Tribute & Message From The Family
Laura E. Shondel, age 57 of Centerville, Iowa passed away Thursday, September 10, 2015 at Mercy Medical Center in Centerville.
She was born August 15, 1958 in Davenport, Iowa, the daughter of Jim and Angeline (Brookhart) Bennett. Laura graduated from Davenport West High School in 1976. She was united in marriage to Virgil Shondel, Sr. on December 31, 1978 in Rock Island, Illinois. Virgil and Laura were blessed with five children, Randy, Terri, Virgil Jr., Chad, and Nickole.
Laura earned her associate's degree in drafting from Indian Hills Community College in 1996. She held a couple of different drafting jobs, before retiring from the field.
She was extremely fond of the outdoors, especially gardening and fishing with family members. Laura also enjoyed playing bingo, cooking and baking. She was a devout Christian, never missing an opportunity to read her bible. Most importantly, Laura loved her family and prided herself on being a devoted grandmother. Moreover, she possessed the ability to always believe in others, even when they were experiencing times of struggle.
Laura is survived by her husband of thirty seven years, Virgil Shondel, Sr. of Centerville, Iowa; four children, Terri Shondel of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Virgil (Terry) Shondel, Jr. of Mystic, Iowa, Chad (Kele Cossel) Shondel of Centerville, Iowa, and Nickole (Chad) Archer of Centerville, Iowa; fourteen grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and two brothers, Vernon (Lori) Graham of Cincinnati, Iowa and Danny Graham of Exline, Iowa.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Randy Shondel; and a step father, Carl Graham.
Funeral services will be held at 1 PM, Monday, September 14, 2015 at Lange Funeral Home and Crematory in Centerville with Pastor Cindy Finn officiating. Burial will follow in the Dale Cemetery, north of Centerville. A visitation will take place at the funeral home on Sunday from 12-7 PM, with the family greeting friends from 5-7 PM. Memorials have been established to the family of Laura Shondel and may be mailed to Lange Funeral Home and Crematory, 1900 S. 18th St., Centerville, Iowa 52544. Condolences may be shared online at www.langefh.com.
Condolence & Memory Journal
I only just heard of Laura's passing today. I have been out of town and was unaware of what had happened. I want to send my love and deepest condolences to Virgil and all of her family. I truly loved Laura. She was a wonderful person with a huge heart and always made me feel welcomed, besides the fact that she was a wonderful cook. I used to accuse her of trying to get me fat because she was always enticing me with something wonderful when I visited her home. And we'd laugh. I'm very sad that I won't see her anymore.
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NELL GATES - Centerville, IA - Friend September 17, 2015
Abbie and Annie we so sorry of loss and grandpa loss if u guys need anything let us know we just out
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Leeanna Rick john rick - centerville, IA - friend September 14, 2015
Dear family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. Laura is a beautiful soul that has been taken too soon. May she rest in peace with her parents and son until you are with her again in Heaven.
Love and hugs,
Penni Larson
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Penni Larson - Norwalk, IA - Aunt September 14, 2015
So sorry to hear of Laura's passing. She was a good woman and I know she will be missed by you all very much. May the memories you have provide comfort and bring you smiles. Thinking of you today (14th) especially.
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Dianne Strickler - Springville, IA - Friend September 14, 2015
Nickole - My deepest sympathy is with you on the loss of your mom - I pray you'll find peace in your memories of her. I can sure see a lot of her in you -
Susan Henderson
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Susan Henderson - Corydon, IA - co-worker September 14, 2015
I am sorry to hear of the loss with the shondel family! I grew up with nickole and mr and mrs shondel were always very warm welcoming! They were like my 2nd parents! They also did not hesitate to lecture me just like my own mom! :) As high school kids we spent hours hanging at the shondel residences and shared many and laughs and memories! Lots of hugs to each one you! My heart and deepest sympathy is with you!
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Stacy watts - West Des Moines, IA - Friend September 13, 2015
Sorry ti hear of your loss.
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nellie thomas - Centerville, IA - co-worker from Young Radator September 13, 2015
We are so very sorry to hear of your mom's sudden passing. She has left an amazing legacy and lives on in all of you. With our sincere condolences.
Tim, Laurie & Isabel Ehrich
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Laurie Ehrich - Corydon, IA - co-worker September 12, 2015
I am writing on behalf of my mother Harriet (Grandmother) Bennett who is without internet service. She sends her deepest heartfelt sympathy. Harriet always said that Laura was the angel that God sent to her.
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Margie Parman September 12, 2015
Nickole, prayers and peace be with you.
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Sheila Mattly - CORYDON, IA - Friend & co-worker September 12, 2015
Virgil and family,
I am so sorry for your loss, prayers to all.
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Janet Demry - Centerville, IA - friend September 12, 2015
Virgil, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Lester and Wanda Stull - Centerville, IA - friend September 11, 2015
Virgil, Chad, and Nickole my heart breaks for your family. May the good Lord give you peace in this time of sorrow. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I have so many fun memories of all the times we had together as I was growing up. I will forever cherish the memories of spending time with you all on the river banks down on Dean Bottom, Halloween parties, trips to your house out in the sticks in Worthington Missouri in the back of Virgil's white king cab truck, the hog roasts, the fish fries and so many more memories. Lori was a very special lady! She may be gone but will never be forgotten!! Love you all bunches!!!!!!
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Missy Head - Orlando, FL - Cousin September 11, 2015
Our prayers and thoughts for Laura's Family. Remember lots of good times and visit with Laura, Virgil and their kids. You will be missed.
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John and Cindy Brown - Ringgold, GA - Friends/Cousin September 11, 2015
I will never forgot growing up with Laura as my second mom..her and Virgil welcomed me into their home like I was one of their own. She will always hold a special place in my heart..the world lost an amazing, kind hearted, selfless woman! Thoughts and prayers to all the family
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Trisha McDonald - Creston, IA - Friend September 11, 2015
Dear Virgil,Nicole,Chad and family we are so sorry for your loss,may God give you strength and help you through this difficult time...we love you all and will miss Laura .May she rest in peace with God and his angels!
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Mary Shondel - Centerville, IA - Sister-in-law September 11, 2015
