Philip H. Schneider
Philip H. Schneider peacefully left this life on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at 5:45 p.m.
Philip was born Dec. 15, 1938 in Paris, Ark. to Eberhard Henry and Gertrude Mary (Ashour) Schneider.
Philip resided in Subiaco the entirety of his lifetime, with the exception of his time spent in service with the United States Navy. He was a graduate of Subiaco Academy in 1956. Philip entered the U.S. Naval Reserves on Aug. 10, 1961 as a mechanic. Over a period of the next six years, he served in various locations from California to Illinois. He ended his service as a Machinist's Mate Second Class on the USS James E. Kyes. Philip was presented with an honorable discharge from the U. S. Navy on Aug. 9, 1967.
Philip was a very gifted mechanic and returned home to work alongside his father and brother, Kenny, in their family-owned business for many years. He later acquired the business and continued to work with his brother until 1987. He then went to work for Subiaco Abbey where he worked in maintenance and then as the first lay dean for the Academy. Philip earned his retirement in 2005.
Philip loved being involved with his family as well as many outdoor activities and sports, especially baseball. He played himself for many years as a pitcher and then coached his son, Shane as he pitched for his little league team. Philip inspired and changed the lives of many young men through his guidance and example of dedication. He continued his love of baseball for the last several years through his grandson, Chase. "Papa" Philip was so proud of Chase's left handed pitching ability, like his own and he made every effort to attend as many games as possible. "Papa" also made a lasting impression with his love of the outdoors. Nothing brought him more joy than to hunt and fish alongside his friends, son, and grandson. Chase, Shane, and Papa could fish for hours without tiring.
Philip was preceded in death by his parents and a nephew, Daniel Frederick.
He will be greatly missed by those he leaves behind, including his wife of 47 years, Rose Marie (Schluterman) Schneider of Subiaco; his son, Shane Joseph Schneider of Subiaco; his daughter, Rebecca Kay (Schneider) Domon, her husband, Dr. Steven Domon and one grandson, Chase Alexander Domon, all of Little Rock. He is survived as well by four sisters: Betty Frederick of Subiaco, Rosemary Hupp of Sun City Center, Fla., Gina Schluterman, of Paris, and Margaret Eckelhoff of Subiaco; four brothers: Alcuin Schneider of Marietta, Ga., Kenny Schneider of Subiaco, William Schneider of Camden, and Mike Schneider of Tyler, Texas; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A rosary will be held Monday evening, March 28 at 7:45 p.m. in Saint Benedict's Catholic Church. Funeral services will follow on Tuesday, March, 29 at 10 a.m. with Abbot Leonard Wangler, O.S.B officiating. Burial with military honors provided by the United States Navy Honor Guard will immediately follow the service in Saint Benedict's Cemetery under the direction of Roller Funeral Home. The online guestbook is available at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/paris.
Pallbearers will be Donnie Frederick, Randy Frederick, Dr. Keith Schluterman, Dr. Adam Schluterman, Alex Schluterman, and Tyler Schluterman.
Memorials may be made to Central Arkansas Rescue Effort for Animals (CARE)- Paws in Prison, PO Box 7604, Little Rock, AR 72217-7604 or care@careforanimals.org.
Published March 27, 2016