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RONALD NICHOLAS SCHEEL
May 15, 1936 ~ January 4, 2018
Ronald Nicholas Scheel, 81, passed away on January 4, 2018 in Vancouver, Washington.
He was born May 15, 1936 in Portland, Oregon to Walter N. and Grace E. Scheel.
Ron is survived by his wife of 54 years, Paula; son Kevin; daughter Shannon (Brad Cross); brother Larry Scheel; grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Ron graduated from Benson Polytechnic High School in 1954.
Ron had been continuously employed by Crowley Marine Services since 1955 and a Captain on various ocean-going towing vessels since February 1955.
Captain Ron maintained a love for the maritime industry for over 48 years.
From 1970 to 1973, Ron was Port Captain for Crowley (then known as PAC) for the Columbia and Snake Rivers.
Ron returned to the Columbia and Snake Rivers and sat for his Masters License in the late 1970's.
In 1988, Ron transferred to Puget Sound to escort oil tankers.
In 1995, Captain Ron piloted Crowley Tug Hunter to victory in the Tug Boat Races during Seattle's Maritime Festival.
Ron enjoyed fishing, hunting, travel and family gatherings.
At his request, no service will be held. In lieu of flowers, those interested may donate to Silver Star Search and Rescue or the Salvation Army.
Please sign Ron's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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