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Virgil Scheffe Obituary

Virgil J. Scheffe, 84, passed away on February 14, 2014 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The son of Robert Adam and Bertha (Bierig) Scheffe, he was born in Lahoma, Oklahoma. He was united in marriage for 61 years to Shirley Garton in Canon City, Colorado. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Virgil also loved the restaurant business and the last restaurant he owned and operated was Roy's Lunch in Canon City, Colorado until his retirement in 1985. Virgil was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1952 and was a member of the V.F.W. Post 4061. Mr. Scheffe is survived by his loving wife, Shirley; children, Michael (Deanne) Scheffe, Mark (Stephanie) Scheffe, and Matthew (Kyle) Scheffe; eight grandchildren; and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Gene Scheffe; and sister, Lavada Olson. Funeral Service will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at the Wilson Funeral Home Chapel in Canon City, CO. Interment will follow at Lakeside Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Wilson Funeral Home.

Published by The Canon City Daily Record on Feb. 18, 2014.
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We are sorry to hear that you lost Virgil. We didn't know about it until we visited Helen Scheffe in the care home last Saturday, March 14th. Our love to you all.

Lawrence & Judy Scheffe

March 19, 2014

Thoughts, prayers, and warm memories are with you Shirley, Mike, Mark, Matt and the rest of the family. Randy and I are sending love and hugs your way.

Gay Scott (Thacker)

February 20, 2014

We are so sorry that we didn't have more time to get to know Virgil. We could see that he was still looking for his "next adventure", as he walked about the property of his new-found dwelling, here at the Exeter Apartments, in Colorado Springs. For a certainty, Virgil was a man who never gave up hope for his dreams yet to be fulfilled. We all could learn from his zeal for life. Our heartfelt sympathy rests with his beloved Family.

Exeter Management

February 19, 2014

I am so sorry to hear for your loss. Prayers are with the family. He was such great boss and friend.Had such a great time working at Roy's Lunch and loved all the family.

Kathy Cumbie

February 19, 2014

We'll miss Virgil, he always made us feel welcome in his restaurant, Roy's Lunch. It felt like home and he treated us like family. Hang in there Matt and all, our prayers are with you.

Alvin and Gloria Koppinger

February 19, 2014

I am truly saddened by the loss of Virgil. My deepest condolences to Shirley, Mike, Mark, Matt and the entire family. Virgil was a true gem. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jan Anderson "Thacker"

February 18, 2014

We will always remember Virgil with his joking and laughter at Scheffe & Bierig Reunions. His Enid, Oklahoma Cousins will miss him deeply. Our Love & Prayers are with Shirley and the Entire family.

Dennis & Pat Scheffe

February 18, 2014

I'm very sorry for your loss. Virgil was a great man whom I'll never forget. Mike Todd

February 18, 2014

My Family and myself are sure going to miss the backyard conversations over the fence. Virgil was a wonderful Father, Husband, Grandpa, Great Grandpa and friend, he will be missed! Sending prayers and lots of love to Shirley, Mike, Mark, Matt and the rest of his wonderful family!

Crystal Nicholson (Wagner)

February 18, 2014

We are saddened by Virgil's passing. Virgil will be missed by us. Shirley and Virgil became an integral part of our lives as neighbors. And we could always count on Shirley's prayers when Tom got ill. We miss you.

Tom & Louise Shilling

February 18, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Wilson-Andrews Funeral Home & Crematory

February 17, 2014

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