Richard Carl Schreep passed away peacefully at home on September 25, 2026, after an extended and courageous battle with cancer.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Carl Henry and Shirley Crawford Schreep, and his older brother Stephen Schreep.
Richard is survived by his wife of 41 years, Judith Leach; his son Carl Thomas of Philadelphia, PA; his daughter Ellanna Schreep & his granddaughter Ella Rose of Land O’ Lakes, FL; and his brother Robert Terry Schreep of Kennett Square, PA.
Born in Canton, Ohio, Richard spent his early years there before relocating to Kennett Square, Pennsylvania during his junior year of high school. He graduated from Penn State University in State College, PA, and later earned his Master’s Degree from the University of San Francisco. Richard lived in Point Arena, Mendocino County, CA for many years before returning to the East Coast, residing in Boston, Massachusetts, and then Unionville, Pennsylvania, where he married Judith and raised their two children.
In September 2018, Richard retired to North Port, Florida, and recently moved to Hudson, Florida, to be closer to Ellanna and his granddaughter Ella. Ella brought joy, laughter, and light to every moment spent with her “Papa,” and their bond was one of the greatest joys of his life.
Richard loved being on the water in his kayak and found peace in nature. He was an avid reader, and his Kindle was never far from his side. A quiet, gentle soul, Richard touched the lives of those around him with kindness, steadiness, and warmth. He is deeply missed by his family.
Jean S
September 28, 2026, 7:28 pm
Condolences to all you,his family and friends. It was my pleasure to be acquainted with Richard through my friendship with Judy. Peace
Nancy Fearn
September 28, 2026, 9:45 pm
Judy, I’m so sorry for the loss of Richard. He was a fighter for sure and so glad he had time close to his grand daughter. His pictures still are in the clubhouse and so pretty. He had so many talents. You are missed here in Talon Bay. May you find comfort in all the memories of your 41 years together. I am so sorry.
Phyllis and Jack McGrath
September 28, 2026, 10:15 pm
Our sincere condolences to Judy and family. We met Richard while he lived in Talon Bay. He always had a kind word, and a moment for pleasant conversation. We admired his many beautiful nature photos on our clubhouse walls that he generously shared with the community.
Lisa Naplacic
September 28, 2026, 11:51 pm
I did not know Richard, but I am glad he is no longer suffering. He was a lucky man to have Judy by his side for 41 years.
May he rest in peace.
Ann and Dale Crawford
September 29, 2026, 12:56 am
Our sincere condolences to Judy and her family. Richard fought hard to have as much time with his family and precious granddaughter. We had a lot of good times together and they were great neighbors and great friends for 6 years. We miss them. May Richard’s memory be a blessing to his family and may he rest in peace.