Keith A. Schindel

Keith A. Schindel, age 79 of Oconto Falls, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Keith was born on October 25, 1945 to the late August and Irene (Heitke) Schindel in Oconto Falls. He graduated from Oconto Falls High School and then served in the U.S. Army for 2 years in Army Intelligence. Keith was a hard worker, at times working two or three jobs. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 27 years. On September 14, 1979, Keith married Dorene (Amond) Dordel. He passed away on their 46th wedding anniversary. Keith loved the outdoors, especially making wood projects. His last project was a She Shed for Dorene. Keith also greatly enjoyed traveling, antiquing, and flowers.

Keith is survived by his wife, Dorene; 5 children, Eric (Angie) Dordel, Phillip (Jessamyn) Schindel, Steven (Shannon) Schindel, Adam Schindel, and Amanda Schindel; grandchildren, Jaedyn, Brandon, Evan, Ben, and Julie; great-grandchildren, Luna and Mars; siblings, Diane (Harlan) Hansen, Grace Schindel, Jim (Cindy) Schindel, and Calvin Schindel; brothers-in-law, David (Connie) Amond, Douglas Amond, and Dan (Carrie) Amond; his "joy," Kitty Rascal.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Anna; brother, John; infant brother, Dennis; infant daughter; siblings-in-law, Donald Amond, Eleanor Braun, Carol Amond, and Darrel Amond; precious cat, Little Man.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 17, 2025 at Hillside Assembly of God in Gillett from 10 am until the funeral service at 11 am. Gruetzmacher Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

The family would like to say a special thanks to the staffs of Oconto Falls Ambulance, HSHS St. Clare, and St. Mary's Hospital and ICU. Also a big thank you to The Bay at Suring Nursing Home and all the workers who took care of Keith.

To Keith – "Bye for Now, we love you!"