Richard's Obituary
Richard Keith Stoller, 92, of Wolcott, passed away at 9:50 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family.
Richard was born December 23, 1932, in Lafayette, Indiana to the late Joseph and Celia (Danner) Stoller.
He married the love of his life, Viola Jean Bahler, on November 13, 1954, in Remington, Indiana. He is survived by his faithful wife and children, Debra (Ronald) Reehling of Lafayette, Dennis Stoller of Remington, Diane (Scott) Mailloux of Goodland and Denise (Curt) Rager of Van Wert, Ohio. 14 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren and a sister, Beverly Blume of West Lafayette.
Preceding him in death with his parents is a son, Chris David Stoller; grandson, Rodney James Stoller; 3 sisters, Phyllis (Kenneth) Baird, Norma (Glen) Blume, Frances (Alfred) Bahler; 3 brothers, Ervin (Leona) Stoller, Daniel Stoller and Larry (Judy) Stoller.
When Richard was 18 years old, he joined the Air Force where he served 3 years. Upon returning home, he farmed and raised livestock in the Wolcott area. He was a steward of the soil and helped out at the farm until he was 91 years old.
He was a member of the Wolcott Apostolic Christian Church, where he was baptized in 1955, and served as a song leader and Sunday School teacher for many years. He was a faithful follower of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was an amazing example of humility and genuine compassion for all those around him. He was greatly loved by his wife, children and grandchildren.
There will be a visitation at the Remington Apostolic Christian Church Fellowship Hall Friday, October 17, 2025, from 4-6 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. (EST). Friends may also call from 10 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 11 a.m. (EST) Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Wolcott Apostolic Christian Church; church ministers will officiate. Interment to follow in the Wolcott Apostolic Cemetery.
Memorials may be made in Richard's name to the Wolcott Apostolic Christian Church or IU Hospice of Lafayette.
