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Henrietta Schneider Obituary
Henrietta F. Schneider, age 76, of rural St. Cloud, passed away with her family at her side on Monday, March 9, 2015, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.
The former Henrietta Ophoven was born March 15, 1938, in Antigo to the late Frederick Sr. & Alvina (Krebsbach) Ophoven.
She graduated from St. Mary's Springs High School in 1956. On September 1, 1956, she married Henry Schneider at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Fond du Lac.
In addition to helping operate the family farm, Henrietta managed the kitchen at the former Legion Hall in St. Cloud, the Golden Key, and the when the Cabaret first started.
She was a member of St. Isidore Parish-St. Cloud Church, the Christian's Women's Society, and a member of the St. Cloud American Legion Auxiliary.
Henrietta is survived by her husband, Henry; three children, Daniel (Kelly) Schneider of Racine, Michael (Sandra) Schneider of rural St. Cloud, and Barbara Schneider (Tim) of Campbellsport; seven grandchildren, Patrik, Abigail, Tyler, Seth, Jennifer, Crystin, and Rebecca; two great-grandchildren, Greyson & Elijah; her brother, Frederick Jr. (Sandy) Ophoven of Ozark, MO; and her four legged companion, Sarge.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 14, 2015, at St. Isidore Parish-St. Cloud Church, 924 Main Street St. Cloud, WI 53079. Rev. Gary Wegner, OFM Cap. will officiate. Inurnment will take place at Ledgeview Memorial Park Cemetery in Fond du Lac.
Family and friends may call at the church in St. Cloud on Saturday, March 14th from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM.
The St. Cloud American Legion Auxiliary will have a brief service at the church at 11:00 AM Saturday morning.
For additional information, please contact the Sippel Funeral Home in St. Cloud (920) 999-2291 or visit www.sippelfuneralhome.net
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Memories and Condolences
for Henrietta Schneider
March 12, 2015
Dear Henry and Barb and family, I am so very sorry to see that "Henry" has passed. I was so glad to meet her. Hugs and prayers to you all. God bless! ~Kristie Martin
March 12, 2015
I have been praying for Henrietta since I met her @ Maximillons for Forever Plaid. It was the sad day she found out she had cancer. She was the most upbeat person, & such an easy person to talk to. I have had her in my prayers ever since. I always wished I could see her again. My deepest condolences to the family You truley had a wonderful wife & mother, Grandmother. I'm sure she is in heaven with all of her loved ones.
Michael Brunette
March 11, 2015
I am sorry to hear of the loss of such a great woman. I will always remember the time I had on the farm under the care of Hank and Henrietta. Although I won't see you again here on earth, you will always and forever live on in my memories. My thoughts and Prayers are with you Hank, Danny, Michael and Barb at this time in hopes that they will provide you some comfort in this hour of your need.
Lisa Saylor
March 11, 2015
Dan, Patrik & Abi, as well as the entire Schneider family, so sorry for your loss & you are in our thoughts & prayers!
Rosie & Dennis May
March 11, 2015
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Judy Butler
March 11, 2015
Dan, Patrik & Abigail, Juney and I were very saddened to hear of your loss, please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers, and are here if you need anything.
Mary Ann Wettstein
March 11, 2015
To a beloved sister-in-law and long-time friend. Rest in peace in heaven and watch over and pray for those of us who still remain here on earth.
Daniel Schneider
March 10, 2015
In lieu of flowrs, donations in honor of Henrietta will be made to the Legion Auxiliary of St Cloud and a name plate for her at the Cancer Center in Milwaukee.
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