Dan Schlichter, 86, of Washington Court House, Ohio passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024.
Dan was born June 10, 1938, in Fayette County, Ohio to Arthur C. and Esther R. Wilson Schlichter. He was a 1956 graduate of Washington High School and was a lifelong resident of this community.
He was a farmer, auctioneer and sold sheep at sales all over the United States.
Dan served two terms as a director on the National Hampshire Sheep board; was a lifetime member of the Ohio Sheep Improvement Association and was a recipient of the Ohio Master Shepherd Award.
He was a member of the Jeffersonville United Methodist Church; was a past president of the Miami Trace Athletic Boosters; had been a 4-H advisor and was a member of the Shepherd’s Club and the Archaeological Society of America. He enjoyed arrowhead hunting and spending time with his family.
Dan was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Max Schlichter and a sister, Rise Burr.
He is survived by his wife of 68-years, the former Linda L. Shelley whom he married November 16, 1956; four children, Jeff (Dee Dee) Schlichter, Chris (Joyce) Schlichter, Jill (Jeff) Phillips and Curt (Christi) Schlichter; grandchildren, Kristin (David) Plachno, Thad (Tania) Schlichter, John (Jenna) Phillips and Jacob (Ryleigh) Phillips; great grandchildren, Avery and Landon Plachno, Tori and Tobin Schlichter, Corbin, Knox and Liam Phillips. He is also survived by several cousins.
In keeping with Dan’s wishes, cremation has taken place.
The funeral will be Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House with Pastor Tom Knauff officiating.
Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Miami Trace Athletic Department. Checks may be made out to Miami Trace, c/o Treasurer’s Office, 3818 State Route 41-NW, Washington Court House, Ohio 43160.
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I am sorry to hear about Dan. What a good friend indeed. Linda I lost my wife in June 2024. I am praying for you and your family.
Take care,
Bob Stackhouse
Sending my prayers to Linda and the family.
Uncle Danny, Aunt Linda, and my cousins Chris, Jeff and Jill were always fun to be around growing up as a child. Linda always let me sleep in the spare bedroom which has a beautiful homemade quilt on the bed.
I enjoyed feeding the sheep on his farm and visiting the county fair every summer. I loved hearing his voice when he would auction off the animals at the fair. What a rare and beautiful talent! Rest well Uncle Danny. Please give my mom Rise and my dad Pat a huge hug for me.
Michele ❤️
Jeff, Jill and family please accept my deepest condolences and prayers. Both of you have been very gracious.
May God Bless