Atlee A Schlabach, 81, of Sarasota, FL went to be with the Lord on December 15, 2018.
Born in Sugarcreek, OH on July 9, 1937 he moved to Sarasota as a young adult. He married the late Dorothy B. Hostetler and they were married for 56 years.
Atlee was a general contractor and built many homes in Sarasota. He was highly involved in Bahia Vista Mennonite Church. He gave much of his time and talents to Mennonite organizations and also had a heart for those in Haiti and Ecuador. Known for working hard, caring for others and loving his family.
He leaves behind Joyce (Randy) Albritton, Sarasota; Ricky Schlabach, Sarasota; Jarey (Ruth) Schlabach, Lecanto, FL; Ronda (Steve) Rittenhouse, Harrisonburg, Va.; 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Visitation 4:30 P.M. – 7:30 pm Dec. 28 and 9 -10 am Dec. 29, with a service at 10:00 am Dec. 29. All held at Sarasota Community Church. Burial will follow at Palms Memorial Park. Wiegand Brothers Funeral Home are providing services.