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Troy Schell Obituary
Born in West Reading, he was a son of David A. and Cheryl L. (Shuman) Schell, with whom he resided.
He worked for Kistler Pole Building Co., Fogelsville, last working Friday.
He was a 2004 graduate of Hamburg High School.
Also surviving is a sister, Mandy L. Schell, Windsor Township, and her fiancé, Jared Laguidara.
Other survivors include maternal grandparents, Herbert and Shirley (Seidel) Shuman, Alsace Township; and his godmother, Karen S. Hoy, wife of Keith Hoy, Auburn.
There also are three nieces: Nicole Marko, Sierra Schell and Hailey Laguidara.
He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Howard and Jean (Orth) Schell.
Memorial services will be Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, with the Rev. Merrill R. Marisseau officiating. Relatives and friends are invited to visitation with the family on Thursday 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Contributions may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia Inc., The Gulf Tower, 707 Grant St., 37th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219-1916, in memory of Troy A. Schell.
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February 10, 2014
Troy, it's been 7yrs and feels like yesterday since you have past! We all miss you a lot, especially your cousin Chad. So glad we have lots of good memories of you, since you did sleep over at our house sometimes.Love you!
your aunt Doris
Ps: rest in peace sweetie.till we meet again!
MANDY SCHELL
July 14, 2008
To My Brother…My Angel
I have yet to write you letter…I just can’t seem to put into words what you mean to me. So many happy memories and so many regrets fill my mind when I think of you. I look at pictures to remind me of times we spent together growing up but so many of the times we spent together are only pictures in my memory.
I feel like a part of me died the day you went away, and no matter how hard I try life just isn’t the same without you. You were my best friend, my angel on earth. Through all the happy times and the sad/bad ones too. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about you. I was sitting here trying to plan a trip to Ocean City and all I can do is think about you and how we planned to take that trip to OC last summer for your 21st birthday. I was going to go anyway but I didn’t have the strength to do it. I can only imagine how much fun we would have had. You always had a way of making me smile and feel like a kid again. Eveyone says we can’t dwell on the past and what might have been. So I try not to ….but sometimes my emotions get the best of me. It’s hard to imagine that I have I so many years to go on without you here. For all the time you spent with me thank you…and for all the times I didn’t spend with you I’m sorry. For everything you ever did for me I will never truly be able to thank you. I only wish I could spend one more day with you.
Don’t forget to visit us and check in on mom and dad…they miss you even more than me. You will forever be a part of me…until I see you again.
Your Sister Forever
Mandy
audrey jackson
March 7, 2007
we will miss troy we are praying for you and your family and troy will be missed alot
Bob Nothstein
February 19, 2007
To Dave, Cheryl and Mandy, I am so sorry for the loss of your son/brother. No words can heal your pain but knowing you have friends to help comfort you, really do make it "less painful" to deal with. I'm always here for you. God rest Troy's soul and May God bless you. Your friend.
Jan & Ted Laguidara
February 19, 2007
Our Deepest Sympathy is with you at this time. Well keep you all in our Thoughts and Prayers Please take care Love Ted & Jan
Jessica (Bechtel) Molter
February 16, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about Troy. I remember riding the school bus with him for years. He was a wonderful person. I will miss him. The whole family is in my prayers. God Bless and take care.
Sherri Cooper (Dougherty)
February 16, 2007
Mandy and family,
Sorry to here about Troy. my thoughts and prayers are with you.
JUDI & TOM NINETTO
February 16, 2007
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY
WE'RE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
angie yoder
February 15, 2007
you were such a good guy and there will always be great memories of you you were always a great friend to everyone and im glad that i knew you. im so sorry this happened and my deepest sympathy for all your family and friends.
Rich, Wanda Weidner and family
February 15, 2007
We all are so very sorry to hear about your lost. No words can express how someone feels at a time like this. Here are alot of hugs and tears. Our thoughts are with you and you are in our prays.
Bill and Roxanne Heaton
February 15, 2007
Dave and Cheryl,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find peace and comfort in the knowledge that there are many who love you.
