I knew George from the Data Processing and Payroll Department at Kodak. He was always a gentleman with a great smile and infectious laugh! In later years I would see and hear him, with my mother, play at the Jewish Home of Rochester. I know the residents enjoyed his music. My sincere sympathies. Susan Greenberg
Dear Tom, Emily, and family, My heart breaks for you as I was aware of how close your family is and what a huge void your father’s passing will leave in your lives. I have specific memories of serving your father and you, Tom, when you were a little boy at the locaL Burger King. (I recalled these memories when I saw your father again many years later at one of our district faculty art show openings when he and I had a lovely conversation.)It was quite obvious to me that your father was not only proud of you and your brother, but that he also enjoyed immensely being with his sons. He was a delightful customer to wait upon – always so cheery! He has left the best legacy a father can leave – a wonderful, beautiful, caring family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time, Lee
Dear Jeanne, I was thinking about you, George, and your sons the other day when I thought about Joan Osburn. I was remembering that you had loaned me you bridal veil when Gordon and I married. I was sad to see George’s death notice in the paper a few days later. I hope you and your family know you are surrounded by the thoughts and prayers of everyone who knew George and You. You have my deepest sympathy and I hope that beautiful memories will help you with your loss. I remember both you and George as good people and I fondly remember the days we worked together at ES&L. God Bless, Karen D. Osburn
Jeannie, Dave and I are just shocked at the passing of George. we will never forget the great times we have shared in the past years. Remember our Canada trip surprising Dave and when we ran into each other (unexpectedly ) at that hotel. Those were the good times we will hold onto with fond memories. You and your beautiful family are in our prayers. God Bless Dave and Carol Farr
Jeanne, I am so sad to hear about George. I have such fond memories of his visiting your home on Highland Avenue. . . . and that beautiful wedding reception in your back yard. You and your family are in my prayers. Love, Mary Lou
All of Andrew and Katherine’s colleagues at the University of Minnesota Center for Early Modern History, the Consortium for the Study of the Premodern World, and the Center for Medieval Studies extend our deepest condolences to the entire Scheil family at this time of loss. With best wishes, J.B. Shank Director, University of Minnesota Center for Early Modern History, and Consortium for the Study of the Premodern World
I have many wonderful memories of my father-in-law George Scheil, but here are two of my favorite ones.
I can still remember the very first time I met George. Andy and I had only been dating a couple of weeks, when George and Jeanne decided to visit us in Toronto, where we were graduate students. I was working at a book fair the day they came up and only had time to meet for coffee. We met at the Royal York Hotel and immediately liked each other. After about 15 minutes of pleasant conversation, George turned to Andy with a gleam in his eye and said, “Does Katherine know the family secret?” Andy was stricken with fear. George turned to me and exclaimed, “I have a toupee,” ripping it right off his head. We all burst into uproarious laughter. That initial meeting was the start of many years of fun and mutual enjoyment. I always appreciated George’s down-to-earth nature and enjoyment of a good laugh.
My second favorite memory is the birth of my first son and George and Jeanne’s first grandson William. During birthing classes, we were clearly told that no family or friends would be allowed to phone the delivery room, no matter what. Several hours into intense labor in the hospital in Rhode Island, one of the nurses came into the delivery room, interrupting to tell me that my father in law had called, and wanted to tell us that they would be on their way to the hospital but were delayed because they had to board the dog. To this day I don’t know what he said to the hospital staff so that they put his call through to the delivery room, but that was George’s magic. True to his word, he apparently drove like a maniac from Rochester to Rhode Island, arriving not too long after the birth to greet their first grandson.
