David M. Schneck

David M. Schneck, 91, of Zephyrhills, Florida, went to be with the Lord on June 7, 2024. He was the husband of Marjorie A. (Roth) Schneck for 72 years. Born in Allentown, PA, he was the son of Malverne W. and Agnes H. (Schantz) Schneck.

David proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, 1951-1955, serving on the USS Hornet and USS Currituck.

David worked as a Personnel Director and Labor Relations Officer for the City of Allentown and as an Arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association. David graduated from William Allen High School in 1951 and graduated from the Harvard University Trade Union Program in 1969.

He was a long-time member of Fairview Community Church of Zephyrhills.

David was Past Secretary of Zephyr Lodge No. 198, Past President of Scottish Rite Tampa and Eastern Star Crescent Chapter 54, and a member of New Temple Lodge No. 720 Allentown, Royal Order of Scotland, and Zephyr Shrine Club. He was a life member of the NRA and enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, and traveling, especially on cruises.

David is survived by his wife, Marjorie A. (Roth) Schneck, daughters Carol S. Mickley and Gail A. Sperlbaum of Allentown; son David W. Schneck and wife Mary of Myrtle Beach; grandchildren Justin Sperlbaum and wife Mary Alice, Sara Vinson, Laura Anoai and husband Lloyd, Kellen Mickley, Erin Fisher and husband Christopher, Jace Mickley and fiancee Erin West, Lindsey Campbell and husband Brendan; 8 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter expected in August; and Dennis A. Guth, companion of Carol. He was preceded in death by sons-in-law Brian P. Mickley and Edward F. Sperlbaum.

A memorial service will be held at Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, with the date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Jordan UCC at 1837 Church Road, Allentown, PA 18104.