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ROYE SCHELL Obituary

Roye Schell, 73, of Sarasota, FL, passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2011, at the Hospice House of Sarasota. Roye was surrounded by his loving family and was released from this realm in peace. Roye was born January 24, 1938 in Scotia, NY. He was the son of the late George and Edith Schell. Roye was a believer of all that is good, a lover of everything natural, an artist extraordinaire, a mentor to all, a lifelong committed partner, the greatest Father three daughters could have hoped for and perhaps most importantly, a free-thinker in all regards. Roye is survived by the many community members whose lives he touched. His life partner of 43 years, Steven Vincent-DiGiorgio; daughters, Desiree Schell (Thomas Lara), Daria Walker (James), Jolie Schell-Schroeder (James Schroeder); grandchildren, Aja Martin, Briana Martin, Tessa Martin, Alexa Martin, Seth Schell, Nichole Walker, Vanessa Walker, and Dylan Schell-Schroeder; sister, Lois Hudson (Donald), and brother, James Schell (Carol); artistic partner, Robin Mazey (Avi Golub), and beloved feline, Pandamonium. He was predeceased by his brothers, Ronald (Butch) Schell and George K. Schell. Services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers or gifts, memorial contributions may be made in Roye Schell's memory to the Tidewell Hospice House of Sarasota, 5957 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Nov. 30, 2011.

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Dylan James

June 29, 2025

Baba, missing you so much today. Thank you for teaching me how to be a genuine and compassionate man. We all love you more than I can describe. Just wish I could give you a hug.

Alexa Rose

November 24, 2023

Baba, nearly 12 years is a long time to miss your endearing laughs and loud claps. We carry on as a family the best we know how and we´re still looking out for each other. We love you

Stevie

November 24, 2023

Baba,
So many years have passed, and my home still sings songs of your love for life.
The family has grown, and the music of your life still lingers loudly in every room.
Rest in peace knowing that all you have taught us resounds in all we do and plan.
Your children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren will always be reminded of all the good times and memories that were made together.
NAMASTE

Jolie

May 15, 2022

Ten years without you
What we´ve been through
We´ve had marriage celebrations
New family additions
Fought and beat cancer
And a brain tumor
Children grown
Babies born
Your great grand children
Anya, Owen and Donovan
You would be happy to see
How your family has come to be
Hanging prayer flags in your backyard
Again, we see you keeping guard

Daria Walker

November 24, 2021

Celebrating all aspects of what Baba created. We each carry on his memory when act from our heart.

Mark Palmer

November 24, 2021

So many moments have passed since you have transcended this plain. Lives started anew. Immeasurable changes for all that you have left behind . you continue to touch so many lives . mine included. You are gone ,but never will you be forgotten ! Xoxoxo

Mark Palmer

November 24, 2020

You will always live in my memory and my heart . You have impacted my life forever! Xoxox

Roye - Kathy Conry - Robin - at Brooklyn Heights Art Show

Robin Mazey

December 8, 2012

Dearest friend, partner, teacher, inspiration. From nineteen sixty eight to now...a continuous thread woven into a rainbow tapestry for life.
Sorely missed yet always there..HOME and garden go on with your guidance..
Om Mani Padme Hum......robin

November 25, 2012

Baba, Its hard to believe that we have gone on for almost one year without you. Although, I suppose you have actually been with us as we keep traditions alive in your honor, smile and laugh with memories, and share stories of our time with you. You are greatly missed, and I will forever remember your special love.

-Tessa-Toni-

Briana Tao

November 3, 2012

My friend ,my blood ,my Rising sun ... If anyone knew me .. you were the one .
And though the sun has set for you, I still wake every day to that same sun new..
Breathe in the day ,into me and into you.. And hold the moments that you come through ..when that sun Shoots rainbows on my walls , And how hard you faught for life , for us ...
i know I can fight and rise
above it all...
I miss you my friend, The way you made me laugh till I cried ,The love and tenderness ,caress ,the simple things , i never knew ....could be the things I miss the most about you...
For every day you lived to see ,I hope at least the same for me .
you were my friend ,my love ,my rising and setting sun...
And Though your days are done ...
mine here have just begun .I will carry on those simple things that made up you ,to know love and light and truth
And never forget who I am ,is because of you .....I hope your last sunset was a beautiful ,musical ,Symphony.... And can only Pray the same for me ..
Till my last day is done and again we are one ..
my love ,my life ,my shining sun... Love you girl, love u more.. Briba