To the best father-in-law I could ever have. Thank you for welcoming me into your wonderful family with open arms from the moment I met you. I know the joy with which you lived your life will be carried on by all who knew you. Your kindness and generosity will be long remembered as well by so many. Your marriage of nearly 50 years is a testament to the power and endurance of love. Katherine Scheil (daughter-in-law)
I knew George from the Data Processing and Payroll Department at Kodak. He was always a gentleman with a great smile and infectious laugh! In later years I would see and hear him, with my mother, play at the Jewish Home of Rochester. I know the residents enjoyed his music. My sincere sympathies. Susan Greenberg
Dear Tom, Emily, and family, My heart breaks for you as I was aware of how close your family is and what a huge void your father’s passing will leave in your lives. I have specific memories of serving your father and you, Tom, when you were a little boy at the locaL Burger King. (I recalled these memories when I saw your father again many years later at one of our district faculty art show openings when he and I had a lovely conversation.)It was quite obvious to me that your father was not only proud of you and your brother, but that he also enjoyed immensely being with his sons. He was a delightful customer to wait upon – always so cheery! He has left the best legacy a father can leave – a wonderful, beautiful, caring family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time, Lee
Dear Jeanne, I was thinking about you, George, and your sons the other day when I thought about Joan Osburn. I was remembering that you had loaned me you bridal veil when Gordon and I married. I was sad to see George’s death notice in the paper a few days later. I hope you and your family know you are surrounded by the thoughts and prayers of everyone who knew George and You. You have my deepest sympathy and I hope that beautiful memories will help you with your loss. I remember both you and George as good people and I fondly remember the days we worked together at ES&L. God Bless, Karen D. Osburn
Jeannie, Dave and I are just shocked at the passing of George. we will never forget the great times we have shared in the past years. Remember our Canada trip surprising Dave and when we ran into each other (unexpectedly ) at that hotel. Those were the good times we will hold onto with fond memories. You and your beautiful family are in our prayers. God Bless Dave and Carol Farr
Jeanne, very sad to read about Georges passing..Many fun times and laughs in DP&P.George was one of the good guys!!
Jeanne, I am so sad to hear about George. I have such fond memories of his visiting your home on Highland Avenue. . . . and that beautiful wedding reception in your back yard. You and your family are in my prayers. Love, Mary Lou
George was a truely Honorable Man. He loved his family and many friends. George will be missed.
Jeanne and family So sorry to hear of your loss Our prayers are with you at this time of your loss George was a great person
All of Andrew and Katherine’s colleagues at the University of Minnesota Center for Early Modern History, the Consortium for the Study of the Premodern World, and the Center for Medieval Studies extend our deepest condolences to the entire Scheil family at this time of loss. With best wishes, J.B. Shank Director, University of Minnesota Center for Early Modern History, and Consortium for the Study of the Premodern World
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joyce
I have many wonderful memories of my father-in-law George Scheil, but here are two of my favorite ones.
I can still remember the very first time I met George. Andy and I had only been dating a couple of weeks, when George and Jeanne decided to visit us in Toronto, where we were graduate students. I was working at a book fair the day they came up and only had time to meet for coffee. We met at the Royal York Hotel and immediately liked each other. After about 15 minutes of pleasant conversation, George turned to Andy with a gleam in his eye and said, “Does Katherine know the family secret?” Andy was stricken with fear. George turned to me and exclaimed, “I have a toupee,” ripping it right off his head. We all burst into uproarious laughter. That initial meeting was the start of many years of fun and mutual enjoyment. I always appreciated George’s down-to-earth nature and enjoyment of a good laugh.
My second favorite memory is the birth of my first son and George and Jeanne’s first grandson William. During birthing classes, we were clearly told that no family or friends would be allowed to phone the delivery room, no matter what. Several hours into intense labor in the hospital in Rhode Island, one of the nurses came into the delivery room, interrupting to tell me that my father in law had called, and wanted to tell us that they would be on their way to the hospital but were delayed because they had to board the dog. To this day I don’t know what he said to the hospital staff so that they put his call through to the delivery room, but that was George’s magic. True to his word, he apparently drove like a maniac from Rochester to Rhode Island, arriving not too long after the birth to greet their first grandson.
To the best father-in-law I could ever have. Thank you for welcoming me into your wonderful family with open arms from the moment I met you. I know the joy with which you lived your life will be carried on by all who knew you. Your kindness and generosity will be long remembered as well by so many. Your marriage of nearly 50 years is a testament to the power and endurance of love. Katherine Scheil (daughter-in-law)
Additional Tribute Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtKC3gXZwXk