Anna Belle Scheckel

Anna Belle Scheckel, age 83, of Garnett, Kansas entered into eternal life on June 9, 2018. She was born on July 28, 1934 in Greeley, Kansas, the youngest daughter of Philip and Rose (Oswald) Lickteig. She graduated as salutatorian of her class from Greeley High School in 1952. Anna Belle married Lavern Scheckel at St. John's Catholic Church in Greeley on September 6, 1954. This union was blessed with five children. Anna Belle was known for her energy and compassion for others. She met her husband while working at the Greeley Coop and later worked alongside him at the family owned Western Auto Store. While working and raising five children, she also gave generously of her time to her parish, organizing dinners, making her famous cinnamon rolls, and later raising funds through couponing for the parish school. Anna Belle took care of her mother and her mother-in-law in their later years. She was an organic gardener long before such practices were popular. She anned enormous quantities of fruits and vegetables each summer while always having an open door for visitors and family. Many have commented that her home was like Grand Central Station with a pot of coffee always brewing and home baked goods on the table. Anna Belle and Laverne loved to travel, taking the family on many vacations over the years. As a couple, they enjoyed taking trips with a variety of extended family members. Anna Belle deeply enjoyed this life, laughing easily and listening deeply to those she loved. She made other people feel at home with her kindness and easy manner. Ultimately, it was her deep faith that motivated and sustained her. Her children and grandchildren grieve her passing and will greatly miss her. The family would like to thank her many caregivers for their dedication. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Lavern Scheckel and five children, Gene Scheckel (Lela) of Owasso, OK; Cindy Molini (William) of Excelsior Springs, MO; Roger Scheckel of Topeka, KS; John Scheckel (Cathy) of Princeton, KS; and Mary Lou Scheckel of Garnett, KS. She is survived by eight grandchildren: Marisa, Melanie, Sarah, Caleb, Benjamin, Britta, Jenna and Regan. She is also survived by two sisters, Mildred Martin, Kansas City, MO; Thelma Emerson, Longwood, FL; and many nieces and nephews. Anna Belle was preceded in death by her Sister, Margie Samson. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, June 14, 2018, at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Garnett, Kansas. Burial will follow in St. Boniface Cemetery, Scipio. Rosary and visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Wednesday evening at Holy Angels Church. Memorial contributions can be made to Holy Angels Catholic Church and/or Crossroads Hospice. You may send your condolences to the family at www.feuerbornfuneral.com