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for Mark Schell
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Schellby
February 22, 2026
On this day February 22, 2026, you are perpetually missed. You were a Gentle Giant who impacted many... especially your wife and daughters. We are carrying on your strong legacy. Know that Mark.
Schellby
May 12, 2024
It´s been 15 plus years and in the world today it´s still hard to believe that someone with such kindness and integrity walked in flesh and blood upon this Earth.
November 21, 2014
Bonnie Clucus
February 19, 2010
Becky, you may not remember me but I worked with Mark when he worked for the Tracy's. As others have said, I was shocked to read about his passing. He was the epitomy of health and it was a shock to me when I learned about this. I printed out his obituary the day I read it and have it posted on my cubicle wall at work. Therefore, I see him daily and it is a reminder to me to live each day like it may be my last. Minimize the daily drama that adds stress and seek what happiness and beauty God has provided for us. Mark was a gentle giant and it was always amazing to me that someone with such a calm personality could be such a successful competitive athlete! Words can not probably describe the void you have from losing Mark - but i'm sure you have one heck of a guardian angel looking over you and your daughters! Sending a much belated "deepest condolences" on your loss...Bonnie (Spink) Clucus
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Dawn McKnabb
April 21, 2009
Becky, Lindsay and Lauren,
I'm so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Chris and Cristen just told me. Mark will be deeply missed.
Jon DiSabato
March 1, 2009
Mark, It was great fun from our high school years to the time that Bruce and I spent with you last week. You will be missed by all of us. Thanks for all the rides home after the fun nights out, and for being a great friend. Jon and Laurie DiSabato
Cameron Wallace
February 28, 2009
Mark was the true measure of a man and he will deeply be missed. I will remember all of his teaching and am greatly appreciative of everything that he did for me. My deepest condolences to the family of Mark and may God be with you always.
Chuck Kerber
February 28, 2009
Rick and Joyce,
Sorry to hear about Mark. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Polly Masters Hemmer
February 27, 2009
Dear Leona and Mel,
My heart goes out to you in the loss of Mark.What a wonderful guy he was. No wonder, with such great parents. I miss all of you at St. Stephen's. Sorry I couldn't get to the service. God be with you.
Polly Masters Hemmer
John Dawson
February 27, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Schell, Mary Jo, Becky and girls, and the rest of the family.
I am very sorry for your loss. Mark was a great friend and wrestling mate at Ready. I will always remember his smile, his quiet determination and our many wrestle off's to see who would wrestle at 155 or 167 for the next meet! He will greatly missed.
Gary Pell
February 27, 2009
Dear Becky,
Jayne and I were saddened to hear about Mark. Our love and prayers go out to you and your family.
God Bless
Gary and Jayne
Don Lewis
February 27, 2009
Joyce and Rick,
I cannot fathom the pain and grief of losing a brother and friend like Mark. In you both I have always seen genuine love for your family and I know that is what sustains us all in life. Mark was an intense and dedicated young man back in the days at Bishop Ready when I knew him. From his later achievements in life it is evident that his deeply rooted faith led him in all that he did. There are few men who have the leadership skills and ability to have others follow him so readily. Mark had those qualities. If, once more, we follow his lead we'll all meet again on the other side. I am humbled to have known him. Peace be with you both and your entire family.
Andrew Wanner
February 27, 2009
Mark was always a quiet yet strong and friendly presence at Bishop Ready, always seeming to smile. He will definitely be missed.
Patti (Foust) de la Feld
February 27, 2009
Brian,
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. May your memories give you strength. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sue Goldsbury Sullivan
February 27, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Schell, Joyce, and family: my deepest sympathy for your loss. God bless you all with peace and comfort and carry you through the days ahead.
Karen Cox
February 27, 2009
Becky,
I am so sorry to hear about Mark's passing. I remember the night you saw him for the very first time. You knew then what a wonderful life you two would share. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Marilyn Wehr
February 26, 2009
Diana,
I was so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. You and your entire family are in my prayers. Having lost my brother Paul only 3 years ago I can understand the pain you are feeling. The fond memories and hope of seeing Mark again will help keep you strong.
May God bless and watch over you during this difficult time.
Marilyn (Foust) Wehr
Patsy Wuebold
February 26, 2009
Like many of those who went through all of our school years with Mark, I too remember his quite demeanor and the way he always was a sign of strength. And, Mark was always smiling, always.
May God be with all of you during this difficult time. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill and Debbie Kuhner
February 26, 2009
Mark was a great person who touched everyone he came in contact with. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Schell family at this time.
