It seems just like yesterday I was the Promoter at Carlsbad Raceway, and Schrod was my Announcer. He was unique and fun to be with! I remember when we told Force, ya, we would give him a Date, but he had to bring his own Grease Sweep, and the after the Race fun with Uncle Beav's, our Jet Van Project, and so much more. Schrod was always thinking ahead of his time and will truely be missed.

Just last year at My Monster Truck Show, it was a thrill to have him as my guest, as I wanted to turn the Mike over to a true Pro, that could really entertain the crowd. A True Showman, and a Class Act!

To the Family! As you can see by the post, Richard touched a lot of people, and for that you should be proud!

You will be missed, RIP, my Friend.

Steve %26 Jill Quercio

I first met Richard around September when He came to the shop to have the turbine overhauled and re-rout the airflow to stop all that nasty tire trash from fouling the engine You can see sparking in the exhaust on those utube videos, I welded and adjusted the airflow on My parts to go in the turbine and when He tested it it "Sucked" all the rivets down through all those new parts, when the increased airflow collapsed the tunnel, and all that time and effort had to be re-done.

I welded the new design of the tunnel and increased the angle of the engine to compensate for loss of airflow under the car, I also built and welded the cage in the intake we also increased airflow by making the tunnel bigger than the intake of the turbine this involved Richard and 2 others to assist Me, Richard operated the TIG foot pedal annother pushed the tube into place while someone else pushed filler rod between My body and the tunnel while I held the torch and welded.
I'm a large frame Man with a 48 chest and I wear a 48 jacket, in a 20 inch wide tube,(get the idea?).
I also saw Richard and his son several weeks before his passing on his way through going to the northeast.

That man never met a stranger and We became fast friends, trading jokes and funny e-mail whenever we had one to send to each other, I feel cheated We could'nt have gone to the grand nationals like We had planned, I'm also great-ful that I had the oppurtinity to have such a good Friend if only for a year or so, but I do miss His wit.
Every man dies but seldom, do many really live.

I just wanted to thank each and everyone of you who have shared some wonderful memories about my father. I check this website daily to see if any new comments have been posted. If later something comes in your mind about my dad, please share. I want to keep his memory alive. Its all I have and I love reading everything you all have to share about my father. Happy Holidays to all of you and your family.

I AM proud to call Richard a friend. I am ashamed that we haven't remained in touch over the years; I just recently found out about his passing. I met Richard and Dave McClelland in the early 80's as the car club I belonged to at the time helped put on the very first Super Chevy Sunday at the now defunct Orange County International Raceway. A couple of years later Richard hired me as Car Show Chairman for the Super Chevy Show and I also helped out with Emergency West. Together Richard and I made the Super Chevy Show what it is today; many policies and procedures are still being utilized. Ahhhh, those were the days! One particular funny story comes to mind: we were in Indianapolis for the Super Chevy Show. A local car rental agency there had a couple of ex-hearse converted into a small limo with a big plastic animal attached to the roof. I rented the 'chicken' and on Sunday morning came driving into the race park with this giant chicken hearse. Richard asked me (demanded?) to make that thing disappear from sight; trying real hard to be stern, but as I walked away he couldn't contain himself any longer and busted out laughing.

As with everybody else I had really good times with Richard and in turn got to meet alot of my childhood drag heros. I look back fondly on those days! Good-bye Richard.

Hi Gina...

Wow, what a shock! I can't imagine how you must be feeling right now. A little time has gone by but that never really softens the blow of losing a soulmate, as Richard must have been for you. And Beaux too must be affected and I only hope the both of you will take advantage of the family you still have. We all love you and even though we don't see each other or talk often, there is ALWAYS that connection available to you. Regardless of past events, we are here for you now. And please know that I'll be thinking of you on November 10th. It's our big one this year! Call me?? (805) 646-7399 or (805) 798-2158 LOVE YOU GINA %26 BEAUX!

Dear Gina,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. We just found out today through Therese about Richard's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Stephanie

Dear Gina,
Only this morning did I become aware of Richards death. Therese just forwarded this web site and I was shocked at Richards passing. I have missed you guys these past holiday events and now regret even more not being able to have had more time together. If you ever need to get away and would like to visit Ojai again, give a call and let me know. Again, I am sorry for the loss in your life.
Your Cousin,
George 805(844-8292)

