Floyd Ivan Scheel

Floyd I. Scheel was born in Dailey, Colorado to Emil H, and Alma (Spanjer) Scheel. He grew up in the Dailey and Flemming area, graduating from Dailey High School Mr. Scheel farmed in the Dailey and Flemming area until moving to Greeley in 1955. He married Virginia Wiederspahn on November 2, 1966 in Greeley. Mr. Scheel was a hard worker. He was a painter by trade and painted throughout Colorado and Wyoming. An avid Bronco Fan, he loved football and enjoyed all sports as well as his garden, flowers and working in the yard. He also raised cattle on his acreage. His granddaughter Amanda and grandson Joshua were his pride and joy. Mr. Scheel was a member of St. Paul’s Congregational Church. Mr. Scheel died Tuesday August 21, 2007 at his home. Survivors: His wife, Virginia Scheel of Greeley; his children, Gerald Clarkson and wife Doreen of Greeley, Debra Hosier and husband Larry of Ault, Duane Scheel, Larry Scheel and David Scheel all of Colorado; grandchildren, Joshua Clarkson of Greeley and Amanda Laughlin (Bryan) of Aurora; 3 sister-in-laws, Zetta Scheel, Mary Scheel, both of Greeley and Carol Scheel of Haxton. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Parents; four brothers, Marlin, Hank, Eldon and Kermit Scheel; two sisters, Goldie Reil and Norma Green. Services: 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 24, 2007 at Adamson West Chapel. Interment: Sunset Memorial Garden Visitation: Friends may visit from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday August 23, 2007