Hope Ruth Schell was born November 27, 1984, at Belle Fourche, SD to Robert (Bob) and Ruth (Burmeister) Schell, the youngest of six children. Hope passed away November 19, 2022 at Billings, MT. Hope faced many health challenges in her life and this last one was just too much for her to overcome. There will be no services and her ashes will be buried next to her parents in a private family service at a later date.
Hope enjoyed living on the ranch in the Long Pines northwest of Camp Crook, SD. She could often be found outside with the ranch dog nearby, keeping watch over her or helping her get into mischief, depending on the day. She spent many hours riding along behind Dad (or anybody else she could talk into a ride) on his horse, checking and moving cows, and later on her own horse. She enjoyed riding along to feed cattle in the pickup or tractor. Going for evening drives in the hills to look for deer was also a frequent occurrence. Her love for baby animals was evident as well and she would often be the first to discover a new batch of baby kittens. She also spent time watching old westerns, particularly those starring John Wayne, and Disney movies, or listening to music – often at max volume so everyone else in the house could hear it too. Hope liked being around people and enjoyed riding the bus to school in Camp Crook and then going to school in Buffalo when Jo started high school. She stole everyone’s heart and was loved beyond measure and will be dearly missed.
Survivors include her siblings: Julie Schell; Rose (Todd) LaRowe and their children, Nicole (Josh) Zent and son, Joshua, and Clint (Nycole) LaRowe and daughters, Lyv and Andi; Tim (Jodi) Schell and their children Milton, Saxon, Anton, Elsa and Ayda; Lila (Kirby) Baier and their sons, Ryne (fiancé Jada Rokke) and Kyler; and Jo (Jeff) Thompson and their children, Rachel and Matthew. She is survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Hope was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Ruth Schell; paternal grandparents, William and Blanche Schell; Maternal grandparents, Harry and Gladys Burmeister; many aunts, uncles and several cousins.
Please send all condolences and messages of sympathy to the family by vising: www.stevensonandsons.com.
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Patty Tetrault says
We are so sorry to hear you’ve lost your dear Hope. We had many visits at the St Onge sale barn with your folks and enjoyed entertaining the 2 “little girls”. Please know we are thinking of you all. Our sincere sympathies.
Glen and Patty Tetrault.
Jennifer Wild says
My deepest sympathies in the loss of your dear Hope.
Jennifer (Jones) Wild
Laura and Bill Johnson says
So sorry to hear – many prayers.
Kay Baier says
My thoughts and prayers to the family,
.Hope knew everyone and greeted everyone with a hug.
Kay Baier
Bill and Carol (Snyder) Jenson says
Hope brought light to everyone who crossed her path. Her joy and optimism were a gift to us all. She will be missed by more people than we know. So sorry for your loss.
Lynn Anderson says
Julie, Rose and Family,
I was saddened to learn of Hope’s passing. She was such a sweet gal and I still remember the hug she gave me in Walmart the last time I saw her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dean Millett says
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
De Nice Curry says
I will so miss my little buddy Hope when she came into Dr. Wagner’s office. I enjoyed making her laugh or smile and talking about Gunsmoke. I am so sorry for your loss Julie.
Laurie Walters-Clark says
We are sad to read about the death of Hope. She was very sweet to us, although we really weren’t around her very much. I know she leaves a hole in your hearts. I pray for your comfort in knowing she is with Bob and Ruth and at peace.
John Clark and Laurie Walters-Clark
Alice Peterson says
Deepest sympathy for loss of you beloved Hope prayers
Peggy Humbracht says
I have always enjoyed having Hope come and visit with her mom. She was a joy to be around and showed her sly humor and her big smile. Know that I am sending my sincerest condolences to you all, and sending many prayers
Tessa Teigen-Beyers says
I’m so sorry for the loss of Hope. The time she went to school with me was a treasure and she helped me gain a perspective on people I wouldn’t have without her. I always enjoyed our friendship and even years later I always enjoyed seeing her and getting hugs. I have many wonderful memories with her and think of her often. My love goes to the family. ♡
-Tessa Teigen-Beyers
Charlie and Gail Brence says
Our hearts go out to all of you in the loss of Hope. She truly did win every ones heart the minute you met her. What a special girl she was. What an empty place there will be in your lives. Hold on to the memories. Prayers for all of you.
Charlie and Gail Brence
Ken & Bonnie Nelson says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, Hope was a very special young lady and loved by all that knew her, she will be missed by so many.
Jamie & Juanita Byrne says
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to all of you.
Lynn and Dave Williams says
Our sincere condolences to the Schell family. May good memories help fill the holes in your hearts.💕🙏
Justin Till says
Sorry for the loss of Hope she has always had a special in my heart never missed a hug from her and visits she was a super lady
Michele Mickolio says
So sorry for your loss. God bless.
Alane says
Rose and Loved Ones
My deepest condolences on your loss.
May fond memories flood your heart to keep her memory with you.
Alane
Jane R Denzin says
Condolences to the family. So sorry for your loss. Mick and Jane Denzin
Jef and Lisa (White) Jourdan says
Dear Julie, Rose, Tim, Lila, Jo and families,
We are so sorry about Hope. She was born a fighter and went out a fighter. We could all learn from her perseverance to live and her great spirit and beautiful soul.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Love,
Lisa & Jef
David & Roxie Niemi says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God bless
Dave,Lynette,Jason,Travis Donahey says
Our sincere sympathy to all the family