Sturbridge: Chris B. Schell, 82, of Mountain Brook Rd., passed away on Saturday, Nov. 4th, in Agawam West Rehabilitation and Nursing, Agawam, after an illness.

He leaves his companion of 18 years, Joyce Mayberry of Sturbridge and a sister, Karen Cinquenta of West Woodstock, CT.

Chris was born in Amsterdam, NY the son of Levi and Estelle (Schell) Peskorcek.

He worked as an Elementary school teacher in Brimfield for 23 years before retiring.  Chris enjoyed camping, trips to the beach, especially trips to one of his favorite spots at Point Judith in RI.

A service for Chris will be held on Wednesday, November 8th, at 11 am in the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, MA 01550.  Burial will follow at West Ridge Cemetery, Charlton. A calling hour in the funeral home will be held on Wednesday, November 8th, from 10:00 to 11:00 am prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to American Cancer Society of Massachusetts, 3 Speen St, Framingham, MA 01701