Karl M. Schilling
November 13, 1951 ~ April 7, 2021
Karl M. Schilling, aged 69, of Reston, VA passed peacefully on April 7, 2021 surrounded by his family. Karl is survived by his loving wife, Francie (nee Morenzi), his brother, John (Joanne), sister, Carol, sister, Cathy Putnick (Mark), and sister-in-law, Vanessa Morenzi (Mark Ruggerio). He is also survived by his much-loved nieces and nephews, Joseph Schilling, Kate Daniels (Kevin), Lara Ruggerio, Steve Putnick (April), and his grandnephew, Patrick Daniels. Karl was preceded in death by his parents, John and Doris, and his cherished niece, Courtney Schilling. Karl will be missed by all who had the good fortune to know him and the many who were enriched by their friendship with him. He strove to make the world a better place. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, Karl’s memorial Mass will be private, but may be streamed through this link. We ask that in lieu of flowers or charitable donations that you perform a kind deed in his memory.
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Francie and family, We are deeply sorry to hear about your loss. Courtney and I both worked for and with Karl during his career. You don’t need us to tell you what a considerate and calming force Karl was wherever he worked. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Kevin and Courtney Powers
Karl was a gentleman and a colleague. It was always pleasant being in his company. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.
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I was fortunate enough to work with Karl and got a chance to firsthand, see what a great person, mentor, and colleague he was. I will never forget the warmth his smile brought to the office each day. Karl will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family and friends. Rest In Peace, my friend. Mel Gamertsfelder
Francie and family, We’re so sorry to learn of Karl’s passing. I cannot remember a time he didn’t have a wry comment or a smile on his face. What a lovely man. Please accept our condolences. We’ll make sure we accomplish a kind act or two in Karl’s memory. Ceresa Haney and Richard Williams
Dear Francie, John, Carol, Cathy, and families, it is hard to find the words to express what Karl’s friendship over the last 38 years has meant to me. He was truly one of a kind, and I don’t believe I will ever have another friend like him. As I have said in the past, Karl is the only person I have ever known for any length of time about whom I never heard ONE negative word! He was loved and respected by all who knew him. I think it is most fitting that you have requested deeds of kindness as a way of remembering Karl, for he was one who excelled at such acts. I specifically remember timely phone calls he made to me in 1982 and 2002 which had major impacts on my life. Neither of us knew at the time how impactful they would be, but Karl didn’t make those calls with that in mind; he was simply reaching out to a friend. I will miss him dearly, but I’ll forever be grateful for the time I got to spend with him as a colleague and friend. May God bless each of you in your time of grief. Penny, I, and countless others share in your grief. With warmest regards, Ron Ott
I first met Karl in 1986 and knew him as a coworker and friend. He was a gracious and good human being. I will always remember his smile and the kindness he showed to everyone he knew. My condolences to the family for your loss, but know that Karl will be remembered fondly by everyone he touched in this life. Joe Damusis.
Francie…I was so sorry to hear about Karl’s death. I didn’t know until recently that he had been dealing with Melonoma for years. I have the link for the mass wednesday so will be with you from a distance.
Francie and family, We are so deeply sorry for all of you. We can only imagine how difficult Karl’s loss is for you. For us, his friendship is an irreplaceable loss. Karl had an impact on so many people because of his kindness, compassion, thoughtfulness and empathy. He dealt with is illness the same way he approached any of life’s challenges, with honesty, integrity, and a concern for others. He never let his illness define him or how he lived his life. Instead, he truly lived his faith, which is why he was prepared. Despite our many talks, we were not prepared to let him go. Although we are comforted because we know exactly where is, we will miss him terribly. Pat and Debbie
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My deepest condolences. Karl was a gentle, dedicated colleague to us in OS. God bless him and his family.
