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SCHNEIDER, Dr. Shirley K. 78, of Springfield, passed away Friday October 4, 2013 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. She was born on July 1, 1935 as the only child of the late Robert and Marjorie Schneider in Springfield, Ohio. She graduated from Springfield High School in 1953, Northwestern University Dental School in 1959 and Wittenberg University in 1968. She practiced dentistry for forty-two years in Springfield, retiring in 2001. Shirley was a member of the Zonta Club of Springfield for fifty years, serving at the local, district, and international level culminating as Zonta International President 1980-1982. She also served on the Lakeside Ohio Chautauqua Board of Trustees and several committees at Cedarville University where she was honored also as an honorary alumnus in 1986. An avid sports fan, she was the official scorekeeper for the men's and women's basketball teams for over forty years at Cedarville University. She is survived by several cousins and two "adopted" families, Don and Nedra Callan; Ron and Carol Baker and their children and grandchildren. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church of Cedarville, Ohio. A gathering of family and friends will be held Monday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday October 8, 2013 at 11 a.m. in the Grace Baptist Church, 109 N. Main Street, Cedarville with Pastor Craig Miller, Dr. Paul Dixon, Dr. Don Callan and Ronald Baker officiating. Burial will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. In lieu of flowers Shirley's wishes were memorial contributions be made to Cedarville University basketball programs, Zonta International and Grace Baptist Church of Cedarville. You may express condolences to the family at www.littetonandrue.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Andrea Moreau
October 18, 2013
Shirley was a very dear friend whom I enjoyed her friendship for over 30 years. We traveled many different countries together and her caring and love will be missed. I know she is in a better place and I will see her again.
Jak Krumholtz
October 15, 2013
I still remember (late 80's) winning the giant pound puppy in the office drawing for good behavior. At the time I thought it was random, in hindsight I know it's probably thanks to dad being a loyal patient since her first day. Great memories. I have no fear of the dentist today thanks to her, actually always looked forward to it. I'll always remember her sense of humor that made the visit a pleasure.
Valerie Powell
October 8, 2013
Dr. Schneider helped lay the foundation for my "Yellow Brick Road." With her gift of a scholarship, my life has changed with a vortex of possibilities. The soul that was within her physical body is now inspiring souls on a different level. It is with "Great Honor And Pride," that myself and others, continue the works of such a loving member of our local and universal community. Thank you for sharing her, God Bless...
Jay Krumholtz
October 7, 2013
I was 10 years when I had the privilege of being one of Dr. Schneider's patients. Over the years she took fine care of me and my family.Occasionly she would jokingly ask my wife how did she put up with me? Or at least I think she was joking. We'll miss her
Jody McGraw
October 7, 2013
Dr. Schneider was one of the most caring and selfless people I have ever known. I know she is now being rewarded in heaven.
Mary McLin
October 7, 2013
Shirley was my dentist for all of her 42 yrs. in practice when I started there at 19. Never hated going to the dentist because she made it easy. The same went for my children & husband. She was a wonderful person.
Jim and Daisy Marshall
Daisy Marshall
October 6, 2013
Shirley played a large part in the lives of our whole family. One of the reasons my late husband, Dr. Robert Ewbank, joined her practice in 1972 was because they shared a common faith. I feel privileged to have enjoyed her friendship all these years. We will miss you, Shirley! I'm sure that you and Bob will have a lot to talk about when you meet in heaven :-).
Michelle Hairston
October 6, 2013
Shirley was such a wonderful person. I enjoyed talking sports with her while I cut her hair. God bless her friends & family.
Connie Domer
October 5, 2013
Shirley was an inspiration to mw since I was 17 Years old and started to work for her. She is why I am a christian woman today. She is in a wonderful place with our Lord Jesus Christ. Consatance Ann Elizabeth Linkenhoker Domer
Connie Domer
October 5, 2013
Shirley was the woman I looked up to since I was 17 years old and started to work for her. The example she set is why I am a Christian woman today. I am happy and know she is in a wonderful place with our Lord Jesus Christ. Constance Ann Elizasbeth Linkenhoker Domer
Madeline Schief
October 5, 2013
Was sorry to hear of Dr. Schneider's passing. She was very well liked in the community and will be sadly missed. My prayers will be with her family and the extended Dental Family as well.
October 5, 2013
my sincere sympathy to Shirley's family and friends. She and I shared many hours
together over the years traveling for Zonta and playing golf.
Cornelia Hodges
Tracy Dunsdon
October 5, 2013
Dr. Schneider was a truly unique woman who gave freely of herself and inspired all who knew her. I will remember her fondly.
Patty Mundy
October 5, 2013
Sorry to see this. She was a great dentist and a very nice person. She took good care of myself and my daughter. She will be missed. God Bless
Gerri Collier
October 5, 2013
To Dr. Shirley K Schneider's Family:
May God bless you and comfort you in your loss. Dr Schneider was always a caring dentist and gave her patients special care.
Rob Svendsen
October 5, 2013
My condolences to Shirley's family and friends. I always found Dr. Schneider to be most kind and caring while I was a patient of her's.
Rob Svendsen
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