To Celebrate a Life of Love: Joseph “Joe” Schilling
March 9, 1939-November 9, 2020
Joseph L Schilling, “Joe” (Papa Joe), born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, departed us on 09 November 2020 to be with the Lord.
Joe served in the United States Air Force as a Flight Engineer where he traveled all over the world. When he left the military, he worked as a small engine mechanic and eventually worked as the custodian for St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. He retired to spend a few years RV’ing across the United States with his wife, Margie. They had many adventures and met a lot of people along the way and of course Joe never met anyone that he did not call a friend. Joe was one of the most social people you’d ever meet and enjoyed life to the fullest every day. Returning to San Antonio, Joe came out of retirement and drove a school bus for close to seven years; he loved the kids, and they respected him.
Joe loved the simple things in life. Whether it be watching a western on tv or gathering for a BBQ, a birthday, a Cowboys game, or a full moon, as long as he was surrounded by family and friends he was a happy man. He loved his country music, and if a song came on that he liked, no matter where he was, he would get up and dance, and man could he dance!
Joe had a true love for fishing, hunting, a little golf, and a passion for telling stories about all three. It may have been the camaraderie or it may have been the brag factor. If you’ve ever fished, hunted, or played golf with him, you know it’s a little of both.
Joe is survived by his wife, Margie, of 31 years; sister, Vicky Farnsworth; brother, Kenneth Schilling; daughter, Gigi; son, Michael; stepdaughter, Tena, and her husband, James; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.
Joe will be missed by all that knew him.
Joe loved a good story, please if you have one, share it.
Rest in peace.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to the Disabled American Veterans, https://www.dav.org/.
The funeral Mass is scheduled for 1 pm on Friday, November 20 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Thank you for following COVID-19 protocols and staying safe.