I just found out that the world lost one of the greatest guys I know. In 1985 I met one of my childhood heros at a Super Chevy Race in Dallas. 5 yrs later our paths crossed again operating the Street Machine Nats in Springfield Mo. Richard asked me to help with the Truckin Showtime shows and introduced me to the world of wheelstanding. During 1992%2693 we toured around the country with "Boss" giving this Missouri farm boy some of the best memories any diehard gearhead could have. When Richard was in the midwest annoucing a race, or just travling through he would call me up and invite me to go. Richard introduced me to almost all of my childhood heros over the years to which I'll always be thankful. I also enjoyed meeting Gina and Beaux and crashing on the couch when I was in town.(experincing my first earthquake sitting in the kitchen playing with Beaux discussing which was worst with Gina - Thunderstorms in the midwest or earthquakes in california.) When we were on the road Richard would always tell me about Chris and Tina- I never had the chance to meet them but felt like I knew them. When I started to build "Wild Thang"(my wheelstander), Richard helped me sort out a few engineering challenges that I was having. I last saw Schroeder at SEMA 3 years ago (promoting Diesel Drag racing)- We spent a couple hours catching up, telling stories.He showed me a picture of Beaux taking a ride in Focus- We talked about doing a project together again....what I'd give to get to have that chance. I owe him so much. Gina,Beaux,Schroeder family - I offer my humblest condolences. If ever in the SW Missouri area - you will always have a open door to our home and hearts. - God Bless- "Raines"

Dear Gina %26 Family;
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you. Our loving thoughts are with you. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
Love,
Jack %26 Lilo

I FIRST MET RICHARD ABOUT 25 YEARS AGO I WAS JUST A 14 YEAR OLD KID MY FATHER HAD MET HIM BEFORE THEN WHEN HE WAS RUNNING THE SUPER CHEVY SUNDAY SHOWS.THE DAY I MET HIM HE HAD A PET SKUNK AND WHILE WE WERE AT THE RACES HE LEFT IT IN HIS HOTEL ROOM AND WHEN RICHARD RETURNED TO THE ROOM THE SKUNK HAD ATE A HOLE IN THE CARPET AND TORE IT ALL UP AROUND ALL THE WALLS IN THE PLACE AS ALLWAYS EVEN THOUGH HE WAS UPSET ABOUT THE BILL HE HAD TO PAY HE STARTED TELLING JOKES ABOUT THE DEAL AND I HAVE NOT LAUGHED THAT HARD SINCE THEN. RICHARD ALLWAYS HAS AND ALLWAYS WILL BE THE BEST FRIEND WE HAVE EVER HAD. PEOPLE THAT DID NOT KNOW HIM THAT LONG DONT REALIZE WHAT A LEGEND HE IS LIKE WHEN HE RACED THE FIRST FUNNYCARS AND SET THE RECORDS HE DID. HE NEVER BRAGED ABOUT HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS RICHARD IS ONE OF THE BEST AND MOST TALLENTED PEOPLE ALL OF US WILL EVER MEET IN OUR LIVES. I DO WISH MORE PEOPLE WOULD HELP OUT THE FAMILY WITH DONATIONS THIS TERRIBLE LOSS HAS ALSO BEEN FINANCIALY DEVISTATING

I had the pleasure of meeting Richard a very long time ago. He was a very inciteful man with a lot of experience in the drag racing world. Both as a competitor and a show producer. I learned some great things from him and took his advice to heart. It's funny how time flies because it seemed like yesterday when we last chatted over the phone. My condolences go out to the entire family. I am sure they are big now because the last time I saw them, they were little kids! Take care and God bless.

Robbed. I'm so sad no one informed me Rich was ill. As the announcer for the defunt Pomona Street Legal drags I used to welcome anyone that wanted to sit in. No one, - No one, was more fun than Rich. We even announced together at some of the Nationals at Pomona. What a flippin good time that was.

When I mentioned to him I thought it'd be neat to build my '66 GTO into a wheelstander you know what he said. "Do it, I'll show you everything you need to know."

He suffered no fools and was a great friend. I am so sad over his last leave.

God Speed Rich.

On behalf of Sylvia Braddick,she would like me to pass on condolences to the Schroeder family along with the following message.
"Richard was very instrumental and a great influence on me becoming the only woman licensed at the time to drive a wheelstander in NHRA. Richard talked me into driving Chuck Poole's truck, out here in the Pacific Northwest and I guess I did a pretty good job of it.
He said, I knew you could do it doll! He used to call me doll.
I have great memories of time spent with Richard along with my late husband Stu of yesteryear.
Another great person has just left this place.
Sylvia Braddick can be reached at(604)987-1814.

catfish@quick-times.com
Quicktimes Magazine www.quick-times.com

Schroeder was my mentor and friend when we did Street Legal Import magazine. He took me in as an advertising sales rep and eventually made me his sidekick for the magazine. Everything I do today in business is in some way due to what he taught me and what I experienced with him. I still remember the stories he used to tell me about the "old days" and the people he knew.

