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William "Bill" Dale Scheffler

April 30, 1953 - October 24, 2024

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Obituary For William "Bill" Dale Scheffler

MADISON, WI - William “Bill” Dale Scheffler passed away peacefully on October 24, 2024, at St Mary’s Hospital in Madison, WI. Bill was born on April 30, 1953, in Burwell, NE to the late Dale Scheffler and Doris (Keeney) Scheffler.

Bill worked very hard his whole life, starting as a very young entrepreneur pulling his lawn mower behind his bike looking for customers. Later, he managed a Bishop’s Restaurant and was a footwear buyer for several Midwest shoe companies. For the last 30 years, Bill’s attention to detail and focus on operating efficiencies made him an invaluable asset in the transportation and distribution logistics business. He recently retired from Capital Express Final Mile Logistics, where his dedication and contributions will be sorely missed.

In keeping with the “Work hard, play hard” motto, Bill enjoyed meeting up with friends to share stories and spirits, which often involved cheering on his Wisconsin Badgers, Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Brewers. He traveled to many places throughout the United States over his lifetime, with a special fondness for beach or mountain destinations.

Bill is survived by his brother: Stephen (Laura Lea) Scheffler, nephew: Jeffrey (Sheri) Scheffler, niece: Heather Scheffler, great niece: Gina (Jay) Brose, great nephews: Logan Ligas and Bret Scheffler, and great niece: Suki Scheffler.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents: Dale and Doris Scheffler, and his grandparents: Carl and Anna Scheffler, and Jesse and Alice Marie Keeney.

Bill will always be remembered for his determination and hard work, his integrity, his kind heart, and for the way he lived life in his own way. Simply put, Bill was one of the good guys who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Bill’s family would like to extend a special thank you to Agrace Hospice Care and to Bill’s great friends: Patty Borman, Pam Kinder, and Debbie Wendt.

A celebration of Bill’s life will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024, at Ryan Funeral Home, 220 Enterprise Dr, Verona, WI, 53593. Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm with a memorial service at 7:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Agrace Hospice Care would be greatly appreciated. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

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22 Nov

Celebration of Life

06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

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22 Nov

Celebration of Life Service

07:30 PM

Ryan Funeral Homes – Verona 220 S. Enterprise Drive Verona, WI 53593 Get Directions »
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  • November 22, 2024

    Heather Scheffler

    Uncle Bill - You will always hold a special place in my ❤️ I love you so very much! Rest in peace!

  • November 21, 2024

    Pamela Kinder

    Bill, thank you for being such a good friend. You have made so many wonderful memories to hold in all of hearts forever. I will miss you. Rest in peace Bill - Pam Kinder

  • November 16, 2024

    Patty Borman

    Bill I miss you everyday. My heart feels empty without you. Our nightly calls & text messages will never be forgotten. Thanks for the many years together. Meet you on the other side of the rainbow bridge. Love you always Patty

  • November 07, 2024

    Debbie Wendt

    Bill, I sure do miss you. You will always be in my heart. We had 30+ years of making memories, interesting adventures and lots of laughs. I learned a lot from you. Our lives crossed paths for a reason! Love you!! ❤️

  • November 07, 2024

    Lisa Blohm

    Bill, I can not begin to tell you how much I miss you and how much I miss you and our talks and dinners at Texas Roadhouse. God Bless You and I will miss you! God Speed my friend, Lisa Blohm

  • November 04, 2024

    Andrea Wendt

    Thank you Bill for being a great friend and coworker to my mom. My deepest sympathies to Bill's family and friends. - Andrea Wendt (Debbie's daughter)

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    Terry Alan Knutson sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for William "Bill" Dale Scheffler - November 22, 2024

    Bill, Thank you for your steadfast dedication and loyalty to all our customers and associates. You will be missed by many! Warmest Thoughts and Prayers to your family and friends. Terry K.

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