We wish to express our deepest sadness for the loss of your wonderful husband. Karl was much respected by his colleagues for his wit and calming manner. One of his many gifts was making everyone feel valued as a coworker and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Michael and Fran Janniro
I first met Karl in the Far East in 1986 and spent a career working with him at different times. Always the easy going gentleman. We were able to meet in Florida with Karl and Francie and hosted them at our house at Bead Lake in WA State when Karl and Francie were on their way to a hiking venture at Glacier National Park. Such a fun loving couple we send our deepest condolences. Phil and Cathy Bishop
Karl was a kind and decent man, of impeccable character and integrity. Whether one knew him as a professional colleague or casual acquaintance, his persona was the same. Intelligent and dedicated, Karl DID make the world a better place within his sphere. Rest in Peace Karl with the knowledge that in Heaven, which is not constrained by human limitations, you know the exact time when you shall be reunited eternally with those whom you love and who have loved you.
Dear Francie and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Karl. What a terrible loss to everyone who knew him. Rest assured that he left us all with so many wonderful memories that he will never be forgotten. Suzie Nicklos
Dear Francie and family, we are so saddened to hear about Karl’s passing. He was a dear friend and we mourn his loss. We have many fond memories of both of you. Sending our deepest sympathies, hugs and prayers. ?????? Tom and Cherryl Tomaszewski
I had the privilege of knowing and working with Karl for many years at the USG. A true gentleman in every sense of the word. A very good man gone way to soon. My most sincere condolences. Doug Byard
We were so sorry to hear about Karl. As a colleague he was a true professional who displayed a kindness and a love for his family. He will be remembered for all the joy he gave to those who knew him. Bill and Barbara Ross
Karl was a gentleman in the original sense of the word—he was gentle, kind and looked after others. He was one of a tight knit group of us who attended leadership training together years ago. He and Francie often hosted our group get togethers in subsequent years. We all valued his friendship, which he readily extended. He had a wonderful sense of humor and warmed the room with his smiles. Francie, our hearts break for you. And we will miss him so much. Nancy Randa and Mike Hansen
Francie, we share deeply in your loss. I am looking at our special agents class photo from 40 years ago, and there is Karl, standing tall, with that ever present smile. We will all miss that presence, that humor, and most importantly that friendship. May he rest in peace. Charlie and Hildy
Karl was The first Eucharistic minister I met at St John Neumann. He was so kind in showing me the ropes. Our 7:30 group became like a family to me. it won’t be the same without Karl. He finished the race and is receiving the wreath of victory. God wanted to have his wry sense of humor in heaven. have never met a better man than Karl I can only imagine what his loss means to Francis and his family
Karl and I first worked together in Security beginning in 1984. Karl was kind, thoughtful and highly professional officer – overall a “class act”. During this time, he began dating Francie and was soon sent on a long business trip by the office. This was before the internet and cell phones, so prior to departing on the 5-6 week trip he gave me some money and asked me to periodically send flowers to his girlfriend Francie while he was away. He did not however, give me any instructions about what to write on the card accompanying “his” flowers to Francie, giving me the latitude to invent whatever message I thought he would have likely written! Fortunately, Francie is a pretty intuitive person and quickly realized that someone other than Karl must be sending the flowers on his behalf. I later confessed after Karl returned from the trip. Over the years, Karl and I attended training together, were coworkers and friends. Karl was collaborative, caring and always willing to help coworkers; like me who needed a lot of advice. My wife Corinne and I had the honor of attending Karl and Francie’s wedding. I drive past the Sheraton on Route 28 almost daily and I often think back to the beautiful wedding reception they held there. While serving in Europe, Karl would periodically visit us, usually in connection with a visit to his brother and his family who lived in the same apartment compound in Frankfurt. More recently, we would see Francie at the Worldgate gym in Herndon and periodically meet her and Karl for dinner. Personally, I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Karl’s passing. He was a good man with a strong ethical and religious compass. He will be missed by many, including me. Our prayers are with him and Francie. Paul Graver
Remembering you and “Karl Schilling” in our minds and in our hearts. Our heartfelt wishes for Gods love and guiding through this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to the Schilling family. Courtney and Joe worked for me and Joanne has been a big cheerleader in my life. I’m so sorry to read of Karl’s death.