He was the kind of person that said "if you want to learn how to do something, just do it. No one is going to show you how." I still hold those lessons dearly.

Richard, if you're up there, thank you for everything.

I just heard of Richard's passing and I am deeply saddened by the news. I met Richard back in 2000 at one of the many drag racing events and at the time he was looking for tires for the Focus. We took up a great friendship over the years and he was such a pleasure to chat with. He will be truely missed in the automotive arena. Rest in Peace....

You had a good heart and great sense of humor. I’m glad to of met you at my Grandfathers shop, Race Car Specialties. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to work with you on your wheel-stander that you were preparing to run at that time. I think it was the California Deuce before it got painted.
It was good seeing you again at the Hangover race at LACR this year. It must have been 20 years since the last time I had seen you and it was great talking to you again and to see you doing what you enjoyed, running an exhibition car down the ¼ mile, putting on a great show for the crowd. Richard you were pretty cool.

I met Richard in 1964 when I moved to California. He and Jim Moser and I used to share fun and meals. I think he met Danni thru me, I am not sure. Now they are both gone, and Richard's family is left in shock. I am so sorry that he is gone, but I am glad that he didn't suffer more than he did.

Richard was one of the most sincere caring people I ever worked with. He embodied the word gentleman, in both word and deed. I think the measure of one's life here on earth is not in how much stuff you accumualte but in the lives you touch. In that regard Richard made all of us a whole lot richer. He lived large and well.

Dear Gina,Beauh,Chris
Hi was just thinking about Richard the other day while cruising through my phone book coming back from Bristol Tenn. As par I said to myself Ill call him in the a.m. well the a.m. was to late, and Richard you left. Sorry about getting the Kid envolved in Go-Peds.
If there is anything at all that I can help any of you with please don't hesitate to call. Your husband, father was a great guy. The time I spent announcing with Richard was always great fun, you never knew what was to be said next. Focus on This Your Dad, Best Friend,
is in a better place.
Love you guys
Jim and Linda Mac Monagle

Dearest Gina
I received your call last Monday-and wanted to so badly talk to you..
I just couldn't find the words to express how saddened we are for your loss..
We have been deeply touched by Richard. He was a great person in so many
ways...Superb in the racing world,a loving husband and devoted Father..
While with us, Richard was loved by many... We will all miss him dearly!!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always...
Love Brenda,Connie,the office family.

I will never forget the day I met Richard. It was set up day for Sema in Las Vegas a few years ago. My father had told me to go introduce my self to his good friend Richard with the Focus This car. I was so excited to meet the man who had so graciously given with out even meeting me first his recomendation for the Ford Mobility Model for the Sema Car show! We had Breakfast the next morning, and I had the chance to get to know him a little more. About a year later He and his wonderful son Bo came to stay with my family and I in Gardnerville Nevada. We had a great time having them stay with us. You will always be remembered my friend, and you will be greatly missed!

Much Love,
Jennifer Mac Monagle

The first time I met Richard was about 15 years ago at the SuperNationals event in Las Vegas. My club was the host club for the event. I spoke with Richard prior to the event and ask how I would I recognize him and he said "just look for Santa Claus". That was 15 years ago. From that day, Richard included me in the Import Auto Salon, SEMA, Street Legal Magazine and Las Vegas Speedway (drag strip). Richard was there when I lost my husband, Gary nine years ago. I will also remember his laugh...his smile....He will be missed by many.

Please accept our sincere sympathy for your great loss... The Matthiessen family in Las Vegas Nevada

I met Richard about 6 years ago at Atlanta Motor speedway and it was one of my first big shows with Ford and my Dad (Larry Ferrin). I can remember that he showed me the ropes on car show etiquette. Richard always made you feel comfortable around him and he was a legend to get to know. The last time I saw Richard was out at Milan with the Focus jet car last summer. That was my first time to see that car run and all I can say is "WOW". When I say "WOW" it is not only for the car but also for the man behind it. I was very lucky to get to know him!

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. He will be missed.