Coach Keith Ebright
February 26, 2009
Mrs. Schell, Lindsay, & Lauren: So sorry to hear of your husband and fathers' passing. He was always so supportive of his girls in whatever sport they were paticipating, and to all involved with Pickerington High School. Sorry I missed the viewing due to illnesses in my immediate family.
JEFFREY LEWIS
February 26, 2009
Although I have not seen Mark for many years he is one person who always stood out when I had the privaledge of playing football with him. He was the true 'strong silent type'. May God bless his soul and shine on down on the rest of the family. Rest in peace Mark. Save a place for me on the line of scrimmage.
Martin-Weiler Family
February 26, 2009
Mark touched so unassumingly touched so many people. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this terribly sad time.
Many blessings.
Mollie & Mike Cummins
February 26, 2009
Joyce and Family - we are so sorry to hear of your great loss. May you find comfort in your memories and knowing that Mark is at peace. You are in our thoughts and always our prayers -
Brent Sheahan
February 26, 2009
Becky, Lindsay & Lauren,
I want to offer my deepest condolences for your recent loss of a man I came to respect and admire through the very short time I came to know him while I was at NorthStar for 2 years. I wish your family nothing but the best during this very difficult time.
Kathy Savoia
February 26, 2009
I was so sad to learn of Mark's passing. I had the pleasure and privilege of working with Mark on behalf of MBD Benefits, Inc. when he handled the Health Insurance programs for Robert Weiler Company. I enjoyed hearing his wrestling stories; especially how Mr. DiSabato started the program in his basement. My deepest sympathy to all of Mark's family. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in peace, Amen.
Carol Smith
February 26, 2009
Becky, Lindsay, and Lauren,
Our family is deeply saddened. We have very fond memories of Mark. What a wonderful person!
Carol, Erin, and Mary Smith
James Irwin
February 26, 2009
I met Mark in 1983 while attending OSU and playing rugby. In short order, we became very good friends. I'm saddend to here of the Schell family loss and offer my sincere condolences . I'll always remember Mark as a gentle giant whom I'm proud to say was my true friend.
To Becky and the family, be strong. God bless.
Todd Elder
February 26, 2009
Becky, Lindsay and Lauren - I am sorry for your loss. I met Mark when he (and Allan) visited Kansas City to visit Brian and watch his nephews play sports. May God Bless you and your family in this very difficult time.
Ruth (Dawson) Yellowhawk
February 26, 2009
To all of the Schell family: So many years have passed since I had the joy of attending St. Stephens and Bishop Ready with Mark. I can only echo what has been shared about his grace, his quiet and profound strength , his warmth and integrity. I am sure that his daughters and spouse and all his relatives feel his bright Spirit everyday. With loving prayers, Ruth (Dawson) Yellow Hawk
Scott Heimlich
February 26, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss.
Your friends at Barcelona Restaurant.
Marjorie Bryan
February 26, 2009
Allan and family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. I lost my brother 12 years ago, my heart goes out to you. May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. You are in my prayers.
Charlotte Ward
February 26, 2009
Becky,
Mark was a very special guy, and I guess we will never know why God takes some who are truly kind, loving and always giving at such a young age, while others remain. However, what we do know is that Mark had a profound affect on the lives he touched in his short 48 years. If we measure our life by all that we do for others and not by the years we are here on earth, then Mark has lived a full life, and we can all be thankful we had the opportunity to know him. Mark will live on forever in your heart and soul and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. I pray that God will keep you in the palm of his hand as you heal from your loss.
With Love,
Charlotte
Julie Silcott Bogusz
February 26, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. At Bishop Ready, Mark was always kind, and sweet - one of the truely good guys. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kevin Wilgus
February 26, 2009
With a heavy heart, I pass on my thoughts and prayers to you all.
My most fond memories of Mark are growing up at St. Stephen's, where he was a role model in so many ways for me and many others. His strength was humble, kind, and true.
May you find peace in your many fond memories and strength in one another.
Beth (Chichka) Catlett
February 25, 2009
There are so many memories from CCL tournaments to my first weekend at JCU to senior week and graduation. We packed a lot of great times and good friendships in those few years. The kind that last a lifetime. Mark was in the center of it all, though he never realized he was the one that drew us together (and kept us sane in many moments of insanity). Heaven is "jamming" now but he's always in our hearts. It's his smile that I'll always remember. To Becky and his daughters, stay strong - our prayers are with you.
Honorary Blue Streak and h...bagger
Ronnie Waugh
February 25, 2009
Mel and Leona, we are so sorry to here of your loss. You know that our prayers are with you and the family. Ronnie and Julie Waugh
Stephen Batanian 80'
February 25, 2009
With the passing of Mark brings sadness to all that knew him. I too wrestled with Mark at John Carroll and will certainly remember the great times we shared. He will surely be missed, and greatly remembered.
