Robert B. Schaedler, 69, a five year resident of the Town of East Fishkill, formerly of Westchester County, died suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Thursday, April 28, 2011.
He retired as a consultant three years ago, and formerly served as Executive Vice President for Standard Brands in Manhattan. Prior to this position, he had managed several plants for Nestle, and was transferred to many states across the country throughout his career. He has a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Washington University.
Born in St. Louis, MO on June 7, 1941, he was son of the late Charles and Mabel Conrad Schaedler. While in college, Robert enrolled in the ROTC Program and served in the U.S. Army , Fort Sill, Oklahoma. He married Sally Martindale at Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church in Missouri.
He is survived by his wife Sally. Robert is also survived by two sons, Robert B. Schaedler, Jr. & his wife Beth of New Jersey, Doug Schaedler & his wife Jen of Florida; and a daughter, Nancy Moore of California; his grandchildren, Rob & Joe Schaedler, Adelaide & Reese Schaedler, and Max Moore. He was predeceased by his sister, Constance Agee.
Calling hours are from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday at McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. The Funeral Service will begin at 11 a.m. on Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1400 Route 52, Fishkil with Rev. John M. Young officiating. Interment will follow at Fishkill Rural Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 494, Beacon, NY 12508.
For driving directions or to send online condolences, please visit www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.