God Speed

I am very lucky I had the pleasure of meeting such a great man as Richard Schroeder. Words don't really seem adequate to describe Richard, because with me, it is more of a feeling. How do you describe a chance meeting with someone that so profoundly could touch your life? He was stuck in a hospital in Cleveland, OH and I asked him...What can I bring you Richard? His answer...Gummy Bears!!! Not just any brand...they had to be Haribo Gummy Bears because they had the best flavor. So, I brought him a package every couple of days. I would stop by to see him after work and he would be watching the Speed channel or something else to do with racing most of the time. He knew everybody and their brother and their dog!!! He was always asking about the racing circuit...What was going on? Who had been there? What had happened? He knew so much and still wanted more. I would find websites for him and he would read about his friends and he always had a story to tell. One day there was an incredible lightning storm, so I opened the curtains and we watched the bolts come one after another with thunder so loud it shook the building. God was putting on an incredible show. Then as quickly as the storm came, it left. Richard and I just sat there and we both said wow at the same time. The show reminded me of the first time I saw Richard in the Focus jet car. Just wow.

To Gina...Giant hugs. You know how I feel and I am a really good listener if you just need to talk. To Beaux... Hugs to you even if they aren't cool. Your dad has given you the tools to do great things and I do not doubt that you will continue to make him proud. Take your mom to Outback one night and think of us goofy Ohioans. (vegetarian huh) To Chris...When your dad would talk about your adventures he would get a twinkle in his eye, and if he got started about the grandkids...well he just went on and on with a huge smile. Please take care. To Tina...When your dad would talk to you on the phone he would always have a big smile. Sorry I didn't get the chance to meet you. You definitely have a special dad. Take care.

To Richard...You will always be in my heart. You went out with the meteor shower...I went out and watched it for 3 nights in a row, twice when I was in California visiting my family and once in Ohio. Every night I would see these incredible streaks across the sky and I just know it was all for you. The nights were so clear with no clouds. It was great. When you are in Heaven, if you see my dad Bill, talk to him about his car club he had in San Francisco called The Searchers. I know you guys will get along. Love, Chris Haskell

I again want to thank all of you for posting such great memories and saying things from your heart. I agree with Chris (brother) I knew my father has so many caring and loving friends, some of you I have known since I was a child , its wonderful to see all of the loving friends my father has.

My heart goes out to Gina and Beaux , I can't imagine what it is like to lose a husband, a friend and such a great father. Beaux I am so sorry that you lost your father at such a young age and I so thankful that you have your mom. The love and support you have from each other as well as family and friends will help you the best we can. I love you Beaux, I think of you every day and my heart goes out to you and your mother. Beaux you remind me so much of our Dad and I know Dad is so proud of you. Gina I know how much my father loved you as well and I hurt for you as well.

None of this is fair that we all lost such a hero in our lives and I am so happy to see that my Dad touched your hearts in a way that only you know.

I wrote a letter to my father on the plane ride to Ohio and I had every intention to read it to him but it was too hard for me.

Dear Dad,

You are my everything, your loving, caring, thoughtful, brave, intelligent and courageous, but most importantly you are my Father, someome who I will always look up to, I am so proud to call you my Father, I am so proud of you. You have accomplished so many wonderful things in life
and you have touched so many poeples lives, your friends and family are going to miss you Dad.
I am so sorry Dad that you have had to go through all of this, it's not fair. I am so happy that I was able to see you Dad. God needed you dad and now you are with him, past family and loving friends. Until we meet again Dad, Bye and I love you alwats!!!!

Love ,

Your Daughter Tina

Dear Tina and Chris,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss... Although I never was fortunate enough to meet him, I know he was a wonderful man by the children he raised... I have nothing but high regards and soo much love for Tina, for he raised a beautiful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!! And I know he is in Heaven with Jesus!!!
Love,
Kelly

Where have all the years gone? It seems like only yesterday when I first met Richard at some drag race, somewhere. We became friends...then eventually co workers at Argus Publishers in the late 70's/early 80's. I worked on PHR...Schrodes on Super Chevy.

When we staged the first Super Chevy event in 1981...Richard was my right and left hands. This contintued throughout the time that I had the responsibility for event series...then he took over the role when I moved on into self employment. You could not have asked for a better friend, a more willing helper and an all around good will ambassador for whatever project he was involved with at the moment.

I told him he was nuts when he said he was going to build a twin engine wheelstanding pickup truck...boy, was I wrong. One of the most impressive exhibition vehicles of all time.

The same can be said for the jet powered Focus This.

Richard had a knack for finding the niche that would be extremely popular with the fans and also a most marketable product.

We never lost touch through the years, whether it was announcing NHRA races, seeing each other at the SEMA show or spending hours on the phone telling each other great stories which had maybe a trace of basis in fact!

Fast forward to '07....it was just a month or so ago that Richard and I met up again, this time at Dave Danish's funeral. We were standing in the back of the chapel, no seats remaining...and I experienced a low blood sugar attack and started to pass out. Richard grabbed me and held me up...without making a disruptive scene at the funeral. Needless to say, I was needing some candy quick...he found some...I powered it down and was fine.

