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Trina Whelan Ralph posted a condolence
Mary Ellen, Randy, Casey and Tyler know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. I can't even begin to imagine the grief you all feel right now. Take comfort in the love of God and the love and support of all your family.
Love and Prayers
Trina and Jon
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Meghan posted a condolence
I will never forget the day when her mother who is my aunt, surprized me by telling me that I was going to be Gwennie's Godmother. That was such a thrill for me. I was so honered and touched that I will never forget that.
I will also not forget all of the other joys we shared with each other like all the christmases we shared, when I also became her confirmation sponser, family parties, graduations, all of the other good times. Those are some of the memories that I have and will always have forever with Gwennie. I love you with all of my heart.
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Barbara Mayhew posted a condolence
Dear Randy and MaryEllen: I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you as are all the guys here at Brantley Way Group Home.
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Nora Phillips posted a condolence
In Memory of Gwen:
Maryellen, Randy, Casey & Tyler - I am so greatful to have had the time with you when you were all in Ontario. It's a time myself and Christian will always treasure and carry in our hearts. Gwen's smile and laughter was irresistible! Our deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers to all of you. Take Care and God Bless! Nora (Phillips), Christian (Phillips-Hume), Leo (Walsh) and Gerard (Phillips), Colliers, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
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marg hann posted a condolence
Randy, Maryelen, Casey and Tyler: Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this very difficult time in your lives. Please hold dear to your hearts that you were the best family a little angel could ever have asked for. So much love and friendship was given to your little angel and tonite she rests in peace with all those gone before her. Keep the faith and all our love to you all. Your dear cousin, Marg, John Shane and Natasha.
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Mrs. Patty & The St. Anthony's Pre K Kindergarten class posted a condolence
To the Schell Family,
As the mother of 4 I can not even begin to imagine the depth of your loss. As the Preschool / Kindergarten teacher here at St. Anthony's Parish, please know that my class will be praying for the soul of your daughter and for your entire family as well this coming Sunday.
While there is nothing that I can say to even begin to assuage your heartache I will continue to pray for God to watch over you and your family and bring you comfort in knowing that she rests in His holy hands.
With Sincerest Sympathies,
The Gioffre Family
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Darlene Whelan posted a condolence
Maryellen, Randy, Casey & Tyler, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your beautiful Gwendolyn. We wish we could find the words that would lessen your pain, but we cannot even imagine what they are. Take comfort in knowing we will hold you, Randy, Casey and Tyler in our thoughts, our hearts and our prayers as you move through the process of grieving and healing. May knowing that Gwendolyn has wonderful grandparents who are waiting in heaven with open arms to welcome her back into the family fold, bring you comfort. Please know that your family in Newfoundland is asking God to bless and watch over you all. All our love and prayers; Darlene, Jerome, David & Stephanie. XXX OOO XXX, Newfoundland, Canada
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Bro. Tom Osorio, OH posted a condolence
We will miss Gwen so very much. She was a gift and blessing. Please know of my love and Prayers.
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Gay Phillips posted a condolence
Maryellen, Randy, Tyler & Casey,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember the special moments and keep her in your hearts.
Love,
Gay
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Leona(Whelan) Wall posted a condolence
Maryellen, Randy, Casey & Tyler,
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I never had the opportunity to meet Gwen but knowing the wonderful family she had, I am sure she was a very loved girl. She was blessed to have such a beautiful family as you were all blessed to have such a beautiful daughter and sister. Hold dear to you the wonderful memories you all have of Gwen and use these memories to help you through your sorrow. God bless you all!! Love always, Leona, Brian, Kevin, Brianna & Heather
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Sr. Dianna posted a condolence
As one of Gwen’s teachers, I wanted to share some of my memories and stories about Gwen, or should I say Princess Gwendolyn (and I think that Gwendolyn is a perfect name for a princess, it just fits).
Over this past week I was reflecting that each of the kids in a classroom brings something unique to the class, something special that contributes to the group and makes the class complete. I asked myself, “What is it that Gwen contributed? What did Gwen bring that was uniquely hers?� Some things came immediately to mind: In our class, Gwen was sunshine and joy. Sunshine and joy, giggles and smiles, a truly happy presence. Understand that whatever gifts the kids bring to the class, it draws that same gift out of the others, and encourages it to grow in everyone. Gwen’s joy would draw the joy out of the others so that theirs could shine with hers.
