Gary Fred Schoeller



Gary was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on January 14, 1943. He was one of six children to Bernice (nee Carpenter) and Donald Schoeller. He was raised in St. Paul, Minnesota and graduated from Monroe High School in 1961. Following graduation, he went on to work as a computer programmer at Control Data. He eventually found his niche in construction sales and owned his own companies, Twin Town Remodelers and Laker Construction. When he was not working, Gary could be found on his computer dealing and trading in the stock market.



Throughout his life, Gary was avid about staying healthy and active. He enjoyed walking & roller skating around the lakes in Minneapolis (Lake Calhoun, Lake of the Isles, Lake Nokomis, Lake Harriet.) His passion for roller skating lead him to many roller skating competitions. Gary could also be found speed walking at the Mall of America or riding his bicycle around. Another happiness was going for rides on his motorcycle, especially in the Fall as he enjoyed taking in the changing of the leaves.


Growing up, Gary would take his three children up North to go camping & fishing and Summers would be spent on Forest Lake with family. He even instilled his enthusiasm of roller skating to his children. Gary’s seven grandchildren were the center of his life. He enjoyed watching them play in sports, attending band concerts and dance recitals. He was a supporter of the Take Steps Walk for Crohn’s & Colitis - walking each year with his family. Gary also enjoyed taking family trips with his children and their families, going to Walt Disney World was a favorite.



Gary met Pam in September of 2005. Their thirteen year partnership was rewarding and fulfilled with many laughs, dancing, and traveling.


Gary will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His children want him to be remembered for his on point sense of humor, ability to make anyone laugh and infectious smile. Also, for the way he courageously battled Lewy Body Dementia with dignity.