Obituaries

Cheryl M. Schellhammer

August 8th, 1961 – August 13th, 2026

Cheryl M. Schellhammer, 65, of Table Grove, IL, passed away at 6:22 pm on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at her son Matt’s home in Ipava, IL. She was born on August 8, 1961 in La Grange, IL, the daughter of Donald and Nanci (Matthews) Lucas. Cheryl married Bruce Schellhammer on April 5, 1986 in Palos Hills, IL. He survives.

Also surviving is her son, Matt Schellhammer of Ipava, mother; Nanci Lucas of Homer Glen, IL, brother, James Lucas of Lockport, IL, nieces; Jamie Brozek of Herscher, IL, Kayla Rowan of Landsing, IA and Carol Smith of Waukon, IA, nephew; Bo Schellhammer of Minneapolis, MN, two brother-in-laws; Kevin Brozek of Hercher, IL and Dean Schellhammer of Lansing, IA, and one sister-in-law; Jann Schellhammer-Hekes of Apple Valley, MN.

She is preceded in death by her father; Donald and sister; Donna Brozek.

Cheryl graduated from Illinois Central College as a Registered Nurse. As an RN, she worked at McDonough District Hospital. She most recently was a CNA Instructor at Spoon River College, a position she enjoyed very much.

Cheryl also enjoyed nature, working on small crafting projects and bargain shopping.

Cremation rites have been accorded. No services have been planned at this time. Memorials may be made to the Ipava Fire Department and sent to Shawgo Memorial Home.

Condolences

August 15th, 2026

I’m so sorry , Matt & Bruce you are in our prayers. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. – Matthew 5:4”
Dylan & Bhrea Watson

August 15th, 2026

Prayers for you Matt and Bruce hugs from Ella lutz

August 16th, 2026

My sincere condolences Bruce & Matthew. Cheryl and I shared our love for nursing while working together at MDH. She was a wonderful nurse as well as a friend.
I am so sorry to read she passed. Hugs & prayers from Lynn VanPelt

August 16th, 2026

Sorry for your losssending prayers

August 16th, 2026

So sorry for your loss, lifting the family up in prayer 🙏🙏🙏🙏

August 16th, 2026

Bruce & Matt, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Zane & Joanie Morrell

August 17th, 2026

My deepest condolences to the entire family. I haven’t known Cheryl for very long, but she treated me like family from the minute I met her. She was such a great woman, with a heart of gold. She will be truly missed. 💔
Mike Lesage