Asst. Chief Robert R. Shick Jr.

Robert R. Shick, Jr., 56, Assistant Fire Chief, Walnuttown Fire Company, Berks County, of Maidencreek Township, was fatally injured in the line-of-duty on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Richmond Township, along with his best friend and Chief Jeffory L. Buck. He was the husband of Jennifer C. (Held) Shick. They were married March 16, 1990. Born in Abington, PA, Robert was a son of Doris (Jones) Mansley, Ocean Village, NJ, and the late Robert R. Shick, Sr.

Rob was a graduate of William Tennent High School, Bucks County. He most recently was employed as a truck driver for Viwinco Windows and Doors, Morgantown, since 2025. Prior, he was employed as a laborer and truck driver for East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc., Lyon Station for 29 years. He also worked as a roofer with his uncle Don, at Don's Roofing, Egypt, Lehigh County. Rob was a race enthusiast and worked on Clean-up #3 at Pocono Raceway for 10 years.

Rob was a volunteer fire fighter with the Walnuttown Fire Company, Richmond Township, Berks County, since his early teens. He served as the assistant chief for multiple years, most recently since 2024. He also briefly served with the Virginville Fire Company, Richmond Township, Berks County, PA. Rob was also a member of the Alsace Manor Fire Company Social Quarters.

Rob served as a soccer coach for Fleetwood Youth Soccer Club, for over ten years. He enjoyed camping, four-wheeling, and off-roading. He was a member of the former Walnuttown Rod and Gun Club. As we mourn the loss of Rob, we remember his infectious smile, his kind heart, and his quick wit, which brought joy to everyone he met. Robert will be deeply missed, not only by his family but by all who were fortunate to know him.

In addition to his wife of 36 years, Jen, and mother, Doris, Rob is survived by his son, Brett S. Shick, husband of Lauren M. (Weber) Shick, Mohnton; and daughter, Brittany S. Shick, wife of Ashley C. (Henderson) Shick, Fleetwood; eight grandchildren, Dakota, Mya, Landon, Colton, Michael, Madison, Baileigh, and James; siblings, Richard Shick, Cheryl Pedrazzani, Andrew Winkler and Erine Winkler; step-father, Keneth Mansley; extended family members; and countless friends who will miss him dearly.

Along with his father, Rob was predeceased by his step-mother, Jan Shick.

Joint Funeral Services for Chief Jeffory L. Buck and Assistant Chief Robert R. Shick, Jr. will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in Fleetwood High School Auditorium, 803 N. Richmond Street, Fleetwood. Relatives, friends and fellow first responders are invited to joint viewings on Friday evening, April 10, 2026, from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. in Fleetwood High School Auditorium. Final Disposition for both fire fighters will be private at the convenience of each of their families. Doors will open on Saturday morning beginning at 9:15 a.m. and there will not be a viewing prior to the service.

The family requests contributions be made in Rob's memory to Walnuttown Fire Company c/o Fleetwood Bank, P.O. Box 105, Fleetwood, PA 19522-0105 or accepted at any Fleetwood Bank locations OR Robert R. Shick, Jr. Memorial Fund c/o Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Inc., P.O. Box 292, Kutztown, PA 19530-0292 for the future education of Rob's grandchildren.

Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Inc., Kutztown and Topton, PA is profoundly honored to be caring for Chief Buck and Assistant Chief Shick and their families during this extremely difficult time. Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting their obituary tribute pages at www.Ludwickfh.com.