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RICHARD EDGAR SCHNEIDER
Richard Edgar Schneider, 84, of Clifton, Virginia, died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, February 26, 2023 after a battle with Alzheimers. He is survived by Lydia, his wife of 57 years; and his children Richard, Jr., Cynthia, Stephen, Pamela and Maria. Born in Auburn, New York, Richard earned a bachelor's degree from Villanova, and a PhD from George Mason University. A skilled engineer with a keen and curious mind, he worked as a federal contractor, enjoyed adjunct teaching at several Virginia universities, and pursued lifelong obsessions with genealogical research and histories of American presidents. A wake will be held at the Money & King Funeral Home, 171 West Maple Ave., Vienna, VA. On Friday, March 3, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass on Saturday, March 4 at 12 Noon at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, 6720 Union Mill Rd., Clifton, VA. Interment will follow at Fairfax Memorial Park. The online guestbook is available
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Joayn and Stephen Bahr
March 2, 2023
Dear Lydia and Family, Our hearts are breaking for you. We have known Richard through St. Andrew since we were at CVHS. I remember a gathering at your home for either Lectors or EMHC. We feel blessed to have known Richard. You all are in our prayers. Joayn and Stephen Bahr
Jack Wojciech
March 2, 2023
Dick was a good friend since our happy days together at Villanova, Class of 1961. He was a blessing to all who knew him and is now with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To God be the glory!
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