Henry Schnepf

Henry E. Schnepf passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025.
Born in Webster, NY in 1934, Henry graduated from Webster High School in 1952, served 2 years in the US Army and earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Rochester. He worked at Haloid/Xerox Corp. and retired at 50 to start a stump grinding business which he continued well into his late 70s. In 1977, Henry and his wife, Barbara, purchased Blackberry Hill Campground on Keuka Lake in Branchport, NY. They also moved to Henry's childhood home near Irondequoit Bay and worked tirelessly to remodel and update the house and grounds where they lived until his death. The campground and family homestead have provided years of joy and comfort for family and friends alike and endure as a lasting testament to his exceptional life, dedication to family, work ethic and great respect for the natural world. Henry's lifelong commitments to love, justice and peace and his steadfast belief in the good and worth of all humanity set our course as we grieve his loss. We extend our gratitude and love to his beloved grandson and caregiver, Ben.
Henry was predeceased by his parents Edward and Katherine Schnepf, infant brother, Eddie, sister Mary Bryant and faithful companion, Tiger. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 69 years, Barbara Neva Schnepf and sister, Frieda Hall; children Julie (John Bernunzio); Steven (Lin) and Edward (Tammy). Grandchildren include Benjamin LaPlante; Kara Miller (Mike); Jay Bernunzio (Taylor); Rose Bernunzio (Jose Barocio); Erika Campbell (Jamie); Kyle Schnepf (Chelsea); Casey Schnepf; Emily Beck-Anderson (Sam) & Grace Bernunzio. Great grandchildren Skyler, Elliot, Nora, Henry, Rocco, Scarlett, Olive, Talia, Cole, Morgan, Silas, Kaia, Merrick and Henry.
A memorial service and celebration of Henry's life will be held on Saturday, June 14 at 2 pm at the First Unitarian Church, 220 S Winton Rd., Rochester 14610. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be directed to Verona Street Animal Shelter or FoodlinkNY.