MN TYPE II: Retired Non-LODD

The Crosslake Fire Department has announced funeral details for retired chief David Schliek.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of RETIRED FIRE CHIEF DAVID (DAVE) DEAN SCHLIEK age 68, of Baxter, Minnesota, formerly of Cross Lake, Minnesota, died on April 10, 2023 at Essentia St Joseph Hospital in Brainerd MN.

David was born in St. Paul, MN on March 3, 1955, to Barbara J. (Kogler) and Dean R. Schliek. He is preceded in death by his father, Dean.

David will be deeply missed by his wife, Vicki; daughter, Corrie (David) Jeremiason; son, Dean (Cassie) Schliek; grandchildren, Bailey Jo Koop, Chase Michael Koop, Kale David Koop, Allie June Koop, Kalie and Asher Jeremiason, Tatium Lynn Schliek, Talan Dean Schliek, Trenten Judd Schliek, Tristan Bradley Schliek and Teagen Jo Schliek; mother, Barbara Schliek-Coffman; sisters, Susan (Jeff) Lande, Sharon (Kevin) Thorson, Robyn (Lance) Bragstad; also many nieces and nephews.

Dave was a volunteer firefighter for the Crosslake Fire Department for many years with serving as the Chief for six and a half of those. He held the position of president for the Cuyuna Range Fire Chiefs association for several years. He also served a short stent as an interim Fire Chief in the city of Austin, MN. He was very passionate about his involvement as the Chairman of the Minnesota Fire Service Certification board from 2008-2022. His passion for fire service lead him to also become a firefighter instructor, passing on his expertise to other future firefighters. His true love however, was spending time with his family and attending his grandchildren’s activities and sporting events! He will be greatly missed.

VISITATION:
Date: Thursday April 20, 2023; 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 6190 Fairview Rd N, Baxter, MN 56425
Uniform: Class A or B Requested
Mourning Bands Cross Lake and Austin Fire Department Personnel Only

FUNERAL:
Date: Thursday April 20, 2023; 1:30 pm
Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 6190 Fairview Rd N, Baxter, MN 56425
Uniform: Class A or B Requested
Mourning Bands Cross Lake and Austin Fire Department Personnel Only

All Minnesota Firefighters are invited to support Chief Schliek family and the celebration of his life at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 6190 Fairview Rd N, Baxter, MN 56425.

There will be NO Processional. Luncheon will follow.