Joseph F. Scheetz

Joseph F. Scheetz, passed away peacefully in his home on August 20, 2024, at the age of 87. 

Born on March 9, 1937, in Youngstown, Ohio to the late Leonard and Virginia Scheetz, he led a life filled with love, hard work, and cherished memories.

Joe was a proud graduate of Ursuline High School in 1955, and attended St. Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Indiana.

Joe dedicated over 25 years of his professional life as a sales representative and cement specialist for Ardex Inc., where he was admired by colleagues and clients alike for his commitment and expertise. 

His journey was not just defined by his career; it also included a more personal side where he found joy in traveling and being with his family. 

The love story of Joe and his wife, Peggy Prosser Scheetz, is one that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew them. They wed on October 28, 1961, and shared a beautiful life and raised two daughters in Boardman, Ohio. 

An early and constant passion they shared was a love of books. Together they built an antiquarian book business that spanned over 40 years. Joe had a keen interest in book bindings and worked to ensure each book they sold represented the highest quality of craftsmanship.

After retiring, Joe volunteered at the St. Dominic’s soup kitchen. He enjoyed exercising at the YMCA and giving advice to those he thought needed it. Neighbors could count on a good chat with Joe while he walked his dog Darcy daily.

Joe leaves behind two devoted daughters, Mary (Randy) Caldejon of Crozet, Virginia, and Patricia (Mark) Schneider of Cincinnati, Ohio; four beloved grandchildren, Emily and Peter Schneider, and Lily and Charlotte Caldejon, each of whom brought light to his life; three sisters, Geraldine Less of Canfield, Ohio, Janet (Gerry) Grace of Ellsworth, Ohio, and Diane Paes of Canfield, Ohio, along with his brother, Richard (Mary Jo) Scheetz of Kansas City, Missouri. 

He was preceded in death by his wife Peggy in December 2020.

The Scheetz family is very grateful to caregiver Mandi Budin, who provided care and friendship to Joe and Darcy.

Friends and family may call on Friday, August 23, 2024, from 9:00 to 9:45 AM at St. Dominic Church . A public Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the church directly following the visitation at 10 AM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Dominic Church, 77 E. Lucius Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio 44507.

Professional arrangements are being handled by Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Boardman-Canfield Chapel.