RICK “DINO” GERALD BISCHOFF
Rick “Dino” Gerald Bischoff loving husband, father, son and brother, passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2020, in his home surrounded by family. Dino is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Brenda (Kirschner), loving sons Benjamin and Derick Bischoff, loving mother Phyllis (Geiling) Bischoff. He also leaves behind brothers, Leroy (Monica) Bischoff, Steve (Cheryl) Bischoff, Ken (Connie) Bischoff, and Paul Bischoff. He is also survived by his sisters Linda (Paul) Gerty, Cathy Graf, Pam McMillin, Cindy (Don) Westerfeld, Nancy (Kevin) Busse, Sharon Cumberworth (John Huffman), and Lisa Wilson. He also leaves a mother in-law Bernice Kirschner, several brothers- and sisters-in-law, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father Leroy Bischoff, father in-law Carl Kirschner, brothers-in-law Ray Redleman, Lee Graf, Rick McMillin, and sister in-law Jackie Bischoff.
Dino was born in Batesville, October 31, 1957, and graduated from Brookville High School. He worked for Brackney Excavating for several years before purchasing the burial vault portion of that business with his brother, Ken. They owned and operated Bischoff Concrete products for 30 years. He was also the sexton for St. Michael cemetery for almost 30 years.
Dino was a kind, funny, strong and hardworking person who put the needs of his family and friends before all else. He helped build his dream log home 20 years ago. It was his pride and joy and a place where he could drink coffee on the deck, watch the sunsets, and take care of his garden, blackberry and grape vines and cherry trees. He loved his pets, fixing things around the house, antiquing, fishing, woodworking, hunting mushrooms, trains, and reading and watching westerns. He made the best chili and wine from his blackberries and grapes. He and his family enjoyed dressing up and having themed Halloween parties for his birthday. He had a passion for creating clever and sometimes spooky displays for each party.
Family and friends may visit from 4 until 7 p.m., on Friday, November 27, 2020, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville, where the rosary will be recited at 7 p.m.
Rev. Vincent P. Lampert will officiate the Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 28, 2020, 11 a.m., at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 145 East St. Michael’s Blvd., Brookville. Burial will then follow in St. Michael Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Michael Cemetery, St. Michael Building Fund or Franklin County Cancer Assistance Now.
The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bischoff family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com .