Rickey L. Schmierbach Obituary
In loving memory of Rickey L. Schmierbach of New Athens, Illinois, born in Red Bud, Illinois, who departed this world on October 23, 2025 at the age of 68. Rickey leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Floyd Schmierbach and Delores "Dolly" Schmierbach (Rieso); his sister Jeanne Trotter; and his brother-in-law Robert Hopfinger. He is survived by: his wife Sherry Stoops; his sisters, Judy Hopfinger of Highland, IL and Sandy Cummins (Steve) of New Athens; his stepchildren, Joshua Cockrell (Mequila) of New Athens, IL and Julia Spencer (Brian) of St. Louis, MO; his grandchildren, Sam, Madi, Jalyn, Clare, Norah and Colin; and his nieces and nephews, Brad (Lori), Dawn (Kevin), Tonya (Ron) and Aaron J. (Erin). He is also survived by other great nieces, great nephews and other relatives and friends.
Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or to Hospice of Southern Illinois.