Once again, Richard to my rescue, as he was so many times in the years of working together on Super Chevy Sunday....times that I will truly treasure.

To Gina, Beaux, Chris, Tina and all the friends and family of Richard, my deepest sympathy. I am proud to have been able to be his friend.

Dave McClelland

I am so sorry to have learned of the passing of Richard. I worked closely with Richard over the last four years and grew to appreciate his inquisitive yet level-headed attitude. He had a keen ability to be look past political agendas and focus on the betterment of the industry he loved so much. Richard was very supportive and encouraging of upwardly mobile women in the automotive industry and acted as mentor to many promising leaders.

I will miss you Richard.

man dad i always wanted u to play the game u hated so much counter strike lol man i swore u were gona play it one day and get addicted like i did for my year or 2 that i wasted on there i wish that i could of have gotton to know u better instead of play counter strike or some dumb crap i was doin i wish i argued with u more so u could of finally got that thing looked at on your back o well ill be the same when i get older i bet %3C3 sooo much i didnt realize it till u left tares me up mucho just think with me dad i could of been building that blazer or what eva car i wanted impala lol my gangster white ness haha or the nova or charger who knows i mite partna up with the brother and bond with some one for once man i wish u here still so u could teach me so much more of what i never learned u just started to show me around stuff welding dirtbikes and active stuff like that man i wish i could weld u a perfect weld and yeah life will be good ill treat your best work MOM nicer most def i cant garentee that i dont argu with her but ill be more "chill" with her u hated the word chill life will be good down here dont stress love ya always dad my true hero sorry it took your life for me to realize

-Beaux Schroder
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I forgot to add the street address for the Fund.

Richard Schroeder Fund
National City Bank
1272 SOM Center Road
Mayfield Heights, OH 44124

I MET RICHARD WHEN I JOINED ARGUS PUBLISHERS IN 1985 WHEN RICHARD WAS IN CHARGE OF THE SUPER CHEVY SUNDAY EVENTS AND AS I REMEMBER HE WAS THE DESIGNER AND BUILDER OF OUR SEMA BOOTHS, AMONG OTHER THINGS. RICHARD TRAVELED A LOT, BUT YOU ALWAYS KNEW WHEN HE WAS BACK IN THE OFFICE BECAUSE HIS AURA AND BIG GRIN SEEMED TO PROCEED HIM AND HIS BOOMING VOICE AS HE WALKED THROUGH THE BULIDING GREETING EVERYONE AFTER RETURNING FROM A SHOW, DOING A STORY OR RUNNING SOME OTHER BUSINESS FOR ARGUS. I HAD THE DEEPEST RESPECT FOR HIM AND WE MET EACH OTHER AGAIN AT ONE OF THE SEMA SHOWS AND AFTER ALL THE YEARS PAST SEEMED TO PICK UP OUR FRIENDSHIPS AS THOUGH NO TIME HAD PAST. WE HADN'T TALKED WITH EACH OTHER FOR OVER A YEAR SO I WAS SHOCKED TO HEAR THE NEWS. MY CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS TO ALL HIS FAMILY. THE WORLD OF MOTORSPORTS WON'T BE THE SAME WITHOUT HIM!

I've known Richard just to say hello for probably 40 years, but over the past few years we've become very close. It was just a few weeks ago that we were out in back of my shop redoing the trailer and car graphics so Richard could leave on this last tour. We never imagined as Richard drove out the gate that it would be the last time.
There are no words to expressthe sorrow my wife Cindy and I are feeling. It just seems like that constantly smiling face should walk in that door at any minute. We love you Richard and like the rest of the racing world we'll miss you and you'll be in our hearts and prayers forever.
Gina, Chris, Beaux just call if you need anything.

i met richard as did larry ferrin ,in the sport compac field.
this guy was the most positive person i'V EVER MET.
we had some good times together at sema talking about the old times.
it was nice talking with a man from my era as we both had announced drag racing, at it's beginning.
he was always a great gentleman in every way
the automotive world will not be the same with out him.

RICHARD ,YOU HAVE WON THE LAST RACE

GODS SPEED

My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

I haven't known Richard as long as some of the others, I met him about seven years ago at Pomona when we were setting up for Ford's first venture into the Sport Compact Market. I noticed that his website indicated that he brought GM into the Sport Compact field, well he also did it with Ford Motor Company. I've called Bob Kern from GM to let him know what had happened and he will probably log on very shortly.

Richard, always, was a visionary as to how to present an idea, a product or an event to get the maximum results. If there ever was a problem, there was a way to work it out, if there was an opportunity, there was a way to capatalize on it. He never stopped planning, thinking and being a consumante professional when dealing with people and corporations.

