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Michael Allen Schell
68, passed away November 19, 2011. He was born July 16, 1943 to William and Margaret (Terry) Schell Sexton.
Michael loved his family and friends deeply. He also loved spending his time traveling or outdoors, whether he was kayaking, hiking, mushroom hunting, salmon fishing or walking around the lake. Michael retired from the Indianapolis Star and worked at Avis Rental Car after retirement. He had been a volunteer firefighter in Boone County and Indianapolis, Wayne Twp.
He is survived by his son, Brian M. Schell; daughter, Sherri M. (Antonio) Coffey; sisters, Kathleen Hutchinson and Deborah Mosey; brother, Wayne Schell; grandchildren, Bianca, Isaiah, Elijah, Cesilie and Quintin; and nieces and nephews, Michael Hutchinson, James Hutchinson and Elaine Hutchinson-Clegg.
Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 3, 2011 in Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory, Single ton-Herr Southport Chapel , 7520 Madison Avenue. Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. until time of services.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, IN Chapter, 941 E. 86th Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240-1842. http://www.wilsonstpierre.com
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for Michael Schell
your blondielox
December 10, 2011
daddy we miss you so much.
Phil & LaDonna Kirch
December 4, 2011
I worked with Mike at the Star News for several years. He was a great guy & everyone thought highly of him. Mike never had a bad word to say of anyone.
Amber Hinton
December 3, 2011
I worked with Mike at Avis. No matter how hot or cold or hard much work he had on his plate he was always positive and had a smile. He will be greatly missed by so many. His family will be in our prayers.
Karen Thomas Dennis
December 2, 2011
We would like to send our deepest Sympathy to Mikes kids they have lost a really wonderful man and father .My Father worked with him at the Star News for many years.He was one of the Black cats and was very close with my Dad (Mutt) .You will be in our thoughts and Prayers though this difficult time.He is loved by many and will be missed by many .
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Adam Botts
November 30, 2011
I worked with Mike at Avis. It was always nice to see him and his contagious smile and sense of humor. Will keep all Mike's family and friends in my prayers. God bless
November 29, 2011
I worked with Mike at Avis. He was a great guy. Always had a smile on his face. He will be missed. Pam Worthington Avon, IN
Jessica Hinton
November 29, 2011
The world has lost a wonderful man. He was such a joy to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Steven Kuszmaul
November 28, 2011
You will be in my thoughts and prayers
Chastity Saylor Skeen
November 27, 2011
Brian my deepest regrets to you and Sherri. I know what its like to lose a parent. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
November 27, 2011
We just can't believe we'll never see that infectious smile or hear that crazy laugh again. Words can't express the love we had for Mike, or how much we enjoyed his visits here with us. Our hearts and prayers are with all of you. Pat & Earlene
Donna Dawson Henson
November 27, 2011
Praying for you and your family.
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