Seth Schell

October 8, 2012

Well i don't really know where to begin. I can say that all the great things I remember about us will always be with me. The whipped cream with rainbow sprinkles in a wooden bowl, the smarties, and just being in your pressence. I had always dreaded the day you had passed. But in our family's heart's you will never ever really leave us. Thank You. I love you my Baba...
Your little redhead, Seth

triston meucci

October 7, 2012

A LABOR OF LOVE IS WHAT I SAW, IN THE GARDEN, IN THE ART, IN THE HOSPITALITY,IN ROYE.

Alexa Rosie

October 5, 2012

Love you baba.

Alexa Rose

October 5, 2012

Baba,
I wish you were still here on this earth with us. Initially while I think of you I laugh and feel warm inside thinking of waffle wednesdays and rainbows and ritz crackers out of wood bowls. And tinker toys and puzzles and card games and cats and collages and flowers. I feel sad when I realize those days are gone but I'll never stop cherishing all those great times we had. Remember when I stuck my hair right in your mouth! Haha that was always funny. And you always teased me about "Don't talkkkk aboutt ittt", when I lost my tooth. And hold your cards up! (and we'd shoot our hands to the ceiling)..you said it wasn't cheating if I showed them to you. I will always miss you and I will never forget. I wish you could have been around forever to meet all the important people that will one day be in my life, and share the magic with them that you instilled in me. I am sad but I love you and I love the family you gave me. And I know we will overcome all obstacles that have come in your passing and in the end remain the strong, loving, unique family we were with you. I can't say it enough, I love you.. Love, Alexa Rosebud

Dylan Schroeder

October 2, 2012

Baba wasn't just my grandfather, he was one of my best friends. Gone, but never forgotten, love you Baba.

Aja Martin

September 8, 2012

I think of you everyday, without fail. I light a candle by your picture and say good morning. I water my plants , light a stick of Nag(the same huge box I got from you and Stevie last Christmas)and all this, I learned from you.
Drinking my coffe from my Smurf cup, picking cherry tomatoes with a salt shaker in my pocket, digging in my dirt hole(something I still do, just now) and singing sentences just to make the words sound better.
I don't know why I am so surprised of all the ways we are alike, maybe it's because you are gone now. Which, by the way, was a day I never wanted to know. I was convinced you would live forever.
All the time I was lucky to spend with you, all the lessons you taught, most without realizing, those are my most treasured memories.
I love you now and forever. I thank you for all that you, and Stevie, did for me and for our family, and I will miss you everyday for the rest of my life.
All my Love,
Aja Chrystal

YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTEN...BABA

MARK PALMER

July 2, 2012

Jimi

July 1, 2012

Gentle Hands

Many a Saturday, we'd meet and we'd play
Mostly at his place 'cause he liked it that way
It began with conversing enjoying coffee or tea
It was habit forming for Jolie and me
We would party, play cards or some game, for hours on end
Roye was such a good loser when others would win
Sometimes we'd laugh so hard it would make us cry
Priceless moments shared that money can't buy
Sister and brother in laws, nieces, nephews and friends would be there
All drawn to his presence, with something to share
Music would play and stories were told
We all grew closer as the night would unfold
Holidays and birthdays were always to him, a real special thing
And at all of our birthdays Roye and Steven would sing
Happy birthday,
To each and every one of us
Whether you liked it or not
But the caring and sharing was what it's about
They say all things must come to an end
And with the passing of Roye, we've lost a good friend
He lives on in my thoughts, his children, my child and wife
His partner and friends together through life
But off he goes now to the mysterious unknown
Maybe dealing those cards or throwin' them bones
Planting a garden or making some art
Whatever it is, you'll remain in our hearts
We'll go on with our lives, and there might be times
As we wander on through
Wondering and we'll find, asking ourselves
What would Roye do?
He'd give loving advice, which came at no price; I think you'll find that it's true
And he'd fill up the bowl, clap those big gentle hands and pass it on over to you
I will continually feel his presence for he always made me feel welcomed,
A lot of special times were had when we hung out
Not only my father in law, but a friend tried and true no doubt
I won't be able to pass a garden or work in my own without thinking of him
The inspiration for my garden and much meaningful insight
And I'll always remember the peaceful warrior he was, right to the end
Om mani padme hum, and with love and light
See ya later Baba, our Father, Partner, Grandfather and Friend

