Joel Schambow

Joel Schambow

November 18, 1959 - July 06, 2022

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Joel “Joe” M. Schambow, 62, of Platteville died on Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at his home. Services celebrating Joe's life will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 9, 2022 at the Lutheran Church of Peace, Platteville. Friends may call from 4:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday, July 8, 2022 at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, and from 9:00 AM until the time of the service Saturday at the church. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com

Joe was born on November 18, 1959 in Platteville, Wisconsin, son of Robert “Bob” D. and Darlene J. (Chapman) Schambow. He was united in marriage to Luanne Leistikow on June 17, 1995 at the Lutheran Church of Peace. Joe graduated from Platteville High School, class of 1978. He farmed on the family farm for many years. He then worked for Ingersoll Plumbing and Heating, Platteville, REM Wisconsin, Madison, caring for gentleman with disabilities. These last years he was facilities manager at UW-Platteville. Joe gave much of his time coaching track and football, where he had influenced many young women and men with his guidance. He coached track and football for Platteville High School and for the past few years he coached football for Cuba City High School. Joe enjoyed gardening, still farming and playing cards, euchre, 500 or sheep's head. Joe helped start and develop the Platteville Youth Football Program. He was an avid fantasy football fan, Pittsburgh Steelers, Badgers, Brewers and Bucks fan.

Joe is survived by his wife, Luanne; three sons, Derek (Rachel) Schambow, Cody Schambow and Brock Schambow; one brother, Jim (Brenda) Schambow; five sisters, Judy (Art) Temby, Jean Schambow, Joy (Michael) Oliverio, Janet (Mark) Stecklein and Julie (Jerry Sheldon) Schambow; sisters and brother-in-law, Lori (Dale) McIntosh and Mindy Leistikow; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Darlene and sister, Jayne, father and mother-in-law, Ray and Diane Leistikow and brother-in-law, Larry Leistikow.

 

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Tracey A Sherwin
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I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing! He sure put up a brave fight and was hoping he could kick cancer's ass. My condolences to Julie, Janet and the rest of the Schambow family.
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MICHELE DIANE BARTELS
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my deepest sympathy, hugs to the family!!
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Chris Underwood
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Joe was one of my favorite co-workers. I always looked forward to calling Facilities and especially to stopping by, because I enjoyed talking with him. He was always friendly and helpful, but most importantly Joe was kind. I will miss him very much. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Jane Laufenberg
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Joe was such an asset to UW-Platteville in the facilities department. He was always so helpful and kind and I enjoyed my interactions with him via phone or in person. I'm very saddened to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. You have my deepest sympathies!
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Carolyn Schuldt
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I did not know Joel but when I saw his November 18 birth date, I had to send sympathy to the family as that is my birthday, l942, and am Platteville native. Respectfully, Carolyn Schuldt PHS 1960 UWP 1964
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Maryann & Rich Swindell
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Our deepest sympathies to all the family. We met Joe almost a year ago and he was a wonderful man. May your happy memories of Joe help you through this time. Love and prayers.

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