Schnieder – It is with heavy hearts to announce the passing of Douglas James Schnieder of Redcliff, Alberta on November 19th, 2023 at the age of 91 years. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Helen (Cavan) Schnieder and daughter Lorraine Virostek, his parents Gus and Rebecca Schnieder, and siblings Eugene, Bob, Jerry, Ruth, Emma, Virginia and Walter. Douglas is survived by his children son Tyrone (Kelly), daughter Cathy (Bob), son-in-law Ray Virostek and grandchildren Ryan Phillips (Tracy), Michael Schneider (Amanda), Ralaina Virostek, Ashleigh Schneider, Derek Virostek (Louise). He will be also be missed by his nine great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, his good friend Velva Boschee and many friends. Born October 18th 1932 in Medicine Hat Alberta he spent his early years on a farm in the Dauntless area. In 1946, the family moved to Tilley where they continued to farm. He married Helen Eunice Cavan and resided in Brooks, operating a trucking business with his brothers until they were able to return to Doug’s passion by purchasing farmland of their own in the Tilley area. They farmed and raised cattle for many years while raising their three children Tyrone, Catherine, and Lorraine. Shortly after Helen passed away he moved to Redcliff and retired where he continued to enjoy family visits, fishing, and his friends. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Medicine Hat Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion. At Doug’s request there will not be a memorial service, and instead a private tribute will be held graveside with his immediate family when he is laid to rest next to his wife Helen at the Brooks Cemetery. Doug was an animal lover and had many beloved pets over the years. If friends desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Brooks Animal Protection Society (BAPS) at bapsociety.com or Box 86 Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2. A private family service will be held.
Cremation is entrusted to and conducted at
Smith Funeral Home Ltd., Brooks
