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Nathan Scheeler Obituary
DUNLAP - Nathan Allen Scheeler, 19, of rural Dunlap died at 3:50 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2009, the result of a car accident on Dickison Cemetery Road, south of Dunlap.
Nathan was born in Peoria on Feb. 21, 1990, the son of Rex A. and Cindy A. Colgan Scheeler.
His parents survive, along with a sister, Samantha, and brother, Jonathan, both at home. Also surviving are his maternal grandparents, Bill and Carol Colgan, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Russ and Caryl Scheeler.
Nathan graduated from Dunlap High School in 2008. He was attending Illinois Central College, working toward a degree in business.
He was working as a manager at the Red Carpet Car Wash on North Knoxville in Peoria.
He enjoyed working on and rebuilding his Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Nathan was a member of DSMPurity.com, a club dedicated to the car model, and Nathan's car was featured in the club's annual calendar. He also enjoyed Frisbee golf in Bradley Park, riding his four-wheeler and spending time with his many friends.
Nathan dearly loved his sister, Samantha, and his brother, Jonathan. And he loved his dog, Blue.
Nathan attended Northwoods Community Church, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2009. His uncle, Scott Lindell, will officiate. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Prospect Cemetery in Dunlap.
Memorial contributions may be made in honor of his cousin, Kate Colgan, to Little People of America, Little Prairie Chapter, 1822 Baldwin Road, Jacksonville, IL 62650.
Hammitt-Hott Funeral Home in Princeville is in charge of arrangements. Private condolences may be sent to the family via www.hammitt-hott.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nathan Scheeler
July 8, 2009
Dear Cindy, Rex and Family,
Tear choked I struggle to write words that I do not have, except to say that we are praying for him and for you. I don't know how you could bear it, and yet we know that you must. That life may become more bearable tomorrow, we sincerely pray and hope. We also pray that senseless the loss of this bright life may still leave a bright light to follow and strengthen the bonds in your family, to keep us all the more precious to each other. May God Bless you and ease your suffering, even if it can never make sense.
With our deepest sympathy,
Dan and Jen D'Arco
Becky Siuzdak
June 18, 2009
Dear Scheeler family,
You do not know me but your son has touched mine in such a special way he will never be forgotten. My son transferred to Dunlap High School his senior year to play for the Peoria Mustangs and the first person to talk to him was Nate. Ryan said Nate was incredible. He could make friends out of a room full of strangers that is definitely a gift. Thanks for raising such a treasure. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Siuzdak family
Susan Beaupre
June 17, 2009
I am so sorry about your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. May Nate rest in peace and keep smiling down on the rest of us until someday when we join him in Heaven.
The Brodkin/Beaupre Family
Burt Raabe
June 17, 2009
Rex and Cindy,
I know you gave your son a wonderful life.
Mary McMullen Slaughter
June 17, 2009
Rex and Cindy,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I can't image your pain. Words can not take away your grief; just know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Love and Prayers
Cindy Harris (Wuthrich)
June 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 16, 2009
Rex, Cindy, Jon and Sam ~
We are so very, very sorry for your loss of Nathan. Words cannot express...Please know you are in our thoughts and in our prayers. Remember, this isn't goodbye forever.
All our love,
The Berry Family
Tina Hibbs Doran
June 16, 2009
Rex and Cindy,
I am so very sorry for your pain. My son, Mike, and Nate knew each other and shared some of the same friends. A parent should never have to go through this. There are no words to express my sorrow. I will think of you and keep you in my prayers.
Tricia Reichard
June 16, 2009
Cindy, Rex & Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers constantly. I pray God will give you comfort in the days to come. God Bless!
Tricia,Denny & Quinton Reichard
Brett & Aly Renner
Stephanie (Menold) Murthy
June 16, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss of Nathan. I remember Nathan as an adorable little guy I used to babysit. It just breaks my heart.
Rita Conrad Hartley
June 16, 2009
To the Colgan and Scheeler Families,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
May you find strenghth during this difficult time in the love of friends and family.
Greg & Kim Andrews
June 15, 2009
To the Scheeler Family,
No words can express...our prayers are with you and your extended family and friends. The Andrews Family
Cheryl (Wagenbach) Grassi & Family
June 15, 2009
Rex & Cindy & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I can not comprehend your pain but Jesus knows what you are going through. Lean and Him and He will help you. Our prayers are with you!
