Dolores Jeanne Scheel passed away on February 20, 2025, at the age of 95 in Chandler, AZ. She was born on September 7, 1929, in Grand Island, NE and lived a life filled with love, faith, and service.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Max Duane Scheel; her parents, George and Cheryl Smith; her brother, Duane Smith; her son-in-law, Rodney Kent Chapman; and her grandson, Jared Duane Scheel. She is survived by her children, Cheryl (Rich) Alvord, Debbie (Randy) Aagaard, and Doug (Camille) Scheel. Grandchildren-15, Great Grandchildren-37, Great-Great Grandchildren-12.
Dolores and Max shared a remarkable life together for 70 years. They embraced adventure and dedicated themselves to service, retiring early to serve five missions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Their grandchildren fondly remember them not for traditional work but for the warmth of Dolores’ homemade chocolate candy; and Max’s meticulous decorating and picture hanging in their homes. Throughout their marriage, they lived in various places to remain close to family, always prioritizing their loved ones.
Her legacy of love and devotion will be cherished by all who knew her. We take comfort in knowing that she and Max are reunited once more.
Graveside Services:
March 5, 2025, 1:00 PM
Valley View Memorial
4335 West 4100 South: West Valley City, UT 84120
Memorial Service:
March 9, 2025, 3:00 PM
Village at Ocotillo
990 West Ocotillo RD: Chandler, AZ 85248
We appreciate the assistance of the staff at The Village at Ocotillo and Hospice.
We recognize the assistance of Bunker Family Funeral Homes in Mesa, AZ and Jenkins Soffe Funeral Chapels South Jordan UT.
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
We sure enjoyed our many visits with Dolores.
Condolences to the family. She will certainly be missed.