Tessa - Aja - Baba - Vanessa - Nichole

Stephen Vincent DiGiorgio

March 30, 2012

Seth - Baba - Dylan

Stephen Vincent DiGiorgio

March 30, 2012

Alexa - Baba - Tessa

Stephen Vincent DiGiorgio

March 30, 2012

Daria - Baba - Jolie

Stephen Vincent DiGiorgio

March 30, 2012

Aja-Jolie-Baba-Desiree-Briana

Steven Vincent

March 28, 2012

April 7th 2012 - Memorial Celebration for Baba (Roye Schell) Love - Peace - Gratitude - Forever - Steven

Jolie

March 26, 2012

Roye, love, artist, inspiration, support, mentor, fun, kind, gardener, love, father-in-law, giving, generous, crazy, funny, card player, love, creative, laughter, partner, committed, kooky, dedicated, playful, love, son, strong, homebody, hip, handsome, caregiver, cool, love, brother, stubborn, grandfather, friend, love, priceless, father, Baba

In my heart, forever.

MARK PALMER

March 2, 2012

BABA...YOU HAVE IMPACTED MY LIFE...IN WAYS I COULD HAVE NEVER IMAGINED...TEACHING ME THE WAYS OF THE BUDDHA...SHOWING ME HOW TO LOVE...SELFLESSLY....HOW TO EXPRESS MYSELF ...ARTISTICLY...HOW TO LAUGH...AND HOW TO CRY...THAT IT WAS OK TO FEEL...AND TO BE....YOU CREATED SO MANY BEAUTIFUL THINGS....AND I FELL IN LOVE...WITH YOUR ELDEST DAUGHTER...WHO I HAVE NEVER FEEL OUT OF LOVE WITH...AND SHE GAVE US BOTH AJA...AND I NEVER GOT TO SAY THANK YOU ....FOR MAKING HER WHO SHE IS.....AND I KNOW YOU KNOW...HOW MUCH SHE LOVES YOU...AND I SEE SO MUCH OF YOUR WAYS ...IN HER WAYS....SO THANK YOU BABA...I WILL NEVER FORGET...ALL THE TIMES WE HAVE SHARED...THE LAUGHTER...THAT TURNED TO TEARS....THE GREAT SHOWES...THE GIRLS PREFORMED....SANDING THE MOONS...TILL THE WE
HOURS...THE SUNSETS OVER NEW JERSEY....ABD THAT GREAT LABELLE CONCERT....YOU WILL ALWAYS BE APART OF MY HEART..I LOVE YOU ALWAYS.....MARK

Briana martin

February 23, 2012

Briana Martin

February 23, 2012

My Baba, my light, my love.. I will breathe for you, see for you, laugh for you, live for you... love you and miss you ..everyday..of my life. Thank you for creating such a beautiful family.. I promise we will carry on your legacy.. All my lovin

Sara and Lucille Grabowski Luck

January 22, 2012

To Steve And All , A shock to hear this new!!! Roy touched all of our lives for the greater good. Lucille and I speak of all of you often. our positive thoughts are flowing your way. love Lucille and sara. 518-332-5458

December 31, 2011

To My favorite cousin Stevie, dear one... we are all so sorry for the loss of our sweetheart Roye (Baba). I always knew in my heart how much you both meant to each other. A true love made in heaven. He will always be with us. All of the fun times we had together we must hold dear in our hearts. With all my love, y.f.c. SharynRose

Daria Walker

December 30, 2011

To My Dearest Steven-
We were all so very fortunate to have had Baba in our lives. I will always remember him as full of love and full of life. We should all remember to live our lives and strive for our dreams as he taught us. So many words come to mind when I think of him; compassion, love, joy, acceptance and above all PEACE. His legacy will live on in our hearts and we can all practice what he modeled for us all these years. The world truly is a better place because he was here. You are both with me every day. Daria

