David Ray Scharnhorst, age 65, of Richton Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2014. Beloved husband of Deborah Scharnhorst nee VanHorn. Loving father of Marisa (Michael) Slattery and Justin Scharnhorst. Cherished grandfather Michael and Kaylee Slattery. Dear brother of Norman, Norene (Veater) Barton, Charlene Cravens and the late Henry Scharnhorst. Dear uncle to many nieces and nephews. Memorial gathering to be held Monday February 3, 2014 beginning 4:00 p.m. at the Amercian Legion Post 474 Hall 3539 214th St, Matteson, IL. Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Homes-Steger Memorial Chapel 3045 Chicago Road Steger, IL 60475.