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Phyllis Schneck Obituary
Schneck, who continued to return to Tucson in the winters even after her husband died in 2007, was a homemaker who raised her two daughters and one son and had a talent for cooking. In retirement, Schneck kept herself occupied by volunteering at her church.
Phyllis Schneck died January 8, 2011, in the shootings outside a Tucson supermarket. Her home was less than four miles from where the shooting took place. Offutt said her mother's appearance at the store was surprising, because she normally shopped at a different store and wasn't very political.
Schneck is survived by her three children, seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
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June 15, 2013
Phyllis I am womdering if you were the Phyllia canasta that wrote to me on the internet? I enjoyed your conversations about Richard Henry Lee who we both felt were our ancestor. Now that you are on the other side how about filling me in on the Lee family tree, where we left off when my dear husband found out he had cancer. He is up there now as well. Probably won't be long before I will be joining you all. So hang in there. [email protected]
Janice and Frank Molina
January 8, 2012
May the wonderful memories of your loved one overflow in your hearts so much that you are granted peace on this the anniversary day of when she was taken from you.
Jay Stall
March 14, 2011
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the Schneck family. In this time of great loss no words can bring you comfort or reliefe. Please know that our Heavenly Father cares for you 1Pet 5:7, and he invites you to throw your anxieties on Him.
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February 7, 2011
I wish to extend my sincere sympathy. Phyllis was a class mate of mine class 1949. We kept in touch afterward and had a canasta club - Phyllis, Dot, Margie Lentz and myself. I was devastated to hear the news from Tucson. Please accept my sincere sympathy, Faith (Housten) Delevante.
Elizabeth Jones
February 5, 2011
My sisters and brother were very upset to hear of Phyllis's passing. Phyllis was very kind to me when I met her at one of the class of 1949 reunion. She even sent me a letter with a clipping about my father Bob Harding. I do hope that your happy memories will give you comfort during this very difficult time. Sincerely, Elizabeth Harding Jones, William C Harding, Victoria H Buchanan and Virginia H Pifko.
Linda Kovarik-Glatt
January 20, 2011
Dear Ernie and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of this tragic loss of your mom. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May wonderful memories of your mom be in your hearts forever. Linda Kovarik-Glatt
J
January 19, 2011
I had the pleasure of knowing Phyllis and was honored to be given an apron with kitties on it. She gave and received freely. She will be missed by many, both here in Tucson and in New Jersy. Her work will contine ....somewhere, somehow. This cannot be the end to her generous spirit.
January 17, 2011
The Crossroad Quilters of Sonoita, Arizona, 45 miles south of Tucson, want to offer our condolences to the family of our Quilting Sister, Phyllis. None of us knew her but we all wish we had known a woman so fondly appreciated by her church and other friends in the Tucson area. As you let go of Phyllis' physical presence, may the joy of all the memories of family times with her, flood your hearts. Our Affection to you, Crossroads Quilters
Janet Munson
January 16, 2011
I loved Phyllis she helped me so much through my grieve process from the death of my husband these last 2 years ..she was an inspirational example of unconditional love. I am so fortunate to have a few of her aprons and great memories. Thank you, Phyllis, for sharing your life and wisdom with me!
January 16, 2011
BJ
So sorry for this shock to your family
Our hearts go back to the memories of the Berkely girls/West Point freinds. Never expected to see your
face on the front page of the local
newspaper for such a tragic loss.
carol
Christine D'Onofrio
January 16, 2011
God has taken you to his home and you will find peace.
May your family find comfort knowing you are in a better place and no one can hurt you again.
May you rest in peace and may your memory be the rock that holds your family together.
God Bless You,
Christine C. D'Onofrio, Matthews, N.C.
