Scheel, Kenneth J.
Scheel, Kenneth J. age 77 of Fredon Twp., NJ died peacefully at his home Sunday September 30th, 2012 following a long illness. Born in Teaneck, NJ he lived in Palisades Park before moving to Sussex County.
Son of the late John and Mae (Scott) Scheel. Ken, the “guy with the cigar” owned and operated Heritage Custom Flooring. As a Master Craftsman, Ken loved his trade and he loved to work. He was a kind, loving and generous soul. Ken genuinely enjoyed his life always having a smile on his face. He was an amazing husband, father, and stepfather, truly a gift from God.
He enjoyed traveling, dancing, and puttering around the house. Ken, an avid hunter and angler, was a member of the “Goose Gang”. He was a man of integrity, accountability and always true to his word.
Survivors include his wife Susan A. (Stalter), her daughter, Lauren Weaver, and son Robert Weaver, and his sons Walter and Kenneth Scheel, his daughters Kim Kus, Cheri Kriener, and Kathi Donofrio. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Memorial visitation will be held Sunday October 7th from 2-4 PM immediately followed by Memorial Funeral Services at 4:00 PM in the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. (Rt. 206) Newton, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Partnership for Social Services Family Center, Franklin, NJ, in care of Sister Thomasina 48 Wyker Road, Suite 4, Franklin, N.J 07416 and the Karen Ann Quinlan Center of Hope Hospice #99 Sparta Ave. Newton, NJ 07860.