Gwen loved being part of the action, loved being part of the group. If she thought that something was going on and she was missing it, she’d let you know that she was there. She’d get this look like, “Hey, what about me?� Gwen loved to be entertained, and the school staff was only too happy to oblige. Her favorite entertainers were Sue, Donna and Cindy. As soon as any of them came into the room, Gwen would give them her “I’m waiting� look, and they would put on a song and dance. Gwen LOVED that, she’d smile and laugh out loud.
I myself was never one of the dancers. My job was different. I was the distracter. Often Mel would come to visit and see how Gwen was doing. This is how I know how much Gwen loved her Mom. When Mel came in Gwen was like “YES!! My MOM is here!� Her face LIT UP. They’d have a nice visit, then Mel would visit a few minutes with the staff. Then she’d get ready to leave. And Gwen wanted to go too. That was when it was time to distract her: “Gwen, you can’t go now… because we are going to do this or that project today.� And then she’d be fine and her happy self.
I’ll bet you all don’t know that Gwen was a 4-H member. She was one of the founding members of the “Mission Possible 4-H Club.� I know that the folks at the county 4-H office were very impressed with Gwen and her fellow 4-Hers, especially their community service projects (school supplies for the Amish Children and raising over $350.00 for a Scholarship fund) and their public presentations. Gwen and her group presented popcorn making in front of a panel of 4-H leaders and did a super job, using all kinds of switches to give speeches and make popcorn, and quite independently at that. The panel members were amazed at what they saw.
Another special time was going to Toronto to see the Pope for World Youth Day. What an adventure that was: traveling together, fighting the crowds, and finding ourselves in the midst of the dignitaries for the opening celebration. Most of all, learning that the important thing is not in being where WE want to be, but being together in the place where God wants us to be.
I remember before Gwen came to our class, meeting with Mel and Kate in the Granada Room, talking about Gwen’s transition into a new class, in the school with the big kids. Gwen was young to be moving over, and it was a decision we all made together. I can tell you that I am so very grateful that Gwen came over when she did, grateful for the two years I was able to spend with Gwen. I was truly blest to have been able to be with her. Her presence was a gift to me and to the rest of the class.
I have learned something special from each of my students, and I asked myself, “What have I learned from Gwen?� She taught me a lot about being a joyful presence among the others with whom I find myself. She gave a great example of that. And for me personally, as a sister who lives in a community, this is profound and meaningful. So when the days come when I am not so upbeat and ready to be a joyful presence, I will think of Gwen and remember her example, and I am sure that that will pick me up and help me to smile and be the joyful presence that I desire to be.
St. Paul says in the first letter to the Corinthians, “Eye has not seen, ear has not heard, nor has it so much as dawned on man what God has prepared for those who love Him.� (1Cor.2,9). Certainly God has prepared something very special for Gwen, and we know that she is there enjoying His presence for all of eternity, and she is waiting to welcome us home with her.
To Mel and Randy, I just want to say that you were awesome parents to Gwen, you loved her and gave the best of yourselves and the best of everything. She loved you a lot. As God has a special place in Heaven for Gwen, so He will surely have for you. To both of you, and to Casey and Tyler, I want to say Thank-you for sharing Princess Gwendolyn with us. Thank-you for trusting us enough to put her on the bus each day and send her off to school, sure that she would be in good hands. I am grateful to God that I was able to be a small part of her life. God bless you…
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Mommy posted a condolence
I was singing "You are my special angel" in the car this morning. I could almost see you in the back seat smiling at me.
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Sharon Lyons posted a condolence
Gwen was an adorable little girl. Always smiling. My heart aches for Maryellen, Randy, Tyler and Casey. My thoughts and prayers are with all of them.
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Cherylanne Phillips posted a condolence
Maryellen, Randy, Casey & Tyler:
My thoughts are with you all at this sad time. I can only imagine the deep sense of loss you all are experiencing right now but I know you will gain a great deal of comfort in your cherished memories of Gwennie. It is with regret that our family here in Colliers never got the chance to meet her. My thoughts, prayers, & all of my love are with you all now, I will phone you later next week. Please take care of yourselves.
Love Always
Cherylanne & Justin
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