Mr. Schneider was the former owner and operator of Geissler Roofing Company in Belleville, IL, a past president of the Southern Illinois Builders Association, and a member of the Associated General Contractors. He was a member of St. Teresa Catholic Church, Belleville, IL, the Holy Name Society at the church, and the Belleville Optimist Club.
Joe played piano and harmonica and was a great dancer in his day. He loved geography, history and travel, and was legendary for his prowess at ping-pong, Scrabble and crossword puzzles, and for his “groaner” puns. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and will be sadly missed by family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Marshall and Mary, nee Berkel, Schneider; a sister, Aurelia Stookey; and a brother, Arthur Schneider.
Surviving are his wife of 65 years, Beatrice L., nee Mayer, Schneider, whom he married on November 23, 1949;
three daughters and two sons, Elaine Ramsay of Collinsville, IL,
Alan (Peg) Schneider of St. Louis, MO,
Eric Schneider of St. Louis, MO,
Valerie Phillips of Overland Park, KS,
and Laurie (Rob) Hart of Overland Park, KS;
and ten grandchildren, Blake and Kyle Edwards,
Tara, Kasey, and Julie Schneider,
Matthew Phillips, Gabriel Schneider,
Kayley McBride, and Lauren and Ashley Hart.
Memorials may be made to St. Teresa Catholic Church, to St. Teresa Catholic Grade School or to the Community Interfaith Food Pantry. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Visitation: Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 12:00 Noon Saturday, January 17, 2015, at St. Teresa Catholic Church, Belleville, IL.
Funeral: A Memorial Mass will be held at 12 Noon Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015, at St. Teresa Catholic Church, Belleville, IL, with Msgr. David Darin officiating.
Interment will be at Green Mount Catholic Cemetery at a later date.
Condolences Left For Joseph Schneider
Bea,I am sorry to hear of Joe’s death.I am praying for your recovery from your surgery recently.Bless You!
Sister Helene Schneider, Belleville, Illinois, 62223
To all the family, may I express my deepest sympathy. It was a pleasure to know your family, and my prayers and thoughts are with you. May he rest in peace in the arms of our heavenly father.
Dody Ganim, Rosewood Caregiver, Belleville, Illinois, 62221
Bea, I want to express my condolences to you and your family. The time we spent with you, Joe and your family was a wonderful experience. We pray that you and your family will find comfort in the Lord
richard nelson, caseyville, il, 62232
Bea and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We have been thinking about you a lot lately. Our prayers are with you and your family.Jim & Jeanne Amann
Jim & Jeanne Amann, Belleville, IL, 62221
Aunt Bea my heart goes out to you in this time of saddness. Uncle joe will be greatly missed. All my love to you and the family. Hugs
Tracy Clement, Green River, Wyoming, 82935
Aunt Bea my heart goes out to you in this time of saddness. Uncle joe will be greatly missed. All my love to you and the family. Hugs
Tracy Clement, Green River, Wyoming, 82935
Aunt Bea my heart goes out to you in this time of saddness. Uncle joe will be greatly missed. All my love to you and the family. Hugs
Tracy Clement, Green River, Wyoming, 82935
Aunt Bea my heart goes out to you in this time of saddness. Uncle joe will be greatly missed. All my love to you and the family. Hugs
Tracy Clement, Green River, Wyoming, 82935
Dear Mrs. Schneider and family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for healing go to you and your family at this sorrow filled time.
Vicky Richmond (Seavers), Naples, Florida, 34112