Former New Jersian
Dee Dee Hilliker
January 15, 2011
I am deeply saddened by the loss of a dear friend. For many years I have shared tears and joy with Phyliss. She was always a person I admired for her honesty and loyalty. Her devotion to caring for others will be truly missed amongst her family and friends. I have been blessed to of shared the years I have with Phyliss and they will be forever treasured in my heart. Her friday appointments at my salon will forever remain hers..and my heart will forever have a void. I will truly miss her vibrant personality that made my day. But I know she will always be there in spirit to get me through. Thank you Phyliss for being so good to my family, my business and ME ! You will always be my MISSION IMPOSSIBLE..and one day we laugh about that again..we will ! I am so thankful to of met the family and friends of Phyliss at her memorial. It was so nice to see how many others took her into their hearts as I did. God bless
Connie Velasquez
January 15, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Schneck
Family and Friends.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We as a nation share in your loss.
My heart breaks with you at the loss of
your dear mom.
January 15, 2011
TO THE PHYLLIS SCHNECK FAMILY, OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY DURING TIME. MAY GOD BLESS YOUR MOTHER.
PAT AND KEN BALL
Tom Finch
January 15, 2011
Having grown up in Rutherford, N.J., (I was in Mrs. Dunphy's German class with "young" Phyllis) it was with great shock and sadness that I learned of the passing of your Mother in this senseless tragedy. Please know that I
share your sorrow and your strength at
this difficult time. I pray you can get some comfort in knowing you are not alone as you mourn the loss of this remarkable woman.
Janice & Frank Molina
January 15, 2011
To All of Phyllis's family,
You have our entire sympathy. It sounds like Phyllis was a remarkable and caring lady. We grieve with you.
Sincerely,
Janice & Frank Molina
Tucson, AZ
Susan Jasko
January 15, 2011
Ernie, it has been oh-so-long since last we met, but I am so very sad that this would be way we have contact again. My deepest condolences to you and yours. I hope you will always take comfort in warm memories.
Roy Kovarik
January 15, 2011
Dear Phyllis, Betty Jean, and Ernie,
I am so sorry for your loss. I'll always remember your mom as a very warm and caring person who made me feel welcome in your home. Your family is in my prayers.
January 15, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Phyllis Schneck. We mourn the tragic, sudden loss you are going through. May God's love bring comfort to you. Ray and Susan L'Heureux Oro Valley, Az
Conrad Rocha
January 14, 2011
My personal prayers and those of your Presbyterian sisters and brothers in the Synod of the Southwest are with each of you and all of you at this difficult time. May God's Peace and the Comfort of God's faithful presence sustain you.
Conrad M. Rocha,
Interim Synod Executive/Stated Clerk
Synod of the Southwest
Tenney Smith
January 14, 2011
Phyllis was a neighbor of ours in our housing complex. She was to our fall Hawaiian Luau in her Hawaiian Muumuu and brought pineapple upside down cake for our enjoyment. She was always on the go and she will be missed by all.
Rojelio Martinez
January 14, 2011
God bless you and your family our condolences to the Schneck Family in their hour of grief
Tom Garcia
January 14, 2011
May God be your strength at this time God Bless and sorry for your loss!
Karen
January 14, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Genny Callegari
January 14, 2011
We did not know Phyllis Schneck, but we lived and raised our children in this great NW community. I wish I had known her. Sincerely, The Callegari Family
Joan Vann
January 14, 2011
God bless Phyllis and all of you.
With kindest thoughts,
Joan Vann
(in Janna's groups)
Erin Madden
January 14, 2011
Dear Phyllis, BJ, Ernie,and all the extended family. My heart to yours we are there for you and please don't hesitate to call. I have solace and knowing Phyllis is with her Ernie and surely earned peace and rest. Love and Light.
Jack, Bea & Kay Lennox
January 14, 2011
Dear Phyllis, BJ & Ernie, you are in our prayers every day and will be, especially tomorrow during the memorial service for your wonderful mother. Until we see you again in New Jersey, we continue to keep you in our hearts. Love you all.
Terri Mesterhazy
January 14, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends at this sad time. Everyone in this country has been touched by this tragic event.
Cheryl Carter
January 14, 2011
We will really miss her smile around the body of believers at Northminister Church. May her family be blessed as they mourn the loss of her presence here on earth.
