. He moved from Staunton to Harrisonburg, where he had resided for 22 years. He was a Civil Engineer with the City of Harrisonburg for 15 years before retiring. He was Protestant by faith. Paul enjoyed traveling, fishing and riding motorcycles. On September 17, 1977 he married the former Linda J. Mullenax, who survives. He is also survived by his sons, Doug and Greg Schacht; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two brothers, Larry Schacht of South Dakota, and Ken Schacht of Florida; and a sister, Sandy Swatek of South Dakota. He was preceded in death by a brother, Keith Schacht. The family will receive friends 10-11 am, Monday April 22, 2019 at Lindsey Funeral Home in Harrisonburg. Honoring his wishes, he will be cremated. Memorial contributions may be made to Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA, P.O. Box 413, Harrisonburg, VA 22803. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindseyharrisonburg.com.