CANDY PLACE
June 15, 2009
DEAR FAMILY
I DID NOT KNOW YOUR SON BUT I WANTED TO SEND YOUR FAMILY HEARTFELT SYMPATHY. IN 1972 I LOSSED MY FIRST BOYFRIEND TO A CAR WRECK ON THE SAME ROAD YOUR BOY WAS ON AND I WAS DEVISTATED. I USED TO LIVE IN PEORIA I NOW RESIDE IN TENNESSEE BUT I JUST WAS LOOKING THROUGH THE OBITUARIES AND COME ACROSS YOUR BOY AND I SEEN HE WAS IN A WRECK ON THAT ROAD AND I WAS JUST COMPELLED TO WRITE TO YOU. MY BOYFRIEND WAS 17 WHEN HE PASSED AWAY. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY NOW AND ALWAYS.
kelly
June 15, 2009
Dear Scheeler Family,
I do not personally know you but my children who have attended school at Dunlap know of your family. I can only try to imagine the pain you feel now as I have never experienced the loss of a child. I can tell you how deeply your son's accident has made an impact on my college and high school age daughters and we have had many conversations about him since they heard of the accident and as I previously mentioned I have never met your son. I have read some of the facebook entries and it sounds like your son will always be remembered for his ability to be positive and have a great sense of humor--loving life. I believe as many others do that the day we are born god has our life path planned and only be knows what our purpose here on this earth is for. Maybe this sounds selfish to you today, but god's plan for Nathan might have been for him to be an example to others and save the lives of many other young adults who he impacted so much with his great personality and love for life. I think at some point I could find comfort in that thought. The power of prayer is so great and how peaceful and comforting it is to feel god's love surrounding you. I hope you can turn to god for comfort. We are sorry for your loss.
amy poparad
June 15, 2009
Words cannot describe my sorrow.
amy poparad (Greg's mom)
Carroll and Sue (Meyer) Campbell
June 15, 2009
To the Scheeler Family,
We were heartbroken for you when we heard about Nathan. Please know our prayers are with you all.
Jenny Yordy
June 15, 2009
Cindy, Rex and family,
We were so saddened to hear about the loss of Nathan. We will be praying for you during this difficult time. Please, please call us if you ever need anything, no matter what the time. You all are in my prayers.
Dawn Reeder Cotten
June 15, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Scott Brodkin
June 15, 2009
Dear Scheeler Family
I know its impossible to put into words, but I just wish I could explain how sorry I am about the loss of Nate. I know this has to be especially hard for you guys because I know how hard it is for everyone else, so I can't imagine being in your shoes. Nate was one of the best all around guys I've ever known... people aren't kidding when they say the worst things always happen to the best people. I have so many good memories with Nate, and I'll never forget him. You'll be in my prayers.
Nate-Dawg, I love you buddy and I'll never forget you. You could always change the mood with your fun loving personality and I seriously stand by the fact that I've NEVER met somebody who didn't like you.... you'll be missed my man.
R.I.P.
Scott & Mindy Riden & Girls
June 15, 2009
Dear Rex, Cindy and Family
We are very saddened to here of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Scott & Mindy Riden & Girls
Beth Foster-Hattan
June 15, 2009
Rex, Cindy and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your the loss of your son. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Allen & Beth Foster-Hattan
T Bart
June 15, 2009
I do not know you personally but my heart absolutely breaks for you and your family...this is such a tragic loss. Please find strength in your friends, family, and faith...God will guide you through this and lead you to peace. Your family will be in my prayers!
Colleen Wade
June 15, 2009
Dear Rex, Cindy, and family...
I am so sorry of Nathan's loss to you here on Earth. I know my concept of your loss cannot compare to the actual feeling. I've been praying for you since I heard, as are many others.
eileen Bergquist
June 15, 2009
Scheeler Family:
We are sending you our sympathy. The loss of a child is so painful, however, Gods plan for him has to be greater.
Bill and Carol Colgan: Again we send our sympathy. We know the loss for you is greater than words can explain.
God Bless each of you.
Howard and Eileen Bergquist.
Georgia Burns
June 15, 2009
Mark and Maria,
I am so sorry for the loss in your family. Please accept my condolences.
June 15, 2009
Cindy and Rex & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. You are in my prayers and I know at a time like this family and friends are there for you .
Judy Bischof
Cathy Hunchusky Cooley
June 15, 2009
Dear Rex, Cindy and family,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son Nathan. I know words cannot even begin to ease the pain you are feeling, but keep in mind there are so many people who care and are keeping your family in their thoughts and prayers, as I am.
Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in times of trouble
Kevin and Grace Herrmann
June 15, 2009
Rex, Cindy and family
Were sorry to hear about your loss.our prayer are with you.
Look To GOD in your time of need and he will provide.
Kevin and Grace Herrmann and family
Joan Porter
June 15, 2009
Rex, Cindy and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joan and Dave Porter
June 15, 2009
Sorry to hear about your loss. we will keep you in our prayers and hope things get better. I also know that the Princeville Hammot-hott will treat you very well. They treated my family well. Best of luck
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