Bill Schneider

Early in his military career, Bill was united in marriage with Gail Holder at San Angelo, TX. To this union three sons were born. During his twenty years in the service as a medic he was stationed in a number of places including the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO, Elmendorf Air Force Base in Anchorage, AK and Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX. After his honorable discharge on September 30, 1991 he remained in Texas to be near his sons. In early 2000 Bill returned to Carroll to live.

Bill was a member of Holy Spirit Parish in Carroll. During his active years Bill participated in softball, golf, bowling, and fishing. He always enjoyed visiting with family and friends and playing cards. Bill loved being with his children and grandchildren; following all of their activities.

After a battle with emphysema, Bill died on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at Swan House in Carroll, Iowa, where he had been living. He was 65 years, 2 months and 14 days of age.

Preceding Bill in death are his father; brother Ronald Schneider; sister Marsha Boes and brother in law Jerry Schweers.

Survivors include his children Dr. Brian (Sabrina) Schneider of Durham, NC, Clinton (Kari) Schneider of Vancouver, BC and Derik (Sarah) Schneider of Wichita Falls, TX; five grandchildren Wilfred and Joseph Schneider of Durham, Elin Schneider of Vancouver and Elliot and Nathan Schneider of Wichita Falls; mother Mary Schneider of Carroll; sisters Julia Schweers (Vern) Beachy of Carroll, Patricia (Dale) Smith of Marion, KS, Theresa (Bob) Myers of Adel and Cheryl (Jake) Burkett, St. Petersburg, FL; brother Mark (Jan) Schneider of Glidden; sister in law Valerie Schneider of Hutchison, KS; brother in law Rick Boes of Carroll; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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Rick Preslar wrote on Aug 31, 2016:

"So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Bill and I were stationed together at the Air Force Academy in the mid 70's. He was a great friend and buddy."

Connie Blum wrote on Jul 17, 2016:

"I am so honored to have gotten to know Bill at Swan House. I enjoyed our many visits...a man of few words, but always honest and thoughtful. Rest easy, soldier. God bless Bill's family and friends."

Cindy Holder Thomason wrote on Jul 16, 2016:

"Rest in peace Bill!"

Paul Holder wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"Are prayers go out to Bill's entire family. I was blessed to have known him while growing up and honored to have called him my brother-in-law!!"

Gail Holder Moore wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"RIP Bill - I am so thankful for the blessing of our 3 boys, I know you were always so proud of them. I am forever grateful you were able to experience the unbelievable joy of loving our grandchildren. God has welcomed you home and embraced you with His love. No more pain - No more suffering - All is well with your soul."

Charlie Tuna wrote on Jul 14, 2016:

"Bill u have suffered enough & now u can rest in peace sure am glad that I got 2 know u"

Peggy Holder Reeves wrote on Jul 14, 2016:

"My thoughts and prayers are with Brian &Sabrina, Clint & Kari, Derik & Sarah and all the Schneider family as they deal with the loss of Bill"

David Holder wrote on Jul 14, 2016:

"I know Bill battled this with all he could. No more suffering. Still can remember the early days in our friendship Bill use to love going to play golf with me when I was in my teens when he had a chance to beat me lol Bill always loved coming to visit our family. Prayers are with your family You and Gail had some great kids and couldn't be prouder of them all. Rest in peace Bill"

Doreen Gehling-Lappe wrote on Jul 13, 2016:

"Schneider family, my sincerest sympathies to all of you at the loss of Bill. Doreen"

Bob & Theresa Myers wrote on Jul 13, 2016:

"RIP Bill. You have suffered enough and now you are at peace and safe in God's arms. We will miss you Bill but will always have love in my heart for you. Love you! Bob and Theresa"

In loving memory of

Bill Schneider
April 29, 1951 - July 13, 2016

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