"Scott, I know this is awhile after the passing of your father, so I am not sure you will get this. My sympathy is deep for both you and your family. Though we know our fathers are now in heaven, it is sad to no longer have them here on earth where we can see them and communicate with them on a regular basis. May the love your dad shared and the hope he had in Jesus Christ, forever be a part of your life! Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days. "For the Lord shall comfort..." Isaiah 51:3 Your former LHS classmate, Jayne Rupprecht Kettner - Winona MN "
In loving memory of
Allyn Edward Schossow
October 9, 1927 - October 2, 2008
Lewiston,
Allyn E. "Big Al" Schossow, 80, of Lewiston died Thursday October 2, 2008 at Winona Community Memorial Hospital.
Allyn was born October 9, 1927 in Wilson Township of Winona County. He and Shirley Cummings were married February 7, 1948 at Wilson. The couple made their home in Winona for a few years before moving to Lewiston to make their home. Allyn worked for Swift Company in Winona, Taverna Barber and Beauty Supply. In Lewiston he owned and operated Quality Electronics, later working as custodian and shop teacher at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran School until retiring. Allyn enjoyed woodworking and collecting model cars.
Survivors include his wife Shirley, six sons; Harold (Bonnie) of Perham, Paul (Sheryl) of Wauchula, FL, Richard (Arlene) of Longville, MN, David (Becky) of Detroit Lakes, Scott of Chicago and Todd of Chicago, four daughters, Penny (Tom) Kessler of Lewiston, Lisa (Michael) Stangler of St. Charles, Susan (Steven) Halter of Rochester and Karen (Jeffrey) Paschke of Kasson, 12 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and a brother Wilfred (Gladys) Schossow of Rushford. He was preceded in death by a son Dennis, a granddaughter Brooke and a great-grandson Logan.
Funeral Services will be 11AM Monday at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church in Lewiston with the Reverends David A. Fischer and Michael A. Lindemann officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 4-7 PM Sunday at Hoff Funeral Home in Lewiston. They may also call one hour before services at the church on Monday. Please share a memory of Allyn and view his Tribute Video on-line at www.hofffuneral.com.
Tribute video can be found at: http://videos.lifetributes.com/34450
Tributes
"Karen, Jeff, Josie and Sumner, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. You know we are always here for you! God Bless you, John, Kathy, Mckenna and Peyton"
"my prayers are with the family.iwent to th ier house when i was little with my dad"
"Dear Shirley and family, My deep sympathy to you Shirley and your kids on the passing of your dear husband Al. I count it a real privilege to have known him quite personally when he was janitor at St. John's. I couldn't count up the many hours of conversations that we would have in the copy room and when I came to practice organ. He helped me through some rough times with his down-to-earth and practical advice. He always told me "like it was", and I will always be grateful to God for bringing Al into my life at just the right time. What a blessing to know now that he is forever with our Savior in heaven. Sincerely, Charles"
"Our deepest thoughts, prayers and sympathy to Alā??s entire family. Always treasure the wonderful memories of your father, grandfather, and brother - we all have memories of his many years at St.John's. Sorry that we were unable to make it to the visitation. May God Bless You and give you strength and support during this difficult time. "
"I'm sitting here reading the obituary, and remembering....Taking care of the babies in Rollingstone..weeding the garden....cleaning the house...etc. Also when the Schossow family moved to Lewiston, I helped wash and paint the walls, clean the house before and after the family moved in. I have fond memories of helping to cook the food, and feed the babies. It has been many years since I've seen the family. We were in in Rochester for 10 years, Texas for 15 years, then back to Winona.. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. God love and take care of you. Irene"
"Paul, You have our sympathy in the loss of your Dad. Take Care."
"Dr. Endrizzi and I were quite saddend to hear of Allyn's passing. He was such a pleasure to visit with. He always came in with a grin and a twinkle in his eye! As I mentioned to you all the last time we visited, he was always my "favorite". Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time."
"My thoughts and prayers are with Al's family at this difficult time. I can remember Al being out in the garage working on some wood work or out in the yard."
"Harry, Bonnie, Paul, Ricky, Penny, I am keeping all your families in my prayers during this trying time. God Bless You."