Richard Schiwitz

Richard Schiwitz, son of the late Henry Martin Schiwitz and Ella Dean (Freeman) Schiwitz was born on June 21, 1953 in Sikeston, Missouri and departed his life on May 30, 2026 at his sister's residence in Benton, Missouri at the age of 72 years.

He was a former Chief Engineer with Marquett Transportation for over 40 years, member of the Morley Church of Christ, and a resident of New Hamburg, Missouri.

Survivors include one son, Jesse Schiwitz of Scott City; one daughter, Callie (Micheal) Schiwitz of Atlanta, Georgia; brother, John (Ronda) Schiwitz of Cape Girardeau; two sisters, Debbie Schiwitz Grogan and Janet Schiwitz both of Benton; two grandchildren, Dade and Coen; and several nieces and nephews. A very special Thank You to cousin Kenny Schiwitz whom with his heart of gold and compassion and support that Richard needed through his difficult journey.

Visitation will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026 from 4:00 until 6:00 PM at the Amick-Burnett Funeral Home in Benton. Funeral service will then be conducted at 6:00 PM with Minister Bill Bradley officiating.

In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Missouri Veterans Home, 2400 Veteran’s Memorial Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701