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Janet Schonwald Obituary
Janet E. Schonwald died peacefully at her home in Modesto on Sunday morning, September 21, 2008.
Her parents, Clayton and Marquerite, and her husband, Dr. John W. Schonwald, precede Mrs. Schonwald in death. She is the sister of Donald Elliott and Robert Elliott of North Carolina, and Rev. John Elliott of Indiana. Five children, daughters Mary S. Kinnaman of Modesto, Ann S. Langley of Tracy, Barbara S. Baker of Muskegon, Michigan, Elizabeth S. Jannasch of Monterey, and son John E. Schonwald of Modesto, survive her. She has ten grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.
Mrs. Schonwald was born in Logan County, Ohio, and raised in Angola, Indiana. She received her education at Western College in Ohio and the University of Michigan School of Nursing. She moved as a young wife to California in World War II. Following her husband’s discharge from the Navy, they settled in Eureka, California where Dr. Schonwald practiced pediatric medicine for 30 years.
Mrs. Schonwald was a registered nurse practicing in Eureka and later in Modesto where she retired from Memorial North Hospital at age 76. She was an active parishioner of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Modesto, and a member of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, Chapter BH, in Modesto. She volunteered at Laurel’s House serving young mothers and their babies and every year knit hundreds of hats, gloves and scarves for the homeless.
Mrs. Schonwald was a long-time supporter of the Modesto Symphony, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, the University of Michigan School of Nursing, St. Paul’s missionary outreach, and P.E.O. educational projects.
Interment services will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio later this month and memorial services are scheduled at, Christ The King Episcopal Church, 6443 Estelle Avenue, Riverbank, California at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, November 1. Friends traveling from out of town may reach the family c/o Ann Langley, 8710 Julie Lynne Circle, Tracy, CA. 95304.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Mrs. Schonwald’s name to Community Hospice Foundation, 4368 Spyres Way, Modesto, CA 95356.
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Memories and Condolences
for Janet Schonwald
Cheri (Stewart) Rowell
November 1, 2008
It was so nice to have known your mom, both in Eureka, when growing up in such a small town was so perfect, and in Modesto, where we attended the same Episcopal church. She was such a wonderful lady, and I was lucky to have known her.
Katherine J Clague
October 21, 2008
Our deepest sympathy.
The Clague Family
Jerry McGillivray
October 18, 2008
Condolances to all the Schondwald children. Your dad was our childrens doctor until we left Eureka in 1967. My Mother-in-law Alison Shay was his nurse for many years. Your mother was a delight to know. We share your sorrow. Jerry & Patty
Bart Smith
October 18, 2008
I have many fond memories of growing up next door to the Schonwald family. We had a lot of good times together. Your mother was a very nice person.
Tom Hannah
October 17, 2008
WE have many fond memories of times shared with your family. We share your sense of loss and send our sincere sympathy.
Tom and Eddie Hannah
Bill Miller
October 16, 2008
John and family:
We consider it an honor to have known your mother. She was a delightful person whom we always enjoyed speaking with. I especially liked her travel experiences. Treasure the memories.
With our Sympathy,
Andy Wooten
October 16, 2008
Betsy and Barbara,
I am very sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. Our families had a lot of good times way back when. My thoughts are with you and the rest of your family.
Pam D'Anna
October 15, 2008
I worked with Jan in Labor and delivery, as well as in the newborn nursery until she retired. I have fond memories of Jan. I also enjoyed a cruise to Mexico with Jan, as well as having her as my wedding coordinator. She was a special lady and will be missed by all. My sincere condolances. Pam (Cochran) D'Anna
Kathy Walters
October 14, 2008
to the family,
my late Mother Mary "Pat" worked in labor and delivery for 25 years @ Memorial Hospital. I remember Mom speaking of Jan Schonwald.
I just want to give you my condolances...
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