Obituary of Frederick "Fred" George Schneider

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, September 1, 2017 at Columbia Forest LTC Waterloo where Fred resided for the past two years.

Lovingly remembered by his son Barry Thompson of Waterloo. Proud grandpa to Brock, Trent and Paige Thompson, all of Waterloo. Cherished brother to sister Hope Gingrich of Waterloo. Fondly remembered by his nephews Brooke (Angie) and Laird (Mirka) Schneider, also known as Uncle Freddie to them, Grant (Jennifer) and Wayne (Darlene) Gingrich, Dale (Kris) Leuzinger, nieces Christine (Dan) Karges and Heather (Jeremy) Higgins. Always remembered fondly by his great nieces and nephew, William, Amy, Zoe and Megan Gingrich.

Devoted husband to the late Audrey (Jarvis) Schneider (2011) and known as Fred to her children, Ted (Julie Sherwood), Marcia (Dennis), Patterson and her sons Jake and Kyle. Predeceased by parents Clayton (1989) and Ruby (1978) Schneider, sister Lola (2003) (Robert) (2010) Leuzinger and brother Donald (2006) (Aileen) Schneider and brother-in-law Lloyd Gingrich (1996).

Fred lived a full life in 84 years. He was born in Waterloo County and lived in Waterloo until his retirement in 1996. He was with Wm. Knell & Co. for 43 years. He then moved to his cottage permanently at Point Clark on Lake Huron. He loved the outdoors, fishing, always feeding the wildlife around his property, took pleasure in his beautiful flower gardens and the glorious sunsets. There he made many new and lasting friendships from Goderich to Kincardine. Always willing to help family, friends and neighbours in any way he could. Fred had a special love for cars and tools, enjoyed shopping, entertaining and was an excellent cook, specializing in his famous Caesar Salad. He always had a good story and joke for anyone visiting. He was a man of many talents and will be missed by all who knew him.

Thanks to the staff at Columbia Forest for the care and compassion given to Fred during his stay. A special thank you to Joe Brito with Aurora Home Care for his many outdoor excursions and companionship. Also, thank you to Christian Fleisig, Fred’s cribbage volunteer. All your kindness was very much appreciated by the family.

Friends are invited to share their memories of Fred with his family during memorial visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, on Saturday September 9, 2017 from 10-11 a.m. A Memorial Service will follow at 11 a.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel. Reception to follow. To honour Fred’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

Condolences for the family and donations to Charcot-Marie Tooth Disease c/o Muscular Dystrophy Canada or London Health Neurological Sciences would be appreciated by the family and may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or (519) 745-8445.

TRULY HIS OWN MAN ………………………… TO BE CONTINUED