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2019
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Richard Scheller Obituary
He was born in Hartford, July 18, 1935, son of the late Max O.P. and Martha (Krause) Scheller. Max grew up in Wethersfield, raised his boys in Hartford, and later moved to South Windsor with his wife in 1994. He was employed as a linesman and residential installer for the Southern New England Telephone Co. until his retirement. He proudly served in the CT Army National Guard and retired honorably as a SFC. Among his many accolades, Max was a distinguished marksman and won the prestigious President's 100 National Rifle match. As a historian of both 19th and 20th century antiquities, Max aided others in researching regimental steins and military collections. He belonged to, and supported, both the Hartford Saengerbund and Hartford Liederkranz. He was loved by many and will be missed by all.
In addition to his loving wife Ginny, he is survived by two sons, Richard Max Scheller Jr. and his wife, Lynda, and James Henry Scheller and his wife, Mary Ann; two grandchildren, Brandon and Blaire Scheller; and his sister and brother-in-law, Janet Scheller Ford and her husband, Allen.
Relatives and friends may join the family for calling hours Wednesday, Aug. 14, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Samsel and Carmon Funeral Home, 419 Buckland Road, South Windsor.
A funeral service will be held Thursday, Aug. 15, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Memorial Park Cemetery in Rocky Hill.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Max's memory may be made to the Hartford Saengerbund, 719 North Mountain Road, P.O. Box 310435, Newington, CT 06131-0435, Veteran Relief Fund, P.O. Box 1030, South Windsor, CT 06074, or the Officers and Enlisted Club of CT, Inc., 360 Broad St., Hartford, CT 06105-3706.
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Richard Scheller Jr
May 28, 2020
Pop...It never gets easier. Life without you has been tough to say the least but the love you gave me, the lessons you taught me and the strength you showed me...help me move on a bit more every day. I miss ya but I carry you in my heart always so a part of you lives on in me. Rock the heavens, Pop. I'll handle things down here. Till we meet again...love and miss you more than words can say. Always in my heart. Forever....Ricky
Dave Riter
August 16, 2019
I met Max when I joined the EWSC in 1999. Right away, he called me friend. He was a gentle man to talk to, and he will always be a part of my life. Rest in Peace.
Mike DeVito
August 13, 2019
Max was a friend and mentor to many in the shooting sports. Over the years Max and Ginney were gracious hosts for the many memorable Hartford Rifle Club celebrations. Besides being the club grill master, Max was a humorous storyteller and brought good cheer wherever he would go. In addition, he was the defacto club historian for the Hartford Schutzen Verein established in 1864. He will be sorely missed by all.
On behalf of the HRC, Sincerest Condolences to the Scheller Family, Mike DeVito, HRC President
Mike DeVito
August 13, 2019
Max was a friend and mentor to many in the shooting sports. Over the years Max and Ginney were gracious hosts for the many memorable Hartford Rifle Club celebrations. Max was a humorous storyteller and brought good cheer wherever he would go. In addition, he was the defacto club historian for the Hartford Schutzen Verein established in 1864. He will be sorely missed by all.
On behalf of the HRC, Sincerest Condolences to the Scheller Family
Mike DeVito, HRC President
Roger and Mary Ann (Baio) Levesque
August 13, 2019
Cousins Ricky & wife, Lynda Rose Baio: we send our deepest sympathy to you at the loss of your father/father-in-law. We know how you both lovingly cared for Mr. Scheller during his illnesses. May he Rest In Peace with God and the angels. Again, we are so sorry for your loss.
Sybil Bartone
August 13, 2019
Max was a kind a gentle man with a huge heart. He and my husband, Pat, were friends when they were in their early twenties and then as time passed they did not see too much of each. They rekindled their friendship several years and we have found Max to be a caring and faithful friend these past few years. He will be missed but not forgotten. My prayers are with you, Ginny, and with Max' sons.
Max with his two sons Ricky (balancing) and Jimmy on Max's back.
James Scheller
August 13, 2019
Max (29 years old) with his WW I cannon
August 13, 2019
Max and his oldest son Ricky
August 13, 2019
Max and his wife Ginny, as Santa and Mrs. Clause
August 13, 2019
Max and his wife Ginny
James Scheller
August 13, 2019
Max giving his grandson Brandon music lesdons
James Scheller
August 13, 2019
Max an his son Jimmy in Florida
James Scheller
August 13, 2019
Charlie & Maryellen Brennan
August 13, 2019
Dearest Max,
Praying for your family and friends because we know you are already at peace kind and gentle man.
Rodney Czekierda
August 12, 2019
To Max, My fine friend ... You will be dearly missed.
Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home
August 12, 2019
Our sincere sympathies for your loss.
Max at Range PIcnic
Edward Banasiak
August 12, 2019
Max was a good friend and always a pleasure to talk to and share stories with. I will miss seeing him at the Range.
Max 2018 EWSC Picnic
Ed Banasiak
August 12, 2019
Max 2016 EWSC Picnic
Ed Banasiak
August 12, 2019
Gary Marquis
August 11, 2019
Max was a friend, comrade, Santa Claus and one heck of a great man. He was a vast wealth of knowledge and had an endless vat of humor always willing to share. He will be surely missed at the East Windsor Sportsman's Club. Always the "talk of the town here," we don't know how to act, think, and just be ourselves without Max. He'll be a tough one to replace. We all love " Ginney," and are here for her , always.
On behalf of the EWSC, Gary Marquis, Pres / SRSO.
Dorothy Gonera
August 11, 2019
Soar high in the Heavens a lot of fond memories and laughs my thoughts and prayers are with the family
Jonathan Ford
August 11, 2019
Speed Safely Uncle Richard!!! Blessings and Prayers! You will always be thought of, and Fondly!!!
Myrtle Jensen
August 11, 2019
May his memory be eternal
Charlie Celio and Family
August 11, 2019
Rich, Lynda and entire Family:
We are so sorry for the loss of your Husband, Dad, and Grandpa.
There are no words to ease the broken hearts that all of you are feeling at this most difficult time.
We will never forget how you and Lynda gave your love, and support to our family when my Dad; Jimmy passed suddenly and not that long ago.
Our families friendship stems decades of years.
If you need anything, please tell me, we are here for you. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sent with deep sympathy from our family to yours.
Rick Scheller Jr.
August 11, 2019
May you rest in eternal peace now in the kingdom of the Lord. Gone but never forgotten. Love and miss you, Pop!
Always and forever...
Rick and Lynda
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