Sarah and Ray
February 14, 2007
troy how to put this in words, you are are our friend, but most of all you are our family. we miss you so much but we will always have the good times. you ment so much to us and you'll never be forgotten.through these years together weve been through so much and had so many memories.thankyou for always being there for us and doing everything you did. you always listened and knew what to say and made everything better. goodbye is too hard so i'll say see ya latter buddy. i know your with poppy now so smile together and watch over our little one. we love you and miss you very much.
to cheryl and dave and all family thankyou for all the great times and treating us like part of the family. troy was so special to us, he is our best friend and we can only imagine what he was to you. we will always be here if you ever need any thing.We love you very much.
Jeremy Atwell
February 14, 2007
You were like a brother to me, never a dull moment when we would get together. My Friend - you were taken from us way to soon, but I'm sure you're in a much better place now. I'll never forget all the good times we had, even back in elementary school. You'll be missed by many, Love You Man
Rob Hartman
February 14, 2007
Troy, you were one of the most caring and fun people i ever met u new how 2 lighten the situtation n could always make any one laugh.Life wont b the same with out your loving smile to briten all of our worlds n its going to be hard for a wile , but its important to remember the good times because we know thats what troy would have wanted. My heart held sympathy for all of his family and friends. Its gonna be hard with out you buddy! REST IN PEACE!
Michael Hartman
February 14, 2007
I couldn't believe when I heard the news, this came as a shock to me. I remember all the picnics we used to have and me troy, chad, chris and keith, and mandy playing volleyball as a family and such, I miss those times. Troy, even though we weren't close in recent years, it doesn't mean I won't miss you, we were family, and I will be looking forward to seeing you on the other side. Uncle David, Cheryl, and Mandy, I wish you guys the best and my thoughts are with you. Don't be afraid to call us if you need us. Love Mike and Keith Jr.
Elizabeth Hartman
February 14, 2007
Expressing Heartfelt Sympathy to my brother David, Cheryl, Mandy and family. This poem was sent to me when Mom passed away and I thought it might be of some comfort to you now.
The Rose Beyond the Wall
A rose once grew where all could see,
sheltered beside a garden wall,
And as the days passed swiftly by,
it spread its branches straight and tall...
One day, a beam of light shone through
a crevice that opened wide
The rose bent gently toward the warmth
then passed beyond to the other side
Now you who deeply feel its loss,
be comforted---the rose blooms there---
Its beauty even greater now,
nurtured by God's own loving care.
Troy, I love you and I will miss you.
Love Aunt Betsy
Karen Hart
February 14, 2007
Hi Cuz Cheryl & Family......Hugs to ya'll. There is this poem I'd like to write here in hopes it helps ya'll in this time of sorrow.
It's Called :
"I Believe in the Almighty God"
I believe in the Almighty God & I also believe he heals all sorrows,I believe he stands beside us in the time of sorrow & needs...When at this time of need all we do is reach out,He's there.
I believe in The Almighty God above,to guide us thru the loss of a loved one.....to ease our pain & help us to get thru each and every day.
The Almighty God says, when you see a butterfly on a bush,a bird perched on a branch...It's Troy,stopping by to say *Hi* & saying please remember I did not die ...I will always be with ya'll.
Cheryl & family....My thoughts & prayers are with ya'll..
Connie Dieter
February 14, 2007
Dave & Cheryl
We are so sorry to hear about your son Troy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything remember we are only a phone call away. Please take care.
Love yoy guys.
Punch,Connie,Brandi & Kelly
Sharon Leslie and Family
February 13, 2007
Cheryl & Family,
Our deepest sympathy to all at this time of sorrow. May God give all strength and comfort. Just remember,contact us if you need anything... We are here for all of you.
Sarah
February 13, 2007
Davey & Cheryl & Mandy & whole family, My heart is with all of you. I cannot begin to imagine how you are feeling. Troy was like a son to me. I miss him so much. I keep thinking that he will say hey Mom, how you doing? All I know is that he is in heaven and he is going to be ok. I know that we will see him again in another world. I love you guys. Let me know if there is anything at all I can do for you.
