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William Louis Schuckel
May 15, 1937 - February 21, 2025
William Schuckel Obituary
He graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Forestry and moved with Helen to Oregon where all five children were born and where he worked for the Oregon State Tax Commission, appraising independently owned timber. He had a life-long love for the outdoors which ultimately took the family to Vancouver Island, where he worked for McMillan Bloedel for thirty years in an active and rewarding career.
He leaves behind family who loved him deeply, including: his wife of 65 years, Helen (Burton), children Joe, Sara/John, Victoria, Rob/Lisa, grandchildren Carli/Jon, Jena/Eric, Jeri/George, Madailein, Maria and Oscar and great grandson Cairo. He is predeceased by his parents, Edwin and Marie, his brother Jerry, and by his first and beloved son, Ed. His loss is felt by the far-flung Schuckel and Burton families in the US and from friends in the Cowichan Valley and beyond.
A dual citizen of Canada and the US for decades, Bill loved Vancouver Island. He was a forester, hunter, boater, fisher, volunteer deputy fire chief, emergency responder, firearms safety instructor and member of the Catholic church. When he cast his vote in recent US elections, his values aligned most closely with Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and Kamala Harris. He was not a complicated individual, and yet, in the words of Walt Whitman, he 'contained multitudes' and those who knew him are richer for this.
Memories and Condolences
for William Schuckel
Sponsored by the Victoria Times Colonist.
6 Entries
Mayi Heitmann
March 5, 2025
Dear Helen and Family, My deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. May the life and beautiful memories you shared over 65 years give you the comfort and peace during this difficult time. Love and prayers, Mayi Heitmann (Maple Bay beach)
Russell Gaudin
March 5, 2025
R.I.P. Bill You were my Hunter Training course instructor back in the 80s. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Kathleen Schuckel Andrews
March 4, 2025
Dear Schuckel Family,
Thank you for sharing information about your kind and remarkable husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. I send comfort and hope my little note is one tiny example of the many ways William Louis Schuckel's life has and will bring joy to others, even now.
Ms. Helen Burton Schuckel -- I'm grateful to you for being my key to finding more about your husband. I put the two of your names together in my ancestry search after first finding the notice of your marriage license.
My father is Ron Schuckel, Bill's first cousin. The two never met, but my dad will be thrilled to read about your dad's political beliefs. Times have long been difficult for Hoosier Democrats like us but now more than ever.
I practice amateur genealogy as a hobby and would be happy to share/exchange Schuckel records and lore.
With heart-felt sympathy and pride in the Schuckel name,
Kathleen Schuckel Andrews, Indianapolis
Madge and Casey Weber
March 1, 2025
Dear Helen and Family
We are saddened to hear of Bill's passing, We are with you in thought and prayer. May this kind and friendly gentleman, rest in peace. Sincerely, Madge and Casey Weber.
Sue Kilvington
February 28, 2025
Dear Helen and Family - sincere condolences to you and the family on Bill's passing. I only met Bill a few times but he was always friendly and welcoming. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Your Beach Buddy Sue Kilvington
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