In loving memory of

Steve Schell
March 18, 1954 - November 27, 2017

Altura,
Steve Schell, 63, of Oak Ridge, in rural Altura, died Monday morning, November 27th at his home surrounded by his family. Steve was born March 18, 1954 in Rochester to Charles and Rita (Guenther) Schell. He attended Holy Trinity School and graduated from Lewiston High School in 1972. He farmed with his parents and attended Winona Vo-Tech for agriculture. Steve had five children. He continued to farm on his family dairy farm on Oak Ridge and was a partner in Oak Ridge Grain Service. Steve worked hard and enjoyed his free time with hunting trips, collecting toy tractors, boating, camping, Ranger rides and riding his Harley.
Steve and Jodi Erdmann were married in 2001 ad raised their families together.
Survivors include his wife Jodi, children; Trisha (Josh Lehnertz) Chandler of Lewiston, Jessica (Brian) Lingen of Winona, Samantha Schell of Albert Lea, Kayla (Kurt) Munsch of Dover, John (Jenna) Schell of Minnesota City, step-children, Jackie (Shane) Jensen of Altura, Rhonda (Ben) Overkamp of St. Charles, Amber (Jason) Beck of St. Charles, Ashley (Shawn) Van Gundy of St. Charles, Eddie (Janell Sommers) Fitzgerald of Lewiston, T. J. Fitzgerald of Rochester, 22 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, siblings; Ann Marie (David) Dose of Lake City, Cathy (Paul) Nierode of Madison WI, Linda (Gary) Kieffer of Utica, Robert (Shelly) Schell of Altura, Jane (Lyle) Bonow of Bethany and Sara Schell of Lewiston.
He was preceded in death by his parents and mother and father-in-law.
Funeral Mass will be 11 am Thursday at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Rollingstone with the Reverend Chinnapa Pothireddy officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 pm Wednesday at Hoff Celebration of Life Center Goodview - Winona. They may also call one hour before services at the church on Thursday. Please share of memory of Steve at his on-line guestbook and view his video tribute when it becomes available at www.hofffuneral.com.
Memorials are preferred to Lewiston Cancer Support Group, Rollingstone Cancer Support Group and Oak Ridge Cemetery maintenance.

Tributes

Mercedes & Sam Benson wrote on Nov 30, 2017:

"Our deepest sympathy to Steve's family."

Laurie Kennedy wrote on Nov 30, 2017:

"My deepest sympathies to all of Steve's family. Whether he was your husband, father, brother, grandpa, or friend, his great smile and humor will be missed by many. Stay strong and God bless you all."

Gary & Shirley Neumann wrote on Nov 29, 2017:

"So very sorry to hear of your loss. Keep all those good memories close to your heart and know Steve will be forever in your heart and watching over you. Gary & Shirley"

Jane Rusert wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"Jodi... Sympathies to you and all of Steve's family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time. Ron & Jane Rusert"

Larry & Sharon Gudmundson wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"Thoughts and prayers to all of Steve' s family. Such a nasty disease but treasure the good memories as he is now without the pain! God bless"

Wendy Murphy wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"Prayers and sympathy with Steve and Jodi's Family. Steve always had a smile, wink in his eye and chuckle. Many memories of when we played 500 during the winter months for many years. What else do young dairy farmers do? God Bless you all, Wendy Murphy and Family"

joan tradup wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"My memory of Steve from high school contains the ready smile, great humor and kindness. Thinking of the family. Dang. joan (Rupprecht) tradup"

Bessie wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"I want to offer my condolences to Steve's family. God promises to give us comfort when we need it . Now is the time to pray for it so that you will be able to cope with your loss. Also, I hope you find peace and comfort from the loving memories you have of Steve. 2Corinthians 1:3,4 "

Ed Heaser wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"Steve always had a smile and was quick with a joke. Rest In Peace, prayers for you and your family."

Brenda Kroll wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that the family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time. R.I.P. Steve, you will be missed. Brenda and Dan Kroll"

Tammy Wendt (Was a Ross when worked for him) wrote on Nov 28, 2017:

"So sorry for your loss prayers to the family at this time. Steve was a great boss and friend. My husband and I worked for him many years ago. R.I.P. Steve you will be missed. "

Jessica Fuller wrote on Nov 27, 2017:

"I'm sorry for your loss, sending many prayers and hugs to all! RIP Steve"

Heidi Petersen wrote on Nov 27, 2017:

"Our sincere sympathy to your family. God bless you with peace and comfort. Dave & Heidi Petersen "

June & Doc Burt wrote on Nov 27, 2017:

"Jody and family, I am saddened to hear of Steve's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish I could give you a big hug right now Jodi. Love you. June & Doc"