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Michael Scully Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - Michael John Scully, 82, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2008, in Springfield.
Michael was born May 24, 1926, in London, the son of Thomas A. Scully and Violet M. Simpson.
He graduated from Harvard University and in 1955 married Jean Scheckler of Racine, Wis., who passed away in 2007.
Michael and Jean ran an organic farm in Buffalo until 1984 when they joined the Springfield community.
Michael was president of the Union Station Foundation, a not-for-profit charity that supports the Elijah Isles House Foundation, the Abraham Lincoln Foundation, Southwind Park, the Lincoln Land Community College Scholarship Fund, the American Field Service and the Lincoln Public Library District.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Paula Alyce Scully; his sons, Thomas Peter Scully, Michael James (wife, Nanchen) Scully and John Frederick (wife, Tammy) Scully; his brother, Peter D. (wife, Olivia) Scully; his mother-in-law, Mrs. Albert Scheckler; and seven grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31, 2008, at Trinity Episcopal Church in Lincoln with Father James Cravens officiating. Burial will follow in Old Union Cemetery. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., also at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Union Station Foundation.
Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home in Lincoln is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Scully
June 1, 2008
paula & family
having just been through the same pain and loss we wish to express our deepest sympathy to all the family of mr.scully. we will miss him dearly. after 30 some years it just will not be the same. mr. & mrs. scully were excellent clients to work for. loved them both! sending love ooo &xxxs vern & pam
Kathleen (Kathy) Brenner (Schafer)
June 1, 2008
Dear Tom, Michael, Paula and John,
Sorry to hear about the most recent loss of your father.
Kathleen (Kathy) Brenner (Schafer)
June 1, 2008
Tom, Michael and Paula,
Sorry to hear about the most recent loss of your father.
The Peterman Family and Deb Oughton
May 31, 2008
We are sorry about your loss. Both Michael and Jean were a blessing in our lives. Our prayers are with you and yours.
Lucia Oelz
May 30, 2008
To your family, Michael, the George Scully Family sends love. How I remember my "big" cousins playing croquet with us four little girls in Lincoln and sailing the wonderful waters of Walloon. Love from Uncle George and all of us.
John Stewart
May 30, 2008
To Michael's family: I enjoyed knowing Michael and all the rest of you during my father's long work with the Scully Estates. You have our most sincere condolences.
Drew Davis and Staff of Davis Financial Group
May 30, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Stu Kainste
May 30, 2008
Dear Friends: I already miss Michael. He was an inspiration to me many times over, in many of the different roads I have traveled.
Cindy & Annabelle Violet Scully
May 30, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Richard Sumrall/Director
May 30, 2008
Our condolences to the family of Michael Scully from the Board of Trustees and Employees at the Lincoln Public Library District, Lincoln, Illinois.
Lori (Wiltshire) Ackman Family
May 30, 2008
Dear John and Tammy, family and friends,
I'm so sorry for your loss, may you find comfort thru God and each other during this difficult time. Your all in my thoughts and prayers now and always.
Sincerely,
Missy Levi
May 30, 2008
Tammy,
Thinking about you.
Mis
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