27 Apr Josephine “Jo” Scheeler
Josephine Scheeler, 76, Bismarck, passed away on April 26, 2024, in a Bismarck hospital, with her family by her side. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. at Refuge Church. Visitation will be on Tuesday, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Bismarck Funeral Home. Interment will be at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, Mandan.
Jo was born on October 21, 1947, to John and Josephine (Horan) Olheiser. She was raised and educated in Dickinson.
At the age of fifteen she met the love of her life Aron Scheeler. They were united in marriage on June 21, 1967, in Dickinson. In 1973, they moved to Mott where she worked various jobs. While living in Mott she was a proud member of the Assembly of God Church where she served on the church board for several years.
After her husband’s passing, she moved to Bismarck to be closer to her children. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and sisters. Jo enjoyed sharing her faith through scriptures on Facebook with friends, family, and complete strangers she added.
Jo is survived by her daughters: Lorelei Scheeler, Bismarck, Carrie Scheeler, Dickinson, Cammie (Lee) Enders, Bismarck, Jessica (Jason) Petryszyn, Bismarck; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; brothers: Ronald and John; sisters: Shannon Backer and Janice Lynne; and special four-legged companion: Amos.
Jo was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers, and an infant sister.
Our sympathy & prayers to “Grandma Jo” family. She was loved & cared for by her family. It was so nice to hear them talk about their Friday night visits after their working week. She had a special closeness to God & shared that love. She loved spending time with her grandchildren & hearing their stories
Sorry that you lost your mother Jo. She was a special friend to my sister Lena when they were neighbors in Mott. Jo was kind,loving and generous with her faith. This will be a difficult time for you all but memories & her love will help heal the sorrow & pain. PRAYERS & Mass will be said for her. She now will rest in eternal peace in the mercy of God. 🙏 AMEN Joan Archer
Rest in peace sweet lady! It was always nice to see you.. Hugs an prayers to the family!!
So soory for your loss Lori. Praying for you and your son during these difficult times. Your mother was always a great neighbor to my mother and so kind. Wishing Blessings to you and your family in your grieving process. May it be short knowing that she is in eternal paradise.