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Obituary

MERRELL GEORGE SCHEEL

March 26, 2022

Merrell George Scheel of Kincardine, died peacefully at the Kincardine hospital, March 26, 2022, in his 89th year. Loving husband of Caryl (nee Abray) for 63 years. Devoted father of Bradley and his wife, Kelly; and Ruthanne and her husband, David Powell. Missed by his grandchildren, Benjamin (Sarah) and Rachel Scheel; and Morgan and Andrew Powell. Fondly remembered by his brother-in-law, George Abray, and his wife, Charlene, of Atlanta, Georgia; and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, George and Selma Scheel; and brother, Versal and his wife, Esther. Merrell was a 36-year employee of the former Ontario Hydro and Ontario Power Generation (OPG), and served at many locations in transformer, generating and nuclear stations throughout Eastern, West Central and Western Regions. He was a 61-year member of the Masonic Lodge, and a founding member of the Cloudbusters Model Club and Kincardine Probus. He also enjoyed hunting, bowling, snooker, golf and woodworking. As a faithful member of his church community, Merrell served on several boards and committees to further his service to the Lord. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Kincardine, Saturday, May 7, 2022. Details will be published when confirmed. Interment, Kincardine Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice, would be appreciated by the family; arrangements entrusted to the Davey-Linklater Funeral Home, Kincardine; www.daveylinklaterfuneralhome.com.