"Sending our sympathies to all. Olin and Lynne Stockham Quissell "
In loving memory of
Allen R. Schnoor
September 16, 1955 - January 20, 2023
Allen R. Schnoor, 67, of Maquoketa Iowa, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023.
Allen was born September 16, 1955 to Allen Schnoor and Edna (Heeren) Schnoor. He was a 1973 graduate of Maquoketa High School. He married his high school sweetheart, Helen Caes, on January 4, 1974 in Elkader, Iowa and enjoyed 49 years of marriage together. They raised four children; Tred, Craig, Brandy, and Jed.
Allen and Helen were lifelong farmers who raised cattle and crops north of Maquoketa and took pride in stewarding their land and keeping good fences. Although Allen would say the best crop he ever raised were his four children.
Allen volunteered in many organizations throughout his life. In particular, he was a 4-H leader for the Emeline Ridge Rollers, a member of the Jackson County Cattlemen, a Farmers Creek Township Trustee, and delivered for Meals-on-Wheels. He was also a proud lifetime member of the National Rifle Association and was an ardent supporter of our second amendment rights.
Allen's favorite pastimes included spending time with family and friends. He loved watching his grandchildren participate in sports, music, drama and community activities. Grandpa would always try to be there for his grandkids. Allen also enjoyed the outdoors, especially deer hunting, fishing, canoeing, mushrooming and making wonderful memories at the family campground. Allen also really enjoyed playing cards with all his card buddies. During retirement Allen and Helen enjoyed traveling extensively - especially their lifelong dream vacation to Australia, New Zealand and Fiji.
Those left to honor Allen's memory include wife Helen, son Tred (Rebekah) Schnoor of Monticello, son Craig (Katie) Schnoor of Maquoketa, daughter Brandy (Jamison) Schurbon of Ely, and son Jed (Allison) Schnoor of Martelle; ten grandchildren: Lake, Mace, Roth & Rynn Schnoor, Quinn & Avery Schnoor, Brooke & Paige Schurbon, and Emily & Abbie Schnoor; brothers Rodger (Pat) Schnoor of Monmouth & Lynn Schnoor of Maquoketa; sister Linda Grobstick of Maquoketa; aunt Fern Schoenthaler of Maquoketa; sisters and brothers-in-law Delores Current of Monmouth, Gloria (John) Caven of Maquoketa and Ken Weimerskirch of Maquoketa; and numerous nieces, nephews & cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Allen and Edna Schnoor.
Allen never knew a stranger and could strike up a conversation with anyone. We hope to live up to this part of his character and ask that all family & friends attend the visitation and/or a celebration of his life. The celebration of Allen's life will be held at 11 A.M., Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa followed by a luncheon at the Eagles Club in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 P.M., Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation will follow the visitation.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, an Allen R. Schnoor memorial fund has been established.
Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Tributes
"My sincere condolences to all of Allen's family at this very difficult time."
"Schnoor Family, Our heartfelt condolences go out to you for Allen, such a innocent mishap to end devastating with no second chance, will be remembered by his visits always with a chuckle, usually about farming, very fortunate to have known him! Thoughts & Prayers to all the family!"
"Arlene and I were so sadden by the news of Allen's passing. I enjoyed being on the Cattleman's board with him. We would of liked to come to his wake but I just had surgery. We are so sorry for your lose. Take comfort in your wonderful family. Mike Lyon"
"Linda and family, So sorry to hear about your brother! Our prayers and thoughts are with you all!"
"Allen truly was one of the nicest guys I ever had the privilege of meeting. Prayers to the entire family. Brad Dee"
"We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Sending condolences and prayers to your whole family. "
"Helen and family, We're so sorry to hear of Allen passing. A life cut short but well lived with you and your family. Go forth knowing so many are sending love and thoughts to you all. Allen could really light up a room with his smile and laughter. I am going to miss our get togethers in Hale and knocking out a half rack of ribs with him! RIP cuz!"
"Helen, I am so sorry for your great loss! I?m keeping you and your family in my prayers! "
"So sorry to hear about Allen?s accident. What a great guy. World?s a lesser place without him. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family Bill and Christy Fields. "
"It?s hard to express how deeply saddened I was to hear of Allen?s passing. It brought back a flood of fond memories being neighbors on Fourth street. Our families had a lot of fun on the Maquoketa River and recall my first time tasting rattlesnake and trying alcohol. I will always remember Allen and Helen holding hands and the love for each other in their eyes. You all are in my thoughts and I hope that you find some comfort and peace in the days ahead. Vicki Merrick-Mecum"
"Brandy/Jamie Schurbon, the Kalous family is thinking of you and want you to know we are saying our prayers for you, your family, and the whole Schnoor family! Hugs to you all and may you have comfort knowing he has gone to a good place to look down at you all and guide you and love you always. Jeremy, Brenda, Kaitlin, Hunter, and Graci"
"RIP my friend. Sure going to miss our 4 AM messenger chats over coffee. January 16th was our last chat and ever since you went to Heaven to join your folks, you are the 1st thing I think of every morning. Going to miss you my friend. ???"
