"I worked with Bev for many years at the college. She had such a great sense of humor, and I miss her smiles/laughter. I don't know how else to contact the family, but I want them to know I saw Bev's name listed on the People's Co-op newsletter a couple months ago as someone they needed an address for so they could send her capital credits. Please call People's Energy Cooperative to let them know where to send the money."
In loving memory of
Dr. Melvin L. Scheffel
September 16, 2011
Melvin LeRoy Scheffel, one of eight children of Mae Anna (Spoerke) and Dr. William Emanuel Scheffel, was born on April 6, 1924 in Tyndall, South Dakota. He graduated from Tyndall High School in 1942, Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell, South Dakota in 1945; Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska in 1949, where he received his Degree in Medicine; and the University of Nebraska in Omaha in 1973, where he received his Degree in Pediatrics.
In 1950, Dr. Scheffel began practice in Malvern, Iowa. He worked for 22 years as a family doctor and surgeon at his office on Main Street, serving many families throughout Southwest Iowa. He was also on the medical staff at Mercy Hospital and Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs, Iowa, as well as several hospitals in Omaha. Dr. Scheffel was also a professor at both the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Creighton University in Omaha. In 1973, Dr. Scheffel worked in the Children's Hospital Pediatric Emergency in Omaha, until his retirement in 1987.
Melvin and Ardis Chudomelka were married on October 23, 1949 in Omaha. They made their home in Malvern and their marriage was blessed with three children, Andrea, Lori, and Scott. In 1971, they moved to Omaha. He and Ardis made their home on Lake Manawa in Council Bluffs in 1982.
Dr. Scheffel was a member of the Broadway United Methodist Church in Council Bluffs, a 32nd degree Mason, and a Tangier Shriner. He was a member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Family Practice and Metro Omaha Medical Society.
Dr. Scheffel and Ardis enjoyed spending time at their place in the Black Hills of South Dakota. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing, and was an active conservationist, having planted hundreds, even thousands, of trees throughout the years. Doc especially enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.
Dr. Scheffel and Ardis were married 61 years, when he passed away on September 16, 2011 at the Bergan Mercy Hospital in Omaha. He attained the age of 87 years, 5 months and 10 days.
Dr. Scheffel was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Andrea Scheffel; sisters, Mae Scheffel and Helen Cokeley; brothers, William Scheffel, Dr. Alfred Scheffel, and Orville Scheffel.
Dr. Scheffel is survived by his loving wife, Ardis Scheffel of Council Bluffs; daughter, Lori Calder and husband Steve of Liberty, MO; son, Scott Scheffel and wife Dorene of Council Bluffs; seven grandchildren, Jason Calder and wife Cheryl, Katherine Calder, Suzanne Calder, Melynda (Scheffel) Emerson and husband James, Jenna Scheffel and Kelso King, Jerrod Scheffel, and Mikael Scheffel; three great-grandchildren, Jacob, Victoria, and Joel Calder; brother, Dr. Lloyd Scheffel and wife Mary of Mount Prospect, IL and twin brother, Dr. Alvin Scheffel and wife Mae of Estherville, IA; other relatives; and many friends.
A memorial fund has been established.
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" A SHADES OF ELEGANCE was ordered on May 20, 2017 "
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" A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent by Lora and Larry Ackermann, Lori and Gage Patrico on May 19, 2017 "
" A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on May 19, 2017 Our thoughts and prayer are with all of the family FROM; Larry and Patsy Stewart & Eric & family; Sandra Banks & Family, Scott & Beth Ann DeJoodes & family; Marks Banks & Family; Danny Cowman & Deb Stanley-Cowman and family "
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"Iam so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we care .(sis) Melissa Byram."
"She like a grandma to me always there when need a hug or talk. Always had a smile on her face. She love our kids so much. We miss you grandma and great friend to me. Love to you all"
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"Michelle, Scott & Family,I am very sorry to hear about your mom. May she rest in peace. Sending a prayer for you and your family."
"My most sincere sympathy to Bev' s family during these difficult days. May you gain strength and support from friends and from each other. She is at peace now."
"Thinking of your family at your time of loss & sending our deepest sympathies."
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"Michelle,We are so very sorry for your loss. Please let us know if here is anything we can do for you and your family."
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"A very very sad day! She was an amazing women beyond words. She will be missed greatly by so many people. I am so sorry for your loss!!! Thinking of your entire family. Love you like a sister!!"
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"Rest in peace my sweet Aunt Bev. You were a strong woman and I always looked up to you. Love to my cousins."
"I just wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Lots of fond memories, he was sure a special guy. Barb Farmer"
"I remember my grandparents Roy and Nina Price that lived in Malvern in the 60's and 70's talking about Dr. Scheffel. When my grandma was so ill, he was so nice to her. God bless him."
"Sorry for your loss. I really enjoyed visiting with doc and have great memories hunting with him. The family is in our prayers"
"I am so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of all of you. I remember Melvin with such fond memories. He was a great man and will be missed."
"So sorry to hear of you loss. I remember your father from when he put sticthes in me several times and also took care of my mother and our entire family. He fixed my brothers ankle several times. He Delivered me and also helped me during the birth and loss of my second child. He was a great man and will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts go out to you and your family."
"Dear Lori, Ardis, Scott and Family, I am so saddened to hear about the loss of your Dad. He was such a loving, kind and very special man. I have many fond memories from growing up next door to your family. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Your wonderful Dad will always live on in our hearts and in the legacy he has left by helping so many people and raising such a beautiful family. Blessings to you and your family during this difficult time. Love, Jan Barton "
"Dear Mrs. Scheffel, Lori, Scott(one of my cherished friends), Dorene and family, Sometimes a death gives us a chance to reflect on how someone special has affected our own life. I am so glad the your family lived in Malvern. Mrs. Scheffel was my Brownie scout leader, and your family was so generous to allow our Girl Scout troop to have fun camp-outs at your rural cabin. She was probably the first RN that I knew and planted the seed for me to become an RN. Nursing has been so good to me and I cherish my profession. When Doc Scheffel donated the tennis and basketball courts at the high school, it was such a generous gift to the community. While growing up in Malvern, it was wonderful to have a court that was actually flat and I have many great memories there. And, most of all, I am so glad I had Scott as a friend. When we were in junior high, Scott walked me home after a dance. He said when he got home there was a note on his pillow that Doc had written that said, "If you kissed Kim, go wash your lips!" Doc had such a great sense of humor and I loved his laugh. I thought it was so special when Scott and Dorene named their precious, new daughter after his Dad. As long as we keep the memories of our loved ones alive, they will live forever. I'm so sorry for your loss, and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, Kim "
"My sincereest condolences to the Scheffel family. Doc was a very special doctor in my younger years and a very special man. It was wonderful to get reaquainted during his stay a Risen Son. It was an opportunity to give back to someone who had given so much. Heaven is richer and all who knew him during his earthly life feel a great loss. May your very warm and cherished memories and times with him give you all comfort during this time of grief. He has touched many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. So sorry that I will not be able to attend the visitation of service due to prior committments."
"My condolences to the Scheffel family. Stuart and I had a chance to visit with Mel and Ardis last Dec and he gave me a microscope that dad had got for him. I will always remember that gift and visit. God bless and be with you and help you with your loss. Matt Knight"
"Lori, our prayers are with you and your family. love Pam (Newberg)Vermele and Family."