George
Thomas
Schenkel
Obituary
George Thomas Schenkel, 30, of Fort Wayne joined our Heavenly Father on Thursday, March 30, 2023, one year after his pancreatic cancer diagnosis. George was born August 25, 1992, in Fort Wayne. He graduated from Bishop Dwenger High School in 2011, and from Ball State University in 2017. He worked at Brotherhood Mutual for 5 years before pursuing his entrepreneurial endeavors.
George’s bold and uplifting presence was a gift in every circumstance, and he will be greatly missed by all who came to know him. He had a fun and adventurous spirit, as well as a strong-willed heart and a vibrant soul. He was a wonderful brother, son, and friend. George’s courage, strength, faith, and selflessness were evident in his life, particularly in his battle with cancer.
George is survived by his parents David and Lisa (Tippmann) Schenkel; and 11 living siblings, David Schenkel Jr; Luke (Kaila) Schenkel; Amanda (Thomas) Ludwiski; Grace (Luke) Kolquist; Claire (Trevor) Ecclestone; Lucy (Michael) Burkert; Sylvia (Alex) Budzon; Marie Schenkel; Adam Schenkel; Harrison Schenkel; and Benjamin Schenkel; 12 nieces and nephews; and grandparents Margaret Schenkel and Lois Tippmann.
George was preceded in death by his brother Charles Schenkel (2008); Grandfather Jack Schenkel (2017); Grandfather Vincent Tippmann (2019); and Mark Tippmann (2019); uncles, Mark Tippmann (2019) and Jim Bridges (2009).
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 am, Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4916 Trier Rd with calling one hour prior. Visitation will also be held Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm with a Rosary Service at 4:30 pm at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne.
Burial will be in the Catholic Cemetery, Fort Wayne.
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I DONT HAVE A MEMORY,,but went to High School with DAVID AND LISA. what a wonderful young man! GOD IS LUCKY TO HAVE HIM!
IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS!
In Loving Memory of Our Friend George,
Our hearts are filled with sadness and tears, but our memories are filled with smiles and laughter of the good times we shared over the years.
We will miss you forever. Love, Nick & Erin Feipel, Hannah & Brian Hanford, Kat & Quentin Goodin
The Schenkel families ~ George was a wonderful guy. He loved coming over our house to hang around to be with Priscilla. My heart goes to your family. He will be deeply missed. Our Sincere Sympathy
We are so saddened by the loss of our good friend and cousin George. So many great memories of him. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Alex and Katie Wharton, Steven and Kori Henry, Michael and Theresa McCarthy, Greg and Maddie McCarthy, Addie McCarthy, Kyle Hartzog
George brought so many gifts to our life. We will never forget those memories.
Pete, Lori, Brandon, Bailey, and Matt Schmidt & Jordan and Ashtin Tippmann
11 years ago I began working for the Tippmann family and it took no time before I felt like part of them. Georgie would walk through the office with his big smile and greet me as if he had known me forever. I watched him grow up into a beautiful strong man. Early on, I asked him if it was ok to call him “Georgie” he responded with an “of course” and so from that point on he’s been my Georgie……I’ll miss your smile and the light you brought. I’ll remember you when the sun shines and the moon glistens. The angels are truly singing their praises having you with them. You fought a good fight, Rest well Georgie.
With deepest sympathy and love,
The Burkert Family; Jay, Pam, Greg, Megan, John, Rachel and Jean and Sue Grieninger.
George was one of the nicest guys I’ve ever met. I know I will not be the only one saying that. My favorite memories are the weddings where without fail George would be dancing and he always had his signature crazy legs. Other great memories were the countless ‘balance beam wars’ I got to witness at his parents barn with his cousins. Every time I saw George he alway said hi and had something to say that put a smile on your face. George is already greatly missed!