Cheryl Caswell
January 14, 2011
Phyllis was my second cousin, my mother Etta's first cousin. We had spoken of her just the week before this terrible tragedy. My heartfelt sympathies to her children and other relatives.
Monique Conley
January 14, 2011
Many prayers and hugs to Phyllis's family and friends, may her memories bring you comfort and smiles through your tears.
Robert Wallace
January 14, 2011
May God bless you, and keep you close to him forever, and ever.
And, may God also dearly bless all of those loving members of your family that you suddenly (and so regretfully) had to leave behind.
Hearing your life's wonderful story has touched so many of us deeply.
Yes indeed, your life's story of graciously giving to others has positively effected many ordinary people such as myself.
And, after hearing how much you gave of yourself while you were here on Earth, all I will say is, may we all strive to be more like you.
Rest well Dear Lady, until our God reunites us all in love one day.
Richard Sossel
January 14, 2011
To Ernie, Phyllis, and BJ-
Your mom was a fine neighbor when I was growing up back on Roome Rd. in Towaco. She always had a kind word, and often let me come over to see Leroy. Please accept my deepest sympathy and my condolences for your loss.
Ernie-Thanks for your even-keeled and thoughtful words to the press. What you have been saying is a testament to the way your mom and dad brought you up.
Peace to you and your families.
pattie
January 14, 2011
To the family and friends of Phyllis- sending you much love from WI at this difficult time, know that alot have been touched by the losses in Tucson-you are all in our prayers-
Karen Snyder
January 14, 2011
Please except my sincere sympathy for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time....
Jennifer Turner Robertson
January 14, 2011
Dear "Little Phyllis", Betty-Jean and "Little Ernie": Aunt Doreen and I are praying for you and your families during this traumatic time. "Big Phyllis" always brought a smile to our faces and a warmth to our hearts that could not be duplicated. We love you and are praying for God's tender mercies in your lives.
Crystal Walker
January 14, 2011
Dearest Family Of Phyllis C. Schneck,
I'm so very sorry for your loss...I'm really hurting for Earnest too. Losing someone so unfairly and so painfully tragic is so difficult! It broke my heart. I hope you have Peace and Tranquility as you heal....I hope with all my heart that you have Contentment too. Please be assured that I'm thinking of you all right now! You too Earnest. You have no idea how we're all praying for you. God does deeply care for you and he loves you!
Please Take Care!
Love, Crystal& Family~
E Stremme
January 14, 2011
My heartfelt condolences to the Schneck family. May God Bless you.
(former resident of Rockaway Twp.)
Megan Fischer
January 14, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Schneck family during these difficult days, may you rest in Peace Phyllis!
Anne Marie Mead
January 14, 2011
May God bring comfort to every member of your family during this tragic time. Phyllis sounds like she was a most wonderful woman.
Pat & Henry Hingleton
January 14, 2011
To the Schneck Family,
Our prayers and sympathy go out to you.I don't know you personally but I do know that we are sisters and brothers in Christ.So I feel just sad for you. To Ernie who was my son Tory Hingleton's supervisor I pray that God will give you and your sisters strength to go on. God will see you through this sad time.
Tory Hingleton's parents
Pat & Henry
Berlin,md.
Jo Beth Pomeroy
January 14, 2011
January 13, 2011
My husband and I are writing to offer our sincere condolences to the entire family of Phyllis. We pray the Lord will be with each of you until you meet again. God Bless You!
Steve and Jo Beth Pomeroy
Rodriguez
January 13, 2011
I am so sorry for you loss. You all have lost a mother, grandmother, friend, sister and Tucson has lost one of it's members. My wish for the family is that one day after remembering your loved one, you wipe away your tears and smile. GOD bless you all.
M. M.
January 13, 2011
May the family take all their loving memories of her and wrap them tightly around each other for comfort now and in the hard days ahead. Memories are all that we leave, and all that we take with us, cherish them, love and support each other. My heartfelt prayers and thoughts belong with you and the injured, and victims of this senseless act. God Bless You.
