Curtis Scott Sheeler

CURTIS “SCOTT” SHEELER, 65, of Sparta, Illinois, passed away at 10:38 am, Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at his residence.

He was born to the late Franklin D. and Leola (nee Koester) Sheeler on July 1, 1960 in Sparta, Illinois.

Scott worked as the Chief Financial Officer at SSI in Herrin, Illinois until his retirement.

He grew up at St. John Lutheran Church in Sparta and was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Steeleville. Scott enjoyed riding his Harley and loved his horses. His grandchildren were his life and lovingly called him “Hee Haw”.

Survivors:

   Mother: 

        Leola Sheeler Sparta, IL

   1 Son:
        Bradley Sheeler (Jordan Smith) O’Fallon, MO

   2 Daughters: 

       Jessica (Justin) Baker St. Louis, MO

       Molly Gaster (Fiance Jon Fitzgerald) Norfolk, VA

   3 Siblings: 

       Keith (Michelle) Sheeler Salem, IL

       Kristen Segelhorst Okawville, IL

       Kathleen Probst St. Louis, MO

   5 Grandchildren: 

        Ezekiel, Adalae, Penelope, Henry and Charles

   Good Friends: 

        Victor White Murphysboro, IL

        Donald Huebert Sparta, IL

   Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends

Preceded in Death by: Father – Franklin D. Sheeler

Memorial Service: 

   11:00 am, Saturday, July 12, 2025

   St. John Lutheran Church, Sparta, Illinois

Officiating: 

   Rev. Mark Harriss

Visitation: 

   Saturday – 9:00 am – 11:00 am

   St. John Lutheran Church, Sparta, Illinois

Memorials: 

   St. John’s Lutheran Preschool, Sparta, Illinois

   Family Choice