Name: Visitation for Madeleine Schneider
Start: 2016-07-06T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-07-06T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Nelsen Funeral Home - Williamsburg

WILLIAMSBURG - Madeleine Schneider, age 83, of Williamsburg, VA, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2016 with her family at her bedside. She is preceded in death by her father, Jean Carnot; her mother, Perrine; her brothers, Benjamin and Jean; and her sister, Jane. Born and raised in Brittany, she survived the war in occupied France, immigrated to the United States and became an American citizen. Madeleine worked for Ruby Ross as a dress designer and maker in New York City. She was a wonderful wife mother and grandmother. She was a member of St. Bede's Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband, William; her sons, Edward (Tanya), Paul (Toni), Phillip (Karen), and Mark; her daughter, Claire; and her grandchildren, Sarah Olney, Nicolas, Erin, Emily and Armand. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 6 from 2-4pm and from 6-8pm at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg, VA. A memorial service will take place on Thursday, July 7 at 2pm at Catholic Campus Ministry Chapel at the College of William & Mary, 10 Harrison Ave., Williamsburg, VA. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations to research cures for Alzheimer's disease and/or colon cancer would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.nelsencares.com.

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Published by Virginia Gazette on Jul. 2, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Madeleine Schneider

Sponsored by Nelsen Funeral Home - Williamsburg.

16 Entries

Alan Gavalya

July 7, 2016

I remember meeting Madeleine many years ago at the Alcorn's and thinking what an elegant lady. A person this special will be greatly missed. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Gayle Sundeen-Coleman

July 7, 2016

Madeleine was always gracious and kind. My deepest sympathies and prayers to your family, God bless.

Laurie Wehle

July 6, 2016

I will always remember Madeleine as a lovely, friendly parishioner of St Bede.It was a pleasure to see her and Bill there or as they strolled on Duke of Gloucester. She honored me by asking me to cantor for her son's wedding.She had a way of making one feel very special. She will be sorely missed.
Laurie Wehle

July 6, 2016

Madeleine was a beautiful person inside and out. Even though I didn't know her well she was so friendly when I would run in to her. She left a wonderful legacy of grace and kindness to her family .
Sincerely, Cathy Moore

E A Levesque Schleper

July 5, 2016

Cher Mark,Armand, Phil, monsieur Schneider et autre famille. De notre part, nos plus sincères condoléances pour le décès de votre mère, Grand-mère et épouse.

Très sincèrement,

Astrid, Eloise et Esther Levesque.

Tracey Minella

July 5, 2016

So sorry to hear this news. I will always remember her smile and the twinkle in her eye. And, of course, her beautiful accent. Such a warm and classy lady. Love and hugs to you all.

Julie Bennett

July 5, 2016

Dear Bill and family, I am so sorry to hear of Madeline's passing. She was such a sweet woman and I always enjoyed talking to her. My heart goes out to all of you as well as my prayers.

Lyn Wells

July 5, 2016

There are so many memories of Madeleine - always supportive, caring, kind, and willing to help others. My deepest sympathy goes out to your entire family as there are truly no words that can describe the loss. Lyn Wells

July 5, 2016

Very sorry to hear this Bill. Thoughts and prayers sent. Let me know if I can help in any way.

Brian Carpenter

Robin Anderson

July 5, 2016

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Joe & Roisin Preble

July 3, 2016

Madeleine a true lady. Lovely and kind and always a joy to be with. Our condolences to the family.

July 3, 2016

Madeline was such a gentle soul and so kind! Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Sincere condolences to you Bill and the family. Will be in Massachusetts this week. Phyllis Farson (ARK)

July 3, 2016

Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family Bill. She was such a gracious and kind lady and was like a second mother to Tanya, which I will never forget.....Bert Culbreth

Darcy & Cheryl Terry

July 3, 2016

Madeleine was just as sweet of a human being as we have ever met. We never saw her with anything other than a smile, never heard anything but a kind word from her, her graciousness was but a natural part of her. A fine woman is mourned today by many. Our best wishes to Bill and to the entire extended family on your profound loss.

July 2, 2016

We will not be attending the funeral, but please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. We know Madeleine is at peace with the angels. Love from Bill Geist and Lynda (Geist) Janke.

Connie & Bill Healy

July 1, 2016

We will always remember what a gracious lady Madeleine was.
She, Bill and the whole family will be in our prayers, and we ask the Good Lord to show Madeleine His Love and Mercy, and give the family His Peace. We are so sorry that we couldn't attend her funeral and be with the family at this sad time. We send our love.

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