Dianne Abney
January 13, 2011
Phyllis seemed to have been a lovely person . Just wanted you to know that God has her now and she will be looking down on her family and hoping that you all know that she is safe and happy to be with God. Know that God needed her now even if you can not see it. Remembe God loves us all , and he loved phyllis more and took her home.
jona ferguson
January 13, 2011
TO ALL THE PHYLLIS C. SCHNECK..FAMILY..THE WHOLE CITY HAVE MANY PRAYER'S FOR THE FAMILY AT THIS OF YOUR LOSS OF... MOM,GRARNDMOTHER,AUNT, AND FRIEND...HOPE YOU HAVE MANY MEMORIES FOR THIS FINE LADY...NATIVE OF TUCSON
Kerry Cantrell
January 13, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tim & Arlene Zahn
January 13, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and may our Lord give you peace and comfort from her precious memories.
Tammi Martin
January 13, 2011
My families prayers are with you and your family. We will never forget her.
LaWanda & Brian Griffin
January 13, 2011
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
January 13, 2011
Our prayers are with you.
Jane Scherf
January 13, 2011
As someone who was born at Green Pond, and now lives just outside Tucson, I would like to think that Phyllis is now contentedly sitting under that tree at the little beach with the sun always on her face. I am sure that her many GP friends will always think of her there. Your loss is felt all over this country.
Sue Keller
January 13, 2011
My prayers are with you. May you continue to have loving memories of Phyllis in the future. Our city has lost a wonderful person.
Anna Huaraque
January 13, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
H. M.
January 13, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Phyllis Schneck. I know someone first hand who was touched by her loving generosity. My heart goes out to everyone.
Nancy Hough
January 13, 2011
May your memories of this lovely lady uplift you throughout this difficult time. My prayers are with you.
Quintina Gore
January 13, 2011
My prayer and blessings are with Nikki and her family. What a wonderful person Mrs. Schneck was. I did not know her, but her memory will live on. She touched a lot of people and was loved by many. May God continue to bless you and your family now and forever.
Chris O'Bryan
January 13, 2011
Nikki,
What a beautiful and loving Grandmother. Know that my family will keep your Grandmother and family in our prayers. God bless.
Marty
January 13, 2011
Our sincere condolences to the Schneck family. While we all grieve we open our hearts and offer our prayers during this extremely difficult time. May God bless you all.
James A. Hines, III
January 13, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jean & Chris Ilderton
January 13, 2011
We are so sorry for the senseless loss you have suffered. I'm so sorry I never had the opportunity to meet your beautiful Mom but we are praying for all of you at this difficult time. God Bless you all.
Kim Anglin
January 13, 2011
To the Schneck Family, I would like to express my sorrow for your loss as a result of this terrible tragedy. May you all find peace and healing in the time to come. Tucson mourns with you.
January 13, 2011
My sympathy to Mrs. Schneck Family and friends form a Canadian who is praying for everyone
January 13, 2011
Although I did not know Phyllis or your family, please know that you are all in my prayers each night for comfort and a "peace that passes all understanding". I know that God has "received" her into His Heavenly Kingdom. May God Bless you and all of your family.
Linda Skuta
Tucson, Arizona
Andreana Yribe
January 13, 2011
You are in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. God bless you and God Bless Phyllis.
Dave Arnold
January 13, 2011
We are neighbors of Phyllis in the Northridge villas. We have met her at various functions. She was a bubbly friendly lady and we remember her at the luau for her wonderful pineapple upside down cake. Our sympathy to her family. God Bless you and give you peace.
Bonnie and Dave Arnold and Shirley Rummage
deena ouellette
January 13, 2011
may god bring comfort to your lives at this most difficult time.
Phyllis Seeger
January 13, 2011
Dear Schneck Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Just from what I've heard she was a wondeful person. My mothers name was Phyllis and my name is Phyllis and my mom was also known for her "famous" mac and cheese, which I still make!