"Helen, we were shocked to hear about Alan. He was one of the nicest people we knew, and John has many fond memories of hunting with "Little A" and the boys. "
"Schnoor family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. "
"Helen and family, we're so sorry to hear of Allen passing. He was a pleasant and polite man. May he rest in peace. Joe, Pam Yarolem and family"
"To the Schnoor family.We we?re all so sad to hear about Allen,and know what a terrible loss this is for all of you.Let the wonderful memories of him help you through this difficult time. The Hargrafen family"
"Helen and family. We were so sad to hear about Allans passing! Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Dennis and Gay Storlie "
"To the Schnoor Families. I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one. The Schnoor Families are good neighbors and would do anything for you if you needed it . Please know that I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. May he Rest in Peace. "
"Helen and family, so very sorry to hear of Allen's passing. Sending prayers and love!! Denny and Mary Ann Knight"
"So very sorry for your family?s loss! Condolences and prayers to the whole family during this difficult and sad time. May God support you through this time! Blessings to you!"
"To the family-life just isn't fair sometimes, and this is sure one.When i think of "Little A" a smile come to my face and some of our memories i even laugh a little.. I knew him from a young kid (he was the Schnoor's body guard in my dating days) to when he and Helen did Meals on Wheels- and he joked about a dessert and i went and got him one! to the guy -that where ever you were would come over and put his arm around you and have a good laugh about something... You may be gone from the earth, but you left us with lots and lots of good memories, and i am so proud to have called you and Helen my friends..."
"Helen and family: I am so very sorry for your sudden loss. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family."
"Schnoor Family, So sad Allen has passed away. I enjoyed many laughs and fun times with your family and Allen at your farm. I cherish these times and memories. I wish you peace and hope you can take time to celebrate all the accomplishments of this wonderful man. With great love and sympathy, Heath Bullock"
"Helen- I never met Allen but if he was anything like you, he was a treasure and a good friend to many. I am so deeply sorry for your loss and hope that you can find some smiles through the tears as you remember him always and honor his life surrounded by family and friends. May the memories you shared bring joy to your heart. Sincerely, Erica Davidson"
"So sorry for your loss to all the Schnoor family and praying for memories of Allen to bring you peace"
"Helen and family, so very sorry to hear of Allen's passing. God Bless. "
"HELEN AND FAMILY, IM DEEPLY SADDENED BY ALLENS PASSING. KNOW THAT LARRY AND I ARE WITH YOU ALL IN THOUGHT AND PRAYERS. SORRY WE CAN NOT BE THERE FOR YOU. FEEL FREE TO GET IN TOUCH ANYTIME. HUGS"
"I'm so sorry for your loss. He was one of a kind. "
"Sincere condolences to Allen?s family and friends."
"Allen always had a smile on his face and a warm greeting for me everytime I saw him! He will be missed by all his friends and family. Allen was a great man. "
"Helen and Family, My sincere sympathies to all of you. Prayers to y?all? Kathleen Devine Broadwater"
"I can?t hardly grasp Allen?s death. So sudden and shocking. My sympathy and prayers to the family. "
"Helen.iam so very sorry for your loss.i remember his laughter.may you find comfort in memories and family and friends.Terri Wiggins Notz"
"helen, i am so sorry for your loss"
"Helen and family, so very sorry to hear about Allen....you are in my thoughts and prayers...thinking of you...."
"Allen was one of the nicest men. My heart goes out to Helen,family and friends. Thoughts and prayers for all. ?????"
"Our hearts are truly broken to hear of little A's passing. So many good memories with him and his extended family. Allen was never without a smile when he seen you and will be so terribly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Rip cousin."
"Our deepest sympathy to the Schnoor family. Allen and Helen were good neighbors. Praying that you find comfort. "
"Helen and family, I just feel so bad about your loss of Allen,he was such a good guy, and we enjoyed his company his ideas, and we certainly enjoyed working with both of you and all of the church activities we used to do. He will be missed by many older memories close to your heart. I know that others are thinking and praying for you. May God hold you in the palm of his hand during this most difficult time. This God?s blessings ?Sheila Bentley."
"So very sorry to hear of Allen?s passing. You?re in our thoughts and prayers."
"Helen, I am so sorry to hear about Allen. What a terrible terrible shock. My heart hurts for you. I'm sending my best thoughts and any comforts."