Above and beyond the corporate side, I counted him as a friend. Numerous planning phone calls about an event or opportunity never ended with 'We cannot do that', with Richard there was always a way.

Being one of the two guys on a Ford Trailer discussing the Focus Jet to finally seeing it run at Milan this year was a tribute to Richard and his dreams.

I will miss you. God Bless

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To Richard's oldest children and the entire Schroeder Family, our deepest sympathies for your loss. May God be with you at this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Will, Denise, Jeremy and James McCreary

Gina and Beaux, We are so sorry for your loss, and still so hard to believe. Richard is in God's hands now with no pain but only happiness and peace.

Richard you had so many friends and special memories from them and family. You were not just a "next door neighbor" but a friend to us. I think we will always remember you sitting in the "scary" chair on Halloween night, putting on the best show in town. After visiting your house the kids always would say how much they enjoyed your yard and all the spooky things they would see. I think Beaux and our sons will always have a special bond even as they are growing up and have other friends. They will always remember the great times they had together as kids.

Beaux, You know the special place in our hearts for you. Gina, it was very clear to us how you and Richard had such a loving marriage. May God give you the strength you need right now and Richards everlasting guiding light to you and Beaux. With our love, Will, Denise, Jeremy and James

You were one of our favorite parent to work with. It was an honor to know you. Rest in Peace.
The Brogan Team,
Belle Bromfield
Shawn Brogan
Michael Daly
Liza K
Linda Lee
Megan O

Back in the mid 80's I had the great fortune to meet what turned out to be my Best Friend, Richard. I'll never forget the 1st time we were working the Super Chevy show in Michigan %26 my wife had cooked lunch for his entire crew. He entered our 5th wheel %26 was greeted with a good ole southern menu, he instantly stuck his head out the door %26 hollered, "Ya'll come on shes made real mashed taters." From that moment on Richard %26 I were the best of friends. I truly confided in everything he told me. I could talk the rest of my life about the good times we had with Lee %26 Karen Sidney, Elton %26 the guy from Australia, plus all the wonderful people like Wally Bell,Charles Carpenter %26 the list just goes on %26 on. Those were truly the best years of my life %26 I owe it all to Richard. Jeanna keep that pretty smile going %26 be proud that you were married to a true professional in all that he did. I'm sure Beau will keep the tradition going.

I had the pleasure of working on Richard's Focus a year or so ago,I came onboard with his driver Jeff and not knowing a thing about Richard. He gave me the feeling of joy and excitment just being around. He has giving me a memory that will never fade and the pleasure of knowing a man that went after his dreams.

You will be missed by many, I just happen to be a small part of that.

Thank you for that time

My spelling shows my feelings...(previous entry)..
and Yes Gina..as a Racer ..I did get a "bit testy" at times (smile),...I miss those days with the Schrodos....
Super Chevy was Never the same after Richard.

Thanks for eveything..Ecspecially your friendship. Gina and You were the greatest!
God Bless You

As I heard about this I looked under my desk cover and sure enough the envelope with Rich's name on it was still there with his ticket to the 2007 Winternationals. Feb. was the last time I talked to Rich, and I wonder why he never picked up the ticket and came to the race. I now assume he was not feeling real well. Damn I will miss him we have known each other since probably 1960. Rest in Peace buddy I will miss talking to you.

Did not know Richard but after looking at his site I remembered seeing him race. Sorry for your loss, so long Richard.

Godspeed,
Lynn Ellison

Man, did we just talk last week? Sure seems like but I guess its been a couple of months. Its been a pleasure to share the booth with you over the past couple of decades.


Godspeed my friend, Mike English

It was great hangin out with you and your family at the races. Thanks for the support, and the help. You wont be forgotten only rememberd.
See you soon,

Jayson

Richard, I will personally miss your great sense of humor. Good luck on your final race. Our thoughts and prayers are with both Gina and Beaux during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Doc Greenway and staff

Dear Gina and Family, our deepest and sincerest sympathy on the passing of such a giant. We both loved Richard and respected all he did. Richard was the person that got us in to Super Chevy, and we stayed but Rich moved on. He was a great showman and such fun to be with. We had no idea he was ill. He loved Gina dearly and took every opportunity to express that love to all that would listen. We are going to miss him, even though you never new where you would run into Richard. We are sure he is entertaining anyone he can up in heaven. To his children, you have a great legacy to follow. God Bless all of you at this time. He lived life to the fullest and will be loved by the drag racing community forever.