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Phyllis Seeger
Peg McConnell
January 13, 2011
my thoughts and prayers are with you
Peg McConnell
Bonnie Worthman
January 13, 2011
I will keep the Schneck family in my prayers.
Maria
January 13, 2011
What beautiful lady we lost physically,but her talents and habilities are going to live trougth generations. Accept my most sinceres condolocences during this painful time. God bless her family.
Gina Coffren
January 13, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Schneck family and friends. May God bless you all through this time of need and sorrow. My you all find peace in the memories Phyllis leaves behind.
Gina Coffren and family
Andrea Fritzsch
January 13, 2011
To the family of Phyllis - My deepest sympathy to you all. As a fellow Green Ponder and someone who always sits at the "little beach" I visited with Phyllis regularly each summer. This past summer we began exchanging jigsaw puzzles. She commented to me that she has watched my children grow up on this beach. I will miss her presence at the lake. She is now at home in the arms of her Savior and her husband.
Sylvia Vasquez
January 13, 2011
The loss of your mom is never easy. In this time I would like to offer my sincerest condolences to the Schneck family and am truly sorry for the void in your lives. Rest in Peace and God bring peace to her loved ones.
R Guzman
January 13, 2011
God Bless you and your family.
Theresa Soto
January 13, 2011
To The Schneck Family:
I only wish that I had met Phyllis. I know that there are no words to express how sad I am about the loss of these precious lives. I will keep your family in my prayers. Que Dios te Bendiga(May God Bless You_
ROSALINDA FUENTES
January 13, 2011
REST IN PEACE BEAUTIFUL LADY AND WATCH OVER YOUR FAMILY
Sheri Houston
January 13, 2011
May God keep his arms around all the love ones during this time.
Carole Hanson
January 13, 2011
I'm so sad for the Schneck family for their loss. A whole nation grieves with you.
Lisa David
January 13, 2011
Your loss was a tragic one and I am so very sorry for your loss! I pray that God helps you all in this time of sorrow! May God bless you and your family!
Kerry
January 13, 2011
Dear Schneck Family, We are sending many thoughts and prayers from NC to AZ.
Jack buehler
January 13, 2011
Phyllis, My sophomore high school girlfriend in Rutherford, NJ; so many of us, your classmates at RHS, will miss you very much. God Bless you.
January 13, 2011
I know no words can help, but know I am keeping you all in my prayers. May you find the strength to get through the days and months and years.
Bennett & Sally Cantrell
January 13, 2011
Keeping all of you in our prayers. God Bless.
Chuck Gould Mike Greenbaum
January 13, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with a fellow Tucsonian, her family and friends.
Debbie Mudd
January 13, 2011
Phyllis, BJ and Ernie,
Our thoughts are with you. You have always been a special family, and we will cherish our memories of the Schneck family, especially your mom's Christmas cookies.
With warmest regards,
Debbie and Mike Mudd
Karen
January 13, 2011
May God Bless the family and friends of Phyllis.
Judy J
January 13, 2011
Rest in Peace, Phyllis.
Bonnie Suerig
January 13, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May your fondest memories be a source of healing.
Megan Fischer
January 13, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Schneck family at this horrible time, may you find peace in the days ahead.
Janice & Frank Molina
January 13, 2011
To All of The Schneck Family,
We grieve with you during this awful time. Phyllis must have been an amazing woman. May God's peace be with you as you cherish memories of her.
maria st clair
January 13, 2011
To the Schneck Family- Our deepest condolences and you are always in our thoughts and prayers.God bless you.- The St Clair Family of Louisville,KY
Norma Jones
January 13, 2011
God Bless You the Schneck Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Jones Family
Stephanie
January 13, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this tragic time. God Bless you and keep you all.
Georgia Brousseau
January 13, 2011
My heart is with your family. God bless all of you as you cope with this loss.
Amy
January 13, 2011
May God Bless your family at this time.
ALEX G
January 13, 2011
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR THE SCHNECK FAMILY,MY CONDOLENCES AND MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY
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