Suddenly and courageously after a lengthy illness at the Windsor Metropolitan Hospital on Sunday, March 7, 2010 in his 72nd year. Cherished father and best friend to Debbie (Ron) Ivan, Richard (Donna) Scherle Jr. (Henhawk), Karen (Doug) Mogridge, Kenny (Kristin) Scherle, Tammy (Wesley) Scherle. Loving grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and great-uncle to many. Predeceased by his parents, Philip and Alvina Scherle; and by his brothers Elmer Scherle and Lesley Scherle. Survived by his brother Dennis (Norma) Scherle. Richard was a long time member of Moose Lodge Legion #95, and was a retired employee of LaFarge Canada Inc. (Red-D-Mix) after 45 years of service. He will be very missed by his loving pet Timbit. Visitation at CRESMOUNT FUNERAL HOME, 322 Fennell Avenue E., on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service from the chapel on Friday at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations made to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be placed at www.cresmountfennellchapel.com