William "Bill" D. Schellenberg

William D. “Bill” Schellenberg, age 71, of Sidney, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Kettering Health Dayton, formerly Grandview.  He was born on April 2, 1953, in Lima to the late Vernon and Dorothy (Burkholder) Schellenberg.  Bill was raised by his Aunt Viola and Uncle Leonard Schaffner.

Bill is survived by three siblings: Ben (Michelle) Schellenberg of Piqua, Elizabeth Dodevich of Akron and Jeanne Long of Covington; one sister-in-law: Linda Gillespie of Sidney; and one brother-in-law: Terry Echols of Sidney.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Bessie Marie (Smith) Schellenberg; one brother: Robert Fruchey; one sister: Charlene Echols; and one brother: Charles Gillespie.

Bill was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles 1403 of Sidney.  He was of the Christian faith.  Bill was employed at Wagner Manufacturing, LeRoy and Ferguson before retiring from NK Parts in Sidney.  He enjoyed watching racing, especially at Shady Bowl and Eldora Speedway. 
Bill loved spending time with his family.

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Adams Funeral Home, 1401 Fair Road, Sidney, with Jason Schaffner officiating.  Burial will follow in Shelby Memory Gardens near Hardin.  Family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 PM on Friday at the funeral home.

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