Vincent "Vince" Schofield Obituary

Vincent Eugene “Vince” or “Vinny” Schofield was born March 24, 1946, in Midland, South Dakota, the son of Joseph H. and Mary Ellen (Gillaspie) Schofield.

He grew up in the Ottumwa area and attended Ottumwa rural school through the 8th grade before going to Philip High School, graduating in 1964. While in high school, Vince was very active in FFA, and was able to go to the National FFA convention.

After graduation, he worked on the farm-ranch with his father until 1971 when he moved to Pierre. Vince worked construction and ran a backhoe. After his father passed away in 1980, Vince helped out on the ranch while still living in Pierre. In 1986, they purchased the Clayton “Tuffy” Harry land near the home place at Ottumwa. In addition to running his own place, Vince assisted in running the family operation three miles away. In 2009, they were awarded the Century Farm in Huron at the State Fair. In January 2013, Vince sold most of his cattle, and “semi-retired”.

Sports were a big part of Vince’s life. He enjoyed any sport and when he couldn’t play the sport, he watched intensely. He thoroughly enjoyed the family football trip to Minnesota this fall to watch the Vikings play the Patriots. Vince was a mentor to his nieces and nephews, and led by example. He was always willing to work the hardest, and never expected anyone to outwork him. He kept a small “hobby” herd so he could continue to teach the grandchildren life lessons on the ranch. He also took that time to work on the home place repairing fences along with other things.

Vince was a solid rock in the family, and was the happiest when the whole family got together. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife Mary of Midland; a daughter Vicki Daly and her husband Brennan of Midland; two grandchildren John and Brett Daly; two brothers Donald Schofield and his wife Bobette of Milesville, and Lawrence Schofield and his wife Ronda of Midland; six sisters Peggy Garoutte and her husband Harry of Meridian, Idaho, Joanne Menning and her husband Simon of Ft. Pierre, Cecelia Kotilnek and her husband Tom of Pierre, Rita Anker and her husband Monte of Murdo, Debra Prouty and her husband Joe of Philip, and Mary Hengstler of Sundance, Wyoming; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Vince was preceded in death by his son Michael Schofield; his parents; a sister in infancy; five brothers-in-law, Tim Riggins, Ron Gillaspie, Conrad Gillaspie, Jim Hoyt, and Orris Skogen; and numerous beloved cousins.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 19, 2015, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., all at the St. William Catholic Church in Midland.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, February 20, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. at St. William Catholic Church in Midland, South Dakota, with Father Kevin Achbach as celebrant.

Interment will follow at the Midland Cemetery.

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Mary, Vicki, and the whole family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as go through yet another huge loss. Vince was such a great friend and neighbor and he will be greatly missed. Memories will get you through the sad times. He and Mike are probably sharing some good stories about now. Let us know if we can help.
~ Susan and Steve Midland (2/10/2015)

What a sudden & heartbreaking loss!! So sad to hear about Vince. You will all be in our thoughts & prayers as you prepare to celebrate his life. Remember where he is & who he is with! We will all see him again someday. God bless!
~ Nick & Hallie Konst & Family Philip SD (2/10/2015)

Hugs and prayers to the Schofield family. Vince is loved by all he met and was a great friend to me growing up in Ottumwa. He will be missed, and we will meet again! Godspeed to the family!
~ Mike & Peg Martin 3240 Judy Lane North Pole Alaska 99705 (2/10/2015)

May God keep you close while you go through this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
~ Larry & Julie McLaughlin Midland (2/10/2015)

Mary and Vicki,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys and the rest of the family. Vince was a good man and friend. He will be missed. Mike and Vince must have had a good reunion and are looking down and smiling. All our love, Mary Lou and Jack.
~ Jack and Mary Lou Smart Gillette, WY (2/10/2015)

Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear. In Memory of Michael and Vince...
~ Jeanne Simspson Pierre, SD (2/10/2015)

We were saddened to hear of Vince's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
~ Gene & Audrey Jones Midland (2/10/2015)

To The Family and friends of Vincent Schofield
Today while looking through the obituary section I came across Vincent's and would like to express my sincere condolence for your very great loss. I'm sure he was and will be forever loved as a good friend as well as a father. I'd like share several points from the bible to comfort the family. Please read Isaiah chapter 25 and verse 8. There it speaks about a time when almighty God will eliminate death from the human family. Years later when God son Jesus walked the earth, he reaffirmed that, and spoke of a time when there would be resurrection as stated at John chapter 5: verse 28,29. These wonderful conditions will take place when God's Kingdom which is the same Kingdom Jesus taught us to pray for at Mathews chapter 6 verse 9-14 will exercise full control over this earth. One day right here on earth Revelation chapter 21; verses 4,5 will have literal fulfillment, death will gone, no more diseases ,sickness or pain or sorrow. In conclusion as a family pray for God's Kingdom to come, and I'll pray for your family.
D.W Minister

~ Dean wells dean_w2001@yahoo.com (2/10/2015)

Thinking of all of you at this time. My prayers go with you.
~ Paula Reed PO Box 104, Vale, SD 57788 (2/10/2015)

So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers
~ Kathy Larson LaDue Anamosa IA (2/10/2015)

Dear Schofield families, I am so sorry, be assured of my sincere sympathy, love and prayers for all of you.
~ Mary Kay Sandal Plainview, SD (2/10/2015)

Vicki, so sorry to hear about your Dad.

~ Sue Hoon Kadoka (2/10/2015)

Many hugs and prayers to the Schofield Families. May you find comfort and peace in the days and weeks ahead. God Bless you all.
Love, Mike and Shar
~ Mike & Shar Moses Philip (2/10/2015)

I am so sorry to hear about Vince. Always enjoyed visiting with him. A great guy. May God comfort you at this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
~ Mary Jo Jones Midland (2/10/2015)

What a tragic loss again!! We are so sorry for your loss and pray that God comforts you in your loss of your husband, father, grandpa, brother and uncle!! May God Bless you all and God Bless Vincent!!
Gary and Jody Block
~ Gary & Jody Block Midland, SD (2/10/2015)

We are thinking of all you folks during this difficult time. Hold onto all the memories, he was a special guy.
~ Les & Joann Pearson Philip (2/10/2015)

Vicki & Family We are so sorry for your loss . May God bless you all . We will keep you in our thoughts & prayers .
~ Susan & Jack Heinz Philip (2/10/2015)

Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
~ CherylJohnson Gillette, Wy (2/10/2015)

Vincent "Vince" Schofield

of Midland, South Dakota, died on Tuesday, February 10, 2015
at his home in Midland at the age of 68

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Vincent "Vince" Schofield

of Midland, South Dakota, died on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at his home in Midland at the age of 68

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of Midland, South Dakota, died on Tuesday, February 10, 2015
at his home in Midland at the age of 68