Ricahrd C. Schneider

August 17, 1920 - May 2, 2009

Richard C. Schneider, 88, passed away on Saturday May 2, 2009 in the Kingston Residence of Sylvania. He was born in Toledo on August 17, 1920 to Maude and Fred Schneider. Richard served his country honorably during WWII as a radio operator in the South Pacific Theatre. Prior to his retirement, he was employed at Jeep for 44 years. He was an avid musician playing throughout the 50's, 60's, and 70's and was a member of the Leon Carpenter Band. He enjoyed playing golf with his retiree's league and loved all types of sports. His family wishes to extend special thanks to the nurses, staff, and therapy providers at the Kingston Residence for the excellent care that he received. He is survived by his loving children, Norman (Janie) Schneider, Debbie (James) Hall, Ron (Mary) Schneider, Brenda (Tom) Sova; grandchildren, Yvonne, Charles, Christopher, Kandi, Brittany, C.R., Emily, Brad, Rebecca and 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Thelma. Friends are invited to visit from 3:00-8:00PM on Monday May 4, 2009 in the Ansberg-West Funeral Home, 3000 Sylvania Ave. Funeral services will begin at 11:00AM on Tuesday at the Grace Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Grace Lutheran Church.