Richard John Schoo, 58, of Ludington, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2021, after battling cancer.   He was born April 25, 1962, in Ludington, the son of Henry "Duke" and Marion (Strahan) Schoo.

Richie loved cooking, having worked as a cook for several restaurants in the area, including Scotty's, Sportsman's, Lincoln Hills, Townhouse and Hobby Crest Resort.  He also had bartended and cooked for the Crow's Nest.  When he was younger, Richie enjoyed hunting and fishing on the bayou with his sister, Linda.  He was an avid University of Michigan sports fan, and enjoyed watching wrestling on TV.  Throughout his life, Richie loved singing and dancing.

Richie is survived by: his children, Carrie (Brandon) Quillan, Richie (Jessica) Schoo, and Jennifer (Luke Murawski) Schoo; 8 grandchildren, Brogan, Brooklyn, Brayden, Bryce, Demetre, October, Tanner and Elizabeth; 2 sisters, Linda (Randy Carlson) Pavledes, and Sue (Scott) Runkel Corbett; and several cousins.

Richie was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Marion Schoo.

The family will receive friends for a time to celebrate Richie's life from 1-3 PM, Monday, January 11, 2021, at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, Ludington.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com