Mary Schneider's Obituary
Mary Elizabeth Schneider, 85, of Boonville, MO, formally of Belleville, IL, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Monday, July 1, 2024 at Riverdell Nursing Home.
Mary Elizabeth Schneider was born on August 5, 1938, the daughter of James Arthur Minton and Ora (Snow) Minton in Cache Township, Arkansas. Mary married the love of her life, Donald Richard Schneider on June 23, 1973. Mary was a dedicated housewife and took care of her in-laws until their passing. She also took care of her two baby dogs, Buddy and Riley. She was an active member of the Church of Latter-Day Saints. Mary was always smiling and laughing. She had many friends and family that loved her dearly.
Mary is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Schneider, her parents, James and Ora Minton, siblings, Melba, Margarett, Charles, Jack, Bob and Jimmy Minton. Mary is survived by her brother, Denny Minton (St. Charles, MO), daughter Julie Lynn Krakowski (John) of Augusta, MO, and daughter, Jill Elaine Oser (Kevin) of New Franklin, MO. Mary absolutely loved her grandchildren very much and will be missed dearly by her grandsons Jack Krakowski (Hannah) and Jake Krakowski (Morgan), of Augusta, MO and grandsons Zachary Ruffel (Erica) and Tanner Ruffel (Marie) and great-grandchildren, Kinlei, Korbin, Aubrey, and Ida all of Boonville, MO. She also had many nieces and nephews, who loved her dearly.
A private celebration of life with be held with family and close friends.
Memorial contributions could be made to the Cooper County Food Bank.
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