Paul Scheenen

Paul Scheenen, age 64, passed away at his home on October 10, 2013 in Gillette.

Paul Antone Scheenen was born Jan. 25, 1949, in Lusk to Francis Scheenen and Geneva Wright. He attended school in Midwest, Wyo. He worked in the oil field for many years in Wyoming and Colorado. Paul retired from the oil field in 2008 and Theresa and he moved to Gillette in 2012. He began working at Gary's Lube and finally retired in 2013.

Paul met Theresa Green in Casper in 2000 and the couple later married on Aug. 22, 2001.

He loved to camp and go fishing. Paul especially enjoyed the time he spent playing with his grandchildren.

He had a very generous heart and would help anyone in need. He spent his spare time going to nursing homes to put on magic shows for the elderly which he had a passion for.

Paul is survived by his wife, Theresa Scheenen; his sons, Chris Scheenen of Kimbell, Neb., Mike Niehoff of Gillette, Cody Berlinger of Gillette and Robert Peterson of Casper; his daughters, Genny Withrow of Kimbell, Neb., Nicky Ebel of Texas and Michelle Stilwell of Gillette; his brothers, Merlin Murphy of Casper, Donnie Murphy of Rock Springs, Bobby Murphy of Casper and fourteen grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Geneva Scheenen; his son, Jamie Scheenen; brothers, Carl and Francis Lee Scheenen.

A memorial has been established in Paul's name. Memorials and condolences may be sent in care of Walker Funeral Home, 410 Medical Arts Court, Gillette, WY 82716. Condolences may also be sent via its website: http://www.walkerfuneralgillette.com