Anthony Denatala
February 13, 2007
Ok, here we go, I hate the fact that I didn't get to know my cousin. My heart goes out to all my family, Mandy, David, Cheryl, Cousin Chris, Cousin Chad, Aunt Doris, Uncle Woody, Aunt Besty, Cousin Keith, Cousin Michael, and anyone else whom I may have forgten with time passing......MomMom And PopPop look down and see a family of broken hearts. call me, and if you don't want to pay the long distance I have a toll free number as well.....770-851-2664 877-700-4665
Chad Grossman
February 13, 2007
Oh Cuz, I cant believe your gone. You were here my whole life. I so badly couldn't wait for you to turn 21 so I had someone to go out with and have fun with and now I won't be able to do that. I was looking forward to the future of being family and getting married and having kids and all that good stuff. But now all I have is pictures of us from the old days and I will cherish them forever. Rest in Peace Troy, I love ya and I hope you look down on me and protect me...till we meet again.
Aunt Cheryl, Uncle David, Mandy, Jared, and the kids...Im so sorry. I am in a total shock. If thier is anything My Family or I can do for you let us know. I love you guys and I pray for Troy and your family. Hope to see you guys soon. Take care guys, Love ya
Tina Hartz
February 13, 2007
Sis, Davey, Mandy, and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We hope you find comfort in one another during this time. If you need anything, please let us know. We love you all.
Tina, Randy and Brandee
Dawn Baker (Kemmerer)
February 13, 2007
Cheryl,
You probably don't remember me but I graduated with Susie. My heart goes out to you and your family, I know what you are going through since I just went through this in October with my son who was 25. All I know from experience is you need to rely on family and friends to help you get through each day. If you need anyone to talk to you may gladly contact me. My prayers are with you.
Seth Brown
February 13, 2007
I can't believe your gone man you were one of my crew and you will never be forgotten by the crew. Jeremy and I especially will not forget you and the non stop abuse we delivered to eachother. You'll be in my head and dont forget five fingers across your face.
Jen Marko
February 13, 2007
Troy...it's so hard to grasp all this. We've had wonderful times together. Especially the trio of you, G, & I. You will be in our thoughts & Tarik & I will always remember what a wonderful person you are.
To Dave, Cheryl, Mandy, & Nicole ....Tarik & I are so sorry for all you are going through right now. Our deepest thoughts & prayers are with you!
Susie Lash
February 13, 2007
Cheryl and Davey,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Susie and Bryn
Genaro DeLillo
February 13, 2007
Troy... it was always me and you, just growing up together in Windsor Castle. You were my first true friend, and always will be. I now am missing a big part of my childhood. Ever since we met it was you and i everywhere. I'll always be thankful that you were a part of my life. You taught me many things over the 10 years that we knew each other, most importantly you showed me what a friend was. I will always miss you buddy, and i can never forget you...i still cant believe you're gone. To me you were a brother, a part of the family. And i know my parents, brothers, and sister all feel the same way. Losing you was like truly losing a brother, thats all i ever saw you as, nothing less. I love you Troy Allen Schell from one brother to another. I'll always remember you buddy.
To Cheryl, Dave, and Mandy, i'm truly sorry for your loss. We will all miss him. And I want to thank you for all the hospitality and kindness over the years that we've know each other. If you need anything or have any questions please feel free to get in contact with me. I'll be keeping you in my thoughts. Genaro
Brit Reber
February 12, 2007
I can't believe you gone. It seems like yesterday we were in middle school dancing :).
RIP Troy, you will be missed so much!
Alex Efthymiadis
February 12, 2007
Troy Schell man I can believe your gone. We really didnt talk out senior year.But We were friends. Had lunch together and gym and other classes threw the years. I cant believe ur gone man. Hope u in a better place.
Nicole, Sierra & Hailey
February 12, 2007
We miss and Love you very much Uncle Troy..
