Alexander “Alex” Schneider received his call “Come Home” early morning April 12, 2005 at the age of 94 years. He had been a resident of Vulcan Extendicare since January 28, 1999
Alex was born January 9, 1911 to Henry and Kathrina (Schleich) Schneider in Neu Messer, Russia. It was a God-honoring home. The family immigrated to the United States, arriving in Boston, Massachusetts when Alex was 20 months old. Their first residence was in Walla Walla, Washington, where other relatives had preceded them. After a period of time, the family relocated to Ritzville, Washington, where Alex attended the schools and later college in Pullman and Spokane. He worked at various jobs, but began farming in 1940 upon his father’s retirement. He loved working with the soil and thoroughly enjoyed farming.
Alex met Esther Schneider while attending a church conference in Portland, Oregon. They were married October 20, 1946.
Alex became acquainted with the Vulcan area when chauffeuring his father and stepmother, Eva, to visit relatives. He was very favorably impressed with the area. He had the opportunity to purchase some property from Ezra Cowell, east of Vulcan. The family moved to Vulcan in the spring of 1952. Alex and Esther felt very definitely the Lord had brought them here.
Hired men were a part of Alex and Esther’s life for years. They heard about Jesus and prayer. Alex has had a warm compassionate heart for Christian Missions and the various avenues of ministry. He deeply appreciated all the friendships offered him.
Alex and Esther were blessed with seven children. He leaves to mourn, his beloved wife, Esther; Sharon (Grant) Disley of Toronto, Ontario, Paul (Onalee) Schneider and their children Lindsey, Michael, Kimberly, Steven of Seattle, Washington, Carol Schneider, John Schneider of Vulcan, Linda (Dan) Wester and their sons Greg, Dale of Tilley, Alberta, Keith Schneider of Vulcan, Ray (Donna) Schneider of Vulcan. Sisters Leah Ward of Kennewick, Washington, Hannah Nurss of Yakima, Washington, brother Leslie (Grace) Schneider of Loon Lake, Washington, also a number of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Alex was predeceased by his mother Kathrina, his father Henry, stepmother Eva, sister Erma, brother Emmanuel and grandson Daniel Ryan Schneider.
Funeral service Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 1:30 p.m. at the Vulcan Evangelical Missionary Church, Vulcan, Alberta with Pastor Frank Harris officiating.
Honorary bearers Peter Thiessen, Henry Friesen, Elmer Lebsack, Nick Andruckow, Bob West, Wayne Brown and Grant Disley.
Casket bearers Paul Schneider, John Schneider, Keith Schneider, Ray Schneider, Dan Wester and Dale Wester.
Internment Vulcan Cemetery.
The family wishes to express deep gratitude to Extendicare staff for their care and kindnesses
If friends so desire, tributes in Alex’s memory can be made to either Extendicare Auxiliary, Box 810, Vulcan T0L 2B0, a Christian ministry or the charity of your choice.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Directors. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences to vulcanfuneralhome@hotmail.com.