God, please bless his wife and daughters.
Becky (Feguson) Ashcroft
February 25, 2009
Mel: When I saw your son's picture, I knew right away he had to be a "Schell" from Caldwell. Having just lost my son, Randy, to ocular melanoma 2 weeks ago, I so much feel your pain at having lost such a good man at such a young age. My very best to you and all your family.
Monica Riley
February 25, 2009
Condolences to the Schell family. I knew Mark from working at The Robert Weiler Company and I am fortunate to have met such a wonderful individual. May God bless you and give you strength during this difficult time.
Vince Graessle
February 25, 2009
I'm so sorry. May the love and God, the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you always.
Jessica Horne
February 25, 2009
Lauren, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Jodi Jaynes
February 25, 2009
I am so very sorry. Mark will always be remembered standing on his driveway and taking walks with dear Schelby by his side. They are together once again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, David and Jodi Jaynes and Family
Jerry Strayer
February 25, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Marijo Martin
February 25, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss.
Tony and Marijo Martin
(Hoover Gate homeowners)
Cindy Klimek
February 25, 2009
Becky, Lindsay and Lauren,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless the Schell family-
Cindy, Liz, and Mary
Tony Lee
February 25, 2009
I want to let you know that I am truly sorry to hear about your loss and your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I went to school with Allen at Bishop Ready.
Robert Ries
February 25, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Aleta Grinstead
February 25, 2009
As one of the "kids" who grew up on Roth Ave., I have many great childhood memories that include Mark and the rest of the Schell family. My thoughts and condolences are with you in this time of sorrow.
Kevin Whalen
February 25, 2009
Mark will always be remembered as someone special. Good hearted to an extreme, fun-loving, reliable, curious, consistent, spiritual and always one to admire. His silent wit, humor and love for life remained through all the recent pain.
The best to the Schell family; Mark will be sorely missed as a friend, father, son, brother, uncle, husband and mentor. Our lives will be fuller in knowing Mark. He has left us all a template for living life to the fullest ...with his unmistakable hearty laugh. God speed my friend.
Go Blue Streaks.
Joe Scionti
February 25, 2009
To the Schell Family, I am so very sorry to hear of Mark's passing. It's been quite awhile since I've spoken to Mark but I will always have the memories of my JCU years with Mark. We did have alot of fun and I will always cherish those very special years there with him and our other friends. My prayers and thoughts are with Mark's family. He was truly a very special man!
With Deepest Sympathy,
Elaine Duggan
February 25, 2009
Joyce, Rick, Justin, Casey, Brock, and Nikki,
We are sorry for your loss. May the love of your family and friends help you through this difficult time.
Love,
John,Elaine,Sarah and Katie Duggan and Patrick Lester
Denise (Ward) Rockhold
February 25, 2009
I have a memory of Mark that has stayed with me for 40 years. I was just 8 years old when my father died and I found out that I had been adopted. I was returning to school at St Stephen the Martyr a very sad, confused and frightened little girl. Mark was the first one to welcome me back to school. I have thought of him a lot over the years and I will always remember the kindness and compassion he showed in his quiet way even at that young age. I always knew that he was destined for greatness. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. It was truly an honor to have known Mark.
Eddie Cotter
February 25, 2009
As an underclassman of Mark's while at Ready (we usually remember the cool upperclassmen) I remember a kind soul with a quick smile, a gentleman, and a mighty athlete (St. Stephen's had a good number of them)
A large votive candle burns for Mark at St. Barnabas, a little parish church here in Wisconsin. Prayers have been said and more will follow. Our love and support to the Schell family and all of Mark's loved ones. Thanks to Jesus, death is not the end and it cannot destroy the bonds of love forged by Him in our lives. May the light of Christ, alive and risen from the dead, adorn Mark Schell forever.
Marty Roberts
February 25, 2009
To the Schell family. I am sorry for your loss and my prayers are with Mark and all of you. I know Mark from JCU and Pacelli Hall. He was a great friend and an excellent example of a student athlete. He was like a gentle giant with his peaceful demeanor and serious work ethic. Mark enjoyed life and friends very much at JCU, I can only imagine how great he has been as a husband and father. Peace...
Melvin Brown
February 25, 2009
Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Jan McNeal
February 25, 2009
Becky, Lindsey and Lauren,
My condolescences for your loss. Mark was an exceptional man in many ways but I don't need to tell you that. Please know that my love and prayers are with you.
Love and blessings, Jan
Paul Sauer
February 25, 2009
My prayers are for Mark and his family on this sad loss. I enjoyed Mark's friendship the years we played rugby together at Scioto Valley.