December 24, 2011

Dear Uncle Stevie,

We feel so fortunate to have had the joy to know Roye! Our memories of our visits to see you and Roye in Sarasota bring such great feelings of warmth and fun. Roye filled the house with beauty, from his colorful art, to his gorgeous gardens, to his own welcoming, generous and loving spirit. He was such a supportive person; genuine in his concern, he always wanted to know about us, what we were doing, and what plans we had. Our hearts go out to you, Roye's children, and Roye's grandchildren. We will miss Roye, but please know that every time we think of Roye, it brings a smile to our minds, thoughts of peace, and warmth in our hearts, just like seeing a good friend again.

With love,
Lori, Burl, Quinn and Riley

December 17, 2011

We were blessed to have known Roye. He was a very special person who touched our lives immeasurably. Our prayers are with you Steven and with the whole family. May you feel comforted by the love that Roye expressed to all of us.
The Heard Family

Paul Lopez

December 9, 2011

Steve,
Sorry to hear about roye, wish we could have been there for you! our thoughts and payers are with you. Paul&Fred

Kathy Sipes

December 6, 2011

Stevie,
Our thoughts are with you. You have shared so much with Roye, now it is time for a new beginning. I can't imagine how hard that must be, but want you to know that we are wishing you well.
Love,
Kathy & Ted

Robin, Roye & Steven

Steven Vincent-DiGiorgio

December 3, 2011

Baba & Pandamonium

Steven Vincent-DiGiorgio

December 3, 2011

Nancy Washmuth

December 3, 2011

Dear Steve and family,
Roye..."now that was a life well-lived!" Thinking of you and I will be a prayer warrior.
Always,

Babe and Gloria

December 3, 2011

Steven, We are so sorry to know you have this loss. We are forever grateful by all sharing a common friendship with Robin. Every week on Sat. morning he would keep us posted on Roye. We did not know him but felt his presence thru our hugs with Robin. --Babe Anderson and Gloria

Dayna Kalil

December 3, 2011

Stevie, I'm so sorry for your loss. Although I never met Roye, I feel like I've known him over the years. Your emails and pictures helped me to see and understand what a wonderful, loving man he was.

Gail Glickman

December 2, 2011

Dear Steve.
We are sorry for all your anguish and for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gail and Cy Glickman

Baba's Garden

Steven Vincent-DiGiorgio

December 1, 2011

My Dear Sweet Baba....You were the wind beneath my wings ! ! For only you will I continue to Fly.....With Everlasting Love, Stevie

Vladimir Abramov

December 1, 2011

I'm so sorry for your loss. From the moment I met Baba, it was clear to me that he was the glue that held the family together. He will be sorely missed.

Randy Garmer

December 1, 2011

I am so sorry. May you find comfort with friends and family

David Brown

December 1, 2011

Steve... I am sorry for your loss. May the peace of friendship help to console you.

Gail Pettit

November 30, 2011

My prayers and loving thoughts are with all of you. May your many happy memories bring you peace.

Larry Woyciechowski

November 30, 2011

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, his loved ones, at this time.

November 30, 2011

Im so sorry to hear about skip. I heart goes out to all his family and friends. I still remember him as a young man. God bless all of his family. Cousin Mary E. Crounse Roy

Ron Furbee

November 30, 2011

My thoughts are with Roye's family in this time of need...Knowing he is resting peacefully puts a smile on my face..He was such a good man...

Gina D

November 30, 2011

Baba was always a joyful and welcoming soul who inspired me and everyone he knew. I feel very fortunate to have been able to spend holidays with him and the beautiful family he created. May he continue to touch the hearts of us all and may we all learn from the tranquility and love he shared with this physical world.

Rick Nastan

November 30, 2011

To all that knew and loved Desiree's dad - my deepest condolences. Each day that passes in my life - the love for those lost is greater. Peace.

Donna Maguire

November 30, 2011

Dear Desiree and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and hope that fond memories will ease the pain. With love, Donna Maguire.

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