Scott Scapanski 1975-2024

Scott Scapanski passed away Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, at the age of 48.

He was born on Nov. 16, 1975, to Gerald and Carol (Juetten) Scapanski in St. Cloud, Minn. He graduated from Sauk Rapids High School. He worked on the family farm and other farms in the Foley area, including owning and operating his own dairy farm. In 2009, Scott began working for Strunk Harvesting out of Kansas, as a dedicated and loyal combine operator. He completed 16 harvests there before unexpectedly passing away while at work doing what he enjoyed.

He made many friends along the way from Texas to Montana and North Dakota, most importantly Marty Burger and Wayne Herioux, who he lived and worked with for many years. Scott will be missed for his quick wit and ease of making new friends. He had a passion for harvesting efficiency and would never quit until the last truck was filled — a true harvester!

Scott is survived by his brothers and sister, Jason (Sandy Giddens) Scanpanski, Ocoee, Fla., Nick Foley, in Minnesota, and Amy (Pat) Herbst, Foley. Nieces and nephews include Katelyn, Garrett, MacKenzie Scapanski, Weston and Amelia Scapanski, Callie and Luke Herbst; and with many aunts, uncles and cousins. Also like family were Kathy and Mike Strunk of Silver Lake.

A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at Haymaker’s Grill, 113 E. Fourth St., Hoyt.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Scott Scapanski Memorial Fund, to be designated later and sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S. Seventh St., Hiawatha, KS 66434. A special message or note of comfort may be left at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

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