Richard "Ric" Sheffler

September 24, 1949 — June 29, 2025

Richard Sheffler

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Richard “Ric” Sheffler, 75, passed away on June 29, 2025 at MercyOne Medical Center.

Ric was born on September 24, 1949 in Waterloo, Iowa to Mary Hunter-Cummings and Melvin Sheffler. He served in the United States Navy. Ric owned and operated his own lawncare business, Beautiful Land. He was devoted to wilderness and wildlife preservation with a special affinity for gray wolves and American bison. May his spirit dwell amongst them for eternity.

Ric is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Marla Sheffler; daughter, Marissa Sheffler; sister, Deborah Aldrich; son-in-law, Jay Lewiston grandsons, Alec and Aksel Lewiston; and a host of extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Jennifer Lewiston; granddaughter, Evie Lewiston; and his siblings Robert and Dorothy Sheffler.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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