Richard is a great guy to have known and be around. He was one of the family that toured with Street Warriorz last year. I could not have known a better man that was there as a friend no matter what. I have thought a lot about him and his family and I send our heartfelt sympathy out to his family. If there is anything I can or my husband can do please feel free to call at anytime. He will be missed and never forgotten he will be in our hearts forever and a day.

I've known Richard ever since I went to work at LACR in 1990, he was the best. Through the years I did a lot of charity events to raise money for kids and all I had to do was ask and Richard was there. I'll miss his great sense of humor and stories of the old days in drag racing, but most of all I'll miss his good heart. My heart and prayers go out to his whole family.

I'll miss you Richard, God Speed...

Tim Shpall
Los Angeles County Raceway

We met while working at Hollywood Dodge in 65, both running AFX Dodge's. From there we worked on many projects together, the last being on track video for NHRA. I lost track of you in the late 70's, but you always popped up in the news one way or another.
I had my own bout with cancer in 1998 minus one Kidney, but still kicking. Hard to believe you lost this last race.

RIP OLD FRIEND

Frank Pellegrino

I am so sorry about Richard. I was not aware he was ill. Richard was one of the great showman and promotors of drag racing of history.

I was working tech at Rt 66 Super Chev. last weekend and was thinking about him.Richard called me in 95 -I belive- about driving the Emergency West wheelstander. He sent me a promo tape. I still have it. I was fortunate enough to see it Richard perform in it in person a few times. Around 1990. It was a great act. I was still hung up in Pro Mod in 95. I would have liked to have done it.

I am so sorry. From A very sad, Animal Jim

Please except or sympathy. May you all lean on each other at a time like this. May Richard's legacy live on in you. Your father will be dearly missed.
Sincerely,
Fran and Phil Peppler
Rock N Roll Thunder Jet Funny Car
St,Charles, IL.

I was shocked to hear from the Ewald Boys of Richard's battle with cancer; and now his passing is SO sad to hear.There are a lot of "Richard" stories to tell, and they are all good ones. I was fortunate enough to meet him early in my career; probably introduced to him by Roland.

Godspeed Big Guy, we'll see you on the other side.

Gordie Bonon
Deer Park, WA

I meet Richard at Street Warriors in San Antonio, Texas April 07 for the first. He was a very outgoing person with lots of energy and guts. He put on a show back in April that I will never forget. Richard is now in a better places may he rest in peace.

I want to send my sadness to the Schroeder family for their loss. Richard was a great man and showman. I enjoyed all the times we spent together at Great Lakes Dragway. Richiard is a one of a kind.


Best Wishes, Bill "Maverick" Golden

I first made contact with Richard at a Super Chevy show but got to know him better later on when he got involved in the spoert compact deal. At SEMA and later at several races we simply sat and talked about the scene and where it was headed, the people involved and the politics of it all. I will fondly remember those times and will definitely miss the big guy,

Roo

DEAR TINA %26 FAMILY,
I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR YOU HAVE LOST SUCH A DEAR MAN TO YOU ALL. I ONLY MET YOUR DAD ONCE, BUT HE SEEMED LIKE A WONDERFUL MAN!! I MUST SAY, I NEVER HEARD A NEGATIVE THING ABOUT HIM.... I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW I AM THINKING OF YOU, AND SENDING MY LOVE--WITH HUGS OF COURSE.... MAY YOU ALL LEAN ON EACH OTHER FOR STRENGTH, AND LET THE LOVE OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS HELP YOU THROUGH.... MUCH LOVE KRISSY, KEN, AND KASEY

my thoughts %26 prayers go out to you and the family i meet richard 3 years when i had my wheelstander for sale the thunder wagon dodge a100 and richard came up to look at her what a great man... we talked for hours and stayed in touch richard even was going to come up to monrovia and speak at our local rotary club all he said was just call him when i needed him. the focus was a really cool car and as a kid i always loved the wheelstanders "emergency west" was really something.. in march i bought the ambulance from jesse james that richard help build we will all miss him dearly
andy montgomery

Gina and Beaux,

Words seem so inadequate at this moment, yet I am compelled to thank you both for sharing your home while Tim and I and all the other characters that launched a magazine together with Richard invaded your home. During that time, Richard's eternal optimism kept everyone going, and usually laughing in the process. Being slightly ahead of his time was apparently a Schroeder trademark, one we can remember fondly.

In reference to Beaux being a 'work in progress', I'm sure Richard's influence will continue to be felt throughout his life, just as it has been in all of ours.