Mike & Mollie Cummins
February 25, 2009
Mark was one of those guys you could always depend on...A truly nice guy. Our prayers are with you.
Steve Marroni
February 25, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Chad Gross
February 25, 2009
I have fond memories of Mark from John Carroll and as a wrestling teamate. He always carried himself with a quite sense of class but with a mischevious sense of humor. I recall knowing its was spring on campus because you could here the music coming from Mark's corner room at Paccelli hall. I am not surpised Mark continued his committment to his wife, family, faith,community and to service. His illness and passing has impacted many and has reconnected old JCU friends. As one friend recenlty said "just the way Mark would have wanted it.
Gods blessings
Chad
Ellen and Bob Griffin
February 25, 2009
Dear Leona, Mel and family,
We are terribly saddened to learn about Mark. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Spencer
February 25, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Mel, I know you were very proud of Mark.
Chris Lindenmayer
February 25, 2009
At this moment the grief and sorrow
can only be matched by the love that Mark has for you. May that love
fill the void and Marks spirit live on
in all of you forever. With Deepest Sympathy...The Lindenmayers
Becky & Joe Castorano
February 25, 2009
Allen, Rhonda and family, our thoughts are with you and your family over the recent loss of your brother, I hope that you can find comfort and peace knowing that others care and will be here to support you during this time.
Brian Campbell
February 25, 2009
Mark was a great model for my teammates, my brother and I. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mark and his family.
Melissa Dabe
February 25, 2009
Dear Lauren, Lindsay and Becky: I'm so sorry for your loss. He is in a better place now and you will see him again. I'm praying for you to have peace in this storm.
Barb Robinson Atherton
February 25, 2009
My heart goes out to your family and I pray that your faith will bring you comfort.
My ex-husband and I lived down the street on Roth Ave. What a wonderful group of people and wonderful memories for you. May the memories of those days bring some sunshine into your life.
God Bless.
Jim Happ
February 25, 2009
I pray for God's comfort and the peace of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ to overwhelm Mark's entire family and everyone who calls him a friend.
I am honored to have been a friend of Mark. It brings joy to my heart and a smile to my face when I think of all the childhood memories I have of Mark.
I am certain he will hear those words we all yearn to hear when we leave this world..."well done my good and faithful servant".
God rest your soul brother Mark...I'll see you on the other side.
Geno Persichetti
February 25, 2009
Becky,Lauren and Lindsay,
Our prayers and condolences are for you at this sad time. Mark was a special guy.May God give you strength and peace.
Geno, Toni and Anna Persichetti ,
Pickerington ,Ohio.
Janet Rehkopf
February 25, 2009
Becky,
God bless you and your family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kevin ONeill
February 25, 2009
Becky
I would like to express my most heartfelt sympathy to you, your daughters and the rest of the Schell family. May God's grace carry you all through this difficult time.
JCU Wrestling 80'
Shellie White
February 25, 2009
Allen and Rhonda, I am very sorry to hear about your brother, my prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time, may God bless you and watch over all of you.
Ethan Winel
February 25, 2009
I will always love and miss you uncle Mark!
Rest in Peace
Randy Wax
February 25, 2009
Becky: I was saddened to hear of your loss. I could tell you and Mark had something special. My prayers go to you and your family.
Barry Broome
February 24, 2009
Mark was a great friend and teammate to us all. At John Carroll he was everyone's favorite person. Bagger was the best example of balance as a student athlete. I will always remember his easy going grin and the long trips to train in florida. Mark loved his hometown and declared it ohio's tropical city.
I will most remember how much he loved his wife and daughters. I have never had a friend so transformed by a person as Mark was by his wife. We are all praying for his family. Barry and Beth Broome
Lisa Fatica
February 24, 2009
Allan and Rhonda,
I'm so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. You're always in my thoughts and prayers, but especially now, at this difficult time. I hope you can find some comfort in the memories you have of Mark.
Rosemary (Masters) Castle
February 24, 2009
Having gone through my catholic schoolgirl days alongside Mark, I remember his quiet and gentle spirit. Always a humble young man of honor and integrity. He became the standard by which Ray and I would measure our own sons. What an example! I am so sorry.....May the Lord hold each of you in the palm of His hand.
Tom Mowery
February 24, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
David Grinstead
February 24, 2009
Thoughts of wonderful childhood memories I hold onto, my thoughts and prayers to all those who have been touched by his life.
Angela Isaacs (Harper)
February 24, 2009
Dear Joyce and family, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Dianne Glaser
February 24, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Alane Pelgrino
February 24, 2009
Please accept my condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you!!
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