Carl J. Schneider Sr.

Carl J. Schneider, 90, a resident of Wesley Village, went peacefully into the arms of his Lord early Sunday morning, Feb. 5, 2012, while a patient in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Carl's last few days on this earth were spent surrounded by his family and in prayer.

Carl and his loving wife, Theonora Krebs Schneider, would have celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary July 11, 2012. Carl affectionately referred to his wife as Lee.

Carl, better known to most as Cap, was born Nov. 12, 1921, in Scranton. He resided most of his life in the Wilkes-Barre area until his move to Wesley Village in 2009.

Carl was a graduate of St. Mary's High School, Scranton.

He worked for many years for St. Nicholas Church and School, Wilkes-Barre. Carl was an alderman in Wilkes-Barre. He was also an assistant for Mayor Frank Slattery until taking a position with King's College. At King's, Carl was so proud to be in charge of Buildings and Grounds. He took so much pleasure in the beautiful campus and the friends that he made there. Carl worked at King's until his retirement.

Carl's hobbies were rolling skating when he was a youth, which led to him meeting the love of his life, Lee. He also enjoyed bowling, listening to Daniel O'Donnell with his wife, watching Notre Dame football and spending time with his family.

Carl was known for his electrical and carpentry skills. He spent many weekends helping others while using his knowledge. Carl always cherished the time he spent with his family. He will always be remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. His spirit will forever live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Charles and Caroline (Carrie) Schneider, he was preceded in death by his sister, Dolly.

In addition to his loving wife, Lee, Cap is survived by his children, Carol Ann Pelchar and her husband, John Sr., Wilkes-Barre; and Carl Schneider Jr. and his wife, Phyllis, Wilkes-Barre; and his grandchildren, John Pelchar Jr. and his wife, Jannene, Alexander Schneider and his wife, Amy, Janel Famaularo and her husband, James, Christopher Pelchar Sr. and his wife, Yvonne, and Lynn Ruthkowski. Carl was also a great role model to his great-grandchildren, Gabrielle, Alexis (his princess), Camille, Kaitlyn (his bundle of joy), Christopher Jr. (his little guy), Gregory, Amanda, Alyvia and Amelia. Cap is also survived by his brothers, George Schneider, Scranton; and Joseph Schneider, Hazleton; and sisters, Margaret Rorick, Levittown; and Ruthie Schmieg, Sayre.

Cap's family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the nursing staff of the fifth floor of Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. An extra special thanks to nurses Kathy, Anthony and Marie for their professionalism and outstanding compassion that they bestowed upon Cap and his family in their time of need. Their action will never be forgotten.

The funeral will be held at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday from Yeosock Funeral Home Inc., 40 S. Main St., Plains Township. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. from the Parish of St. Andre Bessette, St. Stanislaus Worship Site. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Wesley Village in memory of Cap Schneider.