Jason

Issac Duckett
I look at Richard as a man with a vision and a dream. His vision would be to excite people all shows. His dream was to keep everyone smiling and happy. I learned a lot from Richard, and the best kept secrets that he told me of customizing I use everyday. Maybe one day I'll past those special secrets onto another young builder. Thank you for all the support and help and the knowledge that has guided me through some of the hard years of building. Your friend Issac Duckett.

I am so happy that I got to meet Richard. He was one of the nicest people I have ever met. Richard taught me how to pack the parachute, and how to drive the Focus. I will never forget him, and it's sad the world lost such a great man so soon.
Crystal Duckett

From everyone at the shop Richard will be missed, and our hearts go out to his family.

A PILOT ARRIVES AT THE HEAVENS GATE..IT IS HIS STAGING AREA, YOU SEE. IT IS RICHARD AND GOD SAYS, 'PLEASE MAKE ONE SMOKY, FIRE SHOW AND A PERFECT PASS FOR ME.' RICHARD, YOU SHOW THEN ALL.PERFECT SHOWMAN, PERFECT FAMILY MAN, AND PERFECT FRIEND. GOD WANTS THE BEST. SEE YOU AGAIN SOME DAY MRS. H

Richard,

You will be missed. It seems that I have known Richard most of my life. From the times with the Emergency West wheelstander to watching his license passes in the Focus. Always willing to lend a hand or just bounce ideas off of.

All of us here in Arizona, wish to pay our respects to a fellow we were able to call our friend.

Richard... Be Safe %26 Have fun.. Peace be with you.

Curt Eierdam

Richard and I met in 1964 as we both entered the performance industry, I cobbled one of Richard's first press kits together and tried to explain how this LOVEABLE BIG BUNDLE, "THE WALL TO WALL FUNNY CAR DRIVER" was going to make a mark in a budding industry. Before long Richard proved to all that the "art" of drag racing was more that 1/4 mile runs. He led and educated his his peers on how to maximize thier personalities and make drag racing a profession.

Often, he would refer potential sponsors to other who he felt to do them the best justice rather than "hog" the goodies for himself. This unselfish attiude should be appreciated by anyone who came across this wonderful guy.

When we get to heaven we can be assured Richard will be there waiting and announcing our earthly accomplishments to the real crew chief. I sure am glad to have had a friend in Richard while we occupied this live and I am REALLY glad I will have the same friend for internity.

God Speed My Friend

Our Prayers and thoughts to Richard's family, they are the chosen few who had him to enjoy everyday

Thank you for being a childhood idle who always treated me as a freind. I will remember the day me and dad hung out with you at LACR for a long, long time.

To the family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Gino Ofria

I met Richard many years ago at Martin Mich. at a Pop Hot Rod Meet. I didn't know him at the time but he treated me like he knew me all of his life. What a wonderful person. I am blessed to have known him. My carrier has been long and good. Richard will be one of many good memories.

God's Speed, My Friend,

Bill Kuhlmann

Gina and family:
Richard was one of our charter members of NHRA's Track Announcers Guild. Through his association with Argus publications, he provided magazines to our members in the early years. The last time I worked with Richard was at the Memphis National Event several years ago. We really had a good time. He was a great "car guy", knew everything about racing, and just a super individual. He will surely be missed. Our prayers to you and the family.
Dennis Winegar
Director Track Announcers Guild

I'm so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Although I didn't know him well, he always made me feel like I was always welcome. My family's thoughts and prayers go out to yours and if there is anything we can do...please don't hesitate to ask.

Randall, Margie and Randy Taylor

Even though I did not know you that well, you will always be in my mind. You are in a better place now.
You are loved and will never be forgotten.

Rest In Peace

To the Family,
I am so sorry that you all had to go through this...it's a terrible time. But Richard will always watch over you!

Always,
Megan

25years ago our 2 different worlds collided and from that point on we were not only joined at the hip but also the leg,arm,head, HEART and SOUL.
During that time we produced many projects and shows---Emergency west, Super chevy sunday, Truckin' events, Street Legal magazine, Focus jet, Monster Garage episodes, just too many to things to list, and finally one of his latest, greatest, unfinished projects his youngest son BEAUX.
Fortunately, Richard is leaving behind the best crew to help complete "PROJECT BEAUX"---Chris, his oldest son,who has been both my and Richard's rock during this storm, his daughter Tina, and all those people and friends who have and will take him under their wing till the project is complete.
Richard's love and loyalty knew no bounds--- I will forever remember being wrapped in those strong arms, hearing him laughing, telling me don't look back, keep going forward, there is so much more wonderful magical things to do.......
Thank-you everyone I cannot even begin to express my awe and fortune to have so many people thinking and praying us...... Thank-you, Gina Schroeder