February 12, 2007
Chris Schell
February 12, 2007
Well I am not to good at things like this, I wasn't ready to see my my younger cousin get taken away so soon. Aunt Cheryl and uncle David I know our family ain't the closest I am soooo sorry and just wish their was something I could do, I have no idea what you must be going through, it got to be the hardest thing ever. Troy was taken away to soon. Troy will be watching down on all of us and keeping us all safe. He was a good kid and a great cousin, just wish I could have gotten to know him better. I don't usually pray, but I will definatley be praying for you aunt cheryl and uncle david. I don't say this much i guess i really should start, I love ya both, God Bless you both
Renee Geiger
February 12, 2007
Cheryl and Davey,
My heart felt prayers are with you.
Lauren Stevens(Althouse)
February 12, 2007
Troy,
I know you may not remember me, but I do remember you from your good friend, Monica. You were a great guy and friend to all. You are forever missed but will not be forgotten. To your family, I send great sympathy... you were just too young to pass away! R.I.P.
Doris Schell
February 12, 2007
hey kid,you are going to be sadly missed by me and sooooooo many other people.as I sit here i can pic you from being a baby and how you grew up to be a young man. im sure poppop, and mommom, and uncle Terry are takeing good care of you. Till we see each other again.
love aunt Doris
JoAnn Gierschick
February 12, 2007
You probably don't remember me but I worked with you(David) a long time ago I am sorry about the loss of your son.
Kayla Shuman
February 12, 2007
Aunt Cheryl and Uncle Davey..I Love You so much..and I'm so sorry...I'll pray for you all..If you need anything all you have to do is call...nanny and my dad both have my number...
Love, Kayla
Jarred Schlottman
February 12, 2007
Ill never forget backyard wrestling when we were you young and Fraus homeroom. You left us too soon, you will be missed a great deal.
Donna Oswald
February 12, 2007
You cannot say, you must not say
That he is dead. He is just away!
With a cheery smile and a wave of the hand
He has wandered into an unknown land
And left us dreaming how very fair
It needs must be, since he lingers there.
So think of him faring on, as dear
In the love of ther as the love here,
Think of him still as the same, and say
He is not dead, he is just away.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Love you all
Donna (DeLong) oswald
Genaro DeLillo
February 12, 2007
Troy you were a brother to me. YOu were a part of our family. You were always there for me when i needed to get away, or if i just wanted to hang out. I'll never forget when we first meet 10 years ago on the back of the school bus flicking the drivers off behind us. And i still remember that day so clearly. I'll never forget all the times we spent together. We were childhood friends, it was just you and I in Windsor Castle, and we always made the best of things(even if that meant getting into a bit of trouble, haha) You were a great friend to everybody. I'll miss you forever man, I'll keep you real close to my heart as i always have. I hope to see you again, I love Troy Allen Schell, nobody will ever forget you.
Traci Zohner
February 12, 2007
Troy...i will miss you and i will always love you! you will always be in my thoughts and prays no matter how crazy they are...you will always be remembered as the great person you were..... REST IN PEACE buddy....please watch over me.....i know you will...and you will do a wonderful job of keeping "all" safe...love ya man<333
Ryan Kepley
February 12, 2007
I know I am still young and I may have a long life to live and many people to meet, some may turn out to be friends some not. But I will never meet anyone else like you, with the same sense of humor and all.
I don't know how you viewed me but in my heart you were and still are like a brother to me, although we haven't been the closest recently i wanted to get back to the way things used to be. We are family and nothing is going to change that.
Troy you may be gone but you will never be forgotten.
Between your cousin Chad and I we have a lot of great memories and precious moments to remember you by, you will never be forgotten.
And of all the things you were right about you know more then I do that I need an "eye in the sky" to look over me and help guide me through the next years, please be watchful and protective of what could have been, and what what always will be.
Rest In Peace Brother, we will be here for you.
Dana Fisher
February 12, 2007
I'll never forget you and my brother, Scotty, wrestling in the backyard. You two were nuts!! We'll miss you.
Fayne Biszmaier
February 12, 2007
Cheryl
My heart goes out to you & your family. Please know you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Fayne
Bridgette Howley
February 12, 2007
Troy,
I love you and sorry I wasn't able to be home.Love you
Monica Jalbert
February 12, 2007
I will always love you, Troy. You were my best friend. I'll be seeing you soon. Please watch over me. <3
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