Name: Viewing for William Ray Schohn
Start: 2023-01-20T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-01-20T17:45:00.000Z
Location: Matinchek Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

Schohn
William Ray
Schohn
December 16, 1935
January 11, 2023

William Ray Schohn, 87, of Lebanon entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital of Lebanon. He was the devoted husband of Marie (Costik) Schohn for 40 years. He died peacefully, surrounded by his loving wife, Marie, and family.
He was born December 16, 1935, in Mt. Oliver, PA and was the loving son of the late Clemat J. and Ethel G. (McBriar).
William retired from the U. S. Air Force with 30 years of honorable service at the rank of Senior Master Sergeant. He was a proud veteran, having served in Vietnam where he was awarded the Purple Heart and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallentry with Palm, for his bravery during the Vietnam conflict. He was also awarded the Bronze Star and Air Medal. Following his deployment, he was the Data Automation Chief, a job which he enjoyed and excelled at.
He continued his service as a Yuba City, CA Auxiliary Sheriff Deputy for 6 years, and further served as an El Paso County Colorado Sheriff Deputy for 14 years. Was a member of the Elizabethtown American Legion Post 329, a 32nd degree Mason, International Harvester Scout Club member Colorado Branch, and a big brother for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
William dabbled in painting, was an excellent bowler, and loved watching westerns. He had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge spanning many subjects. His legacy will carry on forever, reminding us that we choose to live a life of meaningful acts of love and service. His 50 years of service to his country was his greatest achievement second to his love for his family.
In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his siblings, John J, Malcom E, and Elizabeth L.
In addition to his wife, William is survived by his children, Maria A. Schohn (Richard J. Chang) of CO, Deaion M. Oakley of CO, Eric M. Oakley of NC, Alecia M. Oakley (Ron Forsyth) of CO, Andréa M. Winters (David Stover) Lewisberry, William E. Schohn of CO, Debora Colgrove (William) of CO, James D. Schohn (Lisa) of CO, Robert B. Schohn (Nikki) of CO; sister, Mary Jane Klein, Pittsburgh; 11 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
To know Bill, was to love Bill.
The viewing will be held at Matinchek Funeral Home from 11AM-12:45PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, January 20, 2023, at 1:00 PM at Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 280 N. Race St. Middletown, PA 17057 with Fr. Timothy Sahd as celebrant. A celebration of his life will be held following the 1 PM Mass, from 2PM-5PM, at the American Legion Post 329, Elizabethtown, PA.
In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in William's name to the Humane Society of Lebanon and the Disabled Vets of America (DAV).
The family has entrusted the Matinchek Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. 260 E. Main St. Middletown, PA 17057 with the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.matinchekfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 19, 2023.

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Kevin Acre (Ret. S15) EPSO

January 20, 2023

Rollie as I fondly called Bill, was fun to be around and to work with. We spent many hours working in the El Paso County Sheriff's Office Traffic Unit. Rollie would always make me laugh when he called out his traffic stops on Rollercoaster Road. He would always say Rollie Coaster, thus my nickname for him. Love ya Rollie and miss ya already. Strength and Honor Brother!

JD Ross

January 19, 2023

My deepest condolences and prayers. I had the honor to work with Bill for many years. His dedication, commitment and professionalism will always be remembered, along with his wonderful sense of humor.
Eternal rest, grant unto him oh Lord......JD Ross

Steve Gaenzle

January 19, 2023

Bill was an outstanding friend and Reserve Deputy. We spent many hours on patrol exchanging stories. Rest in Peace my friend, job well done

In God's grace.....
Dr. Steve Gaenzle ThD.

Steve Young

January 18, 2023

The Buckley SFB military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) would like to offer our sincere condolences and our gratitude for SMSgt Schohn´s 30 years of distinguished service to our country in the Air Force. If you would like help with any matters related to casualty assistance, Defense Finance & Accounting Service, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs (VA), etc. you can contact our office on Buckley SFB (Denver, CO) at 720-847-6693 or [email protected]. The RAO is staffed by volunteers, all military retirees themselves, and our sole purpose is to provide assistance to any military retirees and surviving spouses/family members with anything related to their military service and/or benefits, in particular during difficult times such as this. We are deeply sorry for your loss.

Steve Young
Lt Col, USAF, Ret
Director, Buckley SFB RAO

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