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Philip D. Schieferstein

September 12, 1944 — February 8, 2022

Philip D. Schieferstein, 77, of Decatur, Indiana passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at his residence.

He was born on September 12, 1944, in Decatur, Indiana to the late Thurman D. Schieferstein and Helen H. (Bohnke) Schieferstein.

Phil was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church, Fuelling in Decatur, Indiana and a member of the American Legion Post #43.

He began employment with DANA Inc. and most recently retired from Strick Trailers in Monroe, Indiana.

Phil enjoyed walking the River Green Way Trail and spending time with his friends on Wednesdays. Above all, Phil enjoyed spending time with his great nephews and niece.

He is survived by his nephew, Tyler (Mary) Schieferstein of Decatur, Indiana; two great-nephews, Elijah and Isaiah Schieferstein; and a great-niece, Oliviana Schieferstein all at home.

Phil was preceded in death by two brothers, Dean & Don Schieferstein and a sister, Karen Schieferstein.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 14, 2022, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Fuelling with Pastor Leonard Tanksley officiating. Burial will follow at St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery, Fuelling.

A 10:30 a.m. Prayer Service will be held at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home, Decatur. Family and friends will receive one hour prior to the Prayer Service on Monday, February 14, 2022.

Preferred memorials are to St. Peter Lutheran Church, Fuelling.

Arrangements are by Zwick & Jahn Funeral Homes - Decatur

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Service Schedule

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Visitation

Monday, February 14, 2022

9:30 - 10:30 am (Eastern time)

Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home - Decatur

520 North 2nd Street, Decatur, IN 46733

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Prayer Service

Monday, February 14, 2022

Starts at 10:30 am (Eastern time)

Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home - Decatur

520 North 2nd Street, Decatur, IN 46733

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Funeral Service

Monday, February 14, 2022

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

St. Peter Lutheran Church, Fuelling

1033 East 1100 North, Decatur, IN 46733

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