August 4, 1938 - April 19, 2022
Simon (Boopie) Schell, 83 of Marvell, Arkansas passed away April 19, 2022 surrounded by his family. Boopie graduated from Marvell High School where he went on to serve in the United States Air Force. He retired as a rural mail carrier from the United States Postal Service.
Boopie spent his retirement years enjoying his daily routine which consisted of breakfast with the boys (discussing the latest happenings in Marvell). He then worked his ''demanding'' shift at the Trenton Museum with Percy Kale. He spent his evenings checking on his Hoot and Shoot family and then took his daily drive to watch the sunset. Boopie loved visiting with the friends and family and was loved by all.
He is proceeded in death by Simon and Edith Schell and sister Rosemary Kale. He is survived by his children Todd Schell (Patti) of Nesbit, MS and Terri Jo Banks (Tony) of Coila, MS; six grandchildren Madison Sigler (Brad) with great grandson Sutton; Alex Mckinney (Kyle) with great granddaughter Karsyn; Cody Oxner (Meri-Austin); McKenzie Banks; Emma Grace Reed(Coats); and Rylee Jo Banks. He is also survived by brother-in-law Percy Kale; niece Randi LaBar (David); nephews Chris Kale (Cindy); and Glenn Kale.
A funeral service for Mr. Simon Schell III will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday , April 22, 2022 at Bob Neal and Sons Brickell Funeral Home in Marvell, Arkansas. Visitation will be held one hour prior at 1:00 p.m.
Pallbearers will be Glenn Kale, Chris Kale, Bill Atkinson, Richard Hawkins, David Parker and Sonny Foster.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Percy Kale, Jerold Ray Brock.
Services are directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571, Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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27 Condolence(s)
Anna Griffin
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Todd And Terri Jo so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a very sweet person.
Barbara Jackson Frazier
Friday, April 22, 2022
Boopie was a classmate for eight years and the kind of friend that everyone needs. I never saw him angry or complaining, even when he was going through so much illness and pain. For the last few years we had talked on the phone fairly often and he would end by saying "Let's do this again soon". I will miss him. I am praying for his family.
Mark Landon
Friday, April 22, 2022
Todd and Terri Jo and all of the family,
Very sorry to hear about Uncle Boopie's passing. For many years, Mom and Dad would keep me updated on what Uncle Boopie was up to and how he was doing. I'm going to miss those updates and seeing him when I was able to come to visit. I will always remember the times I had with Uncle Boopie. He is going to be missed by so many people that he touched.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kayla Ramos
Friday, April 22, 2022
Mr. Boopie was a remarkable man, I enjoyed seeing him daily during my summer stays with my nanny and poppa (Wayne and Vivian Shadden). He will be greatly missed by our whole family!
Ashley Broyles
Thursday, April 21, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. We pray for the family and friends during this time. Love to you all.
Steve and Debbie Davis
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Todd, Terri Jo and your family,
Our prayers are for peace and understanding in the loss of your Dad. He was a treasured icon around Marvell and will surely be missed by all who knew him. He may be gone from our sight but the memories of his gentle and kind ways will remain in our hearts. Hugs to all! â¤
Andy & Rayna Bogue
Thursday, April 21, 2022
We loved Mr. Boopie! He was so sweet and always had a kind word and a smile on his face. He will be missed. We will be keeping you all in our prayers.
Peige Elliott
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Oh my., Sweet Boopieâ¤ï¸He was so nice, we always gave him a good laugh being crazy teenagers! Love to yall T Jo. Im sorry for your loss. He one of the kindest. God bless till you see him againâ¤ï¸Love you
Mary Patterson Windisch
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Sorry for another special class mate of MHS 1956. He will be missed by all of us.
Rose Paige
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Todd and Terri Jo so sorry for your loss. Boobie was a very nice man. Sending prayers to you and family for comfort and peace.
Sharon Hindsley Cutlip
Thursday, April 21, 2022
He will always hold a special place in my heart and many others. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you.
TINA WILSON
Thursday, April 21, 2022
DEAR TERRI JO AND FAMILY, MR. BOOPIE WAS A SOFT SPOKEN, SWEET MAN. WE LOVED HIS WEEKLY STOPS BY FARMERS SUPPLY. I GOT TO KNOW HIM WELL WHEN I BEGAIN WORKING DOWN HERE EVERY MORNING AT THE BREAKFAST TABLE WHEN I STOPPED IN FOR MY TEA, WE WOULD DISCUSS WHAT OUR DAY WAS GOING TO CONSIST OF... HE WAS SO SWEET AND WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY SO MANY AROUND MARVELL. LOVE TO YOU ALL. DENNIS AND TINA WILSON
Annie Guest
Thursday, April 21, 2022
I will miss Mr. Boopie so much. He was definitely one on my favorite people. I always saw him smiling with a friendly hello for all. I’ll miss my hugs. Deepest condolences to all his family.
Bryan Shadden
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Mr Boopie was a good man and will be missed
JUDY C ADAMSON
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Boopie will always have a special place in my heart. He was a very kind and gentle hearted man and was loved by everyone that knew him. He was a good Mail Carrier that cared for his customers and I enjoyed working with him for more than eighteen years. Deepest Sympathy and Prayers for Peace and Comfort for Terri Jo, Todd and families.
Veraline Elam
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Mrs. Terri I’m so sorry for your loss and I send my sincere condolences to you and your family.
Callie Dillard
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Such an honor to have been part of helping taking care of such a sweet and genuine person. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Sure hope those sunsets are beautiful from Heaven!
Carolyn Brewer
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Prayers to all family & friends, he was a great guy, & I miss seeing him every morning & afternoon taking his usual drives, loved him very much!
MaryCoke
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Have know Boopie for years he was the kind of manthT was there whenyouneeded help..I lasted him 3 years ago at a class reuion. Will miss him.
Shirley Van Meter Freeman
Thursday, April 21, 2022
I remember Boopie as the delightful little brother of my friend and classmate Rosemary Shell Kale. He was always happy. Condolences to the family.
Melba McIntosh
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
I love Boop's. He will be missed by so, so many. He was a gentle soul who cared about those he knew. I have so many memories that I have to look back on so he will always be in my heart.
Ruth Kirkley Jenkins
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Boopie was a wonderful person. He will be missed. TerriJo and Todd and families I send my hugs and love â¤ï¸ to all of you.
Florence B O'Neal and Thomas Bland
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Thinking of yall at this time
Bob and Peggy wilcox
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
We loved the time we spent with Boopie over the years and he will surely be missed. Loved dancing and visiting with him at shaddens. So sorry for your loss.
Bob and Peggy
Randi LaBar
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Love You Forever💙
Tina Fisher
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. I have fond memories of Mr. Boopie.
Randy Fitts
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Sorry to hear about Boopie. I have known him all my life. He was a good man.