Stephen Anthony Schneller
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Stephen Anthony Schneller

  • April 17, 1948 - February 5, 2012
  • Metairie, Louisiana
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“It has been a month since you went to your heavenly home There are so many things we had planned and didn't get to do. We had great times together,...Read More » ”
1 of 26 | Posted by: Mary Nell Schneller - Metairie, LA

“Dear Father Michael, We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of your brother. You and your family are in our prayers. ”
2 of 26 | Posted by: Ralph & Marie Tortorich - LA

“My heart goes out to you, MaryNell, during this time of loss and pain. Please know that I am thinking of you. With love and sympathy, Donna...Read More » ”
3 of 26 | Posted by: Donna Naquin - Mandeville, LA

“My sincere condolences to the Schneller Family. Though it has been a long time since I’ve seen Steve, I remember him well. He was a good man....Read More » ”
4 of 26 | Posted by: Ron Ferraro - Kenner, LA

“My condolences to Mary Nell and the Family. Steve will be missed. ”
5 of 26 | Posted by: Hazen Hoffpauir - Montz, LA

“To Mary Nell and the entire Schneller Family. My condolences and deepest sympathy on the loss of Steve. I'll always cherish our days at Ma Bell...Read More » ”
6 of 26 | Posted by: Edgar Williams, Jr. - New Orleans, LA

“My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. He was a wonderful, compassionate, loving person and will be missed by many. ”
7 of 26 | Posted by: Sally and Robert Campbell - FL

“My memories of your family are wonderful. All of you are in my prayers. Joan ”
8 of 26 | Posted by: joan bennett - montz, LA - friend

“Mary Nell, My sincere condolences on Steve's passing. He fought a courageous battle and now is at peace. Until you meet again you can take...Read More » ”
9 of 26 | Posted by: Sydney King - Slidell, LA

“Sir, it was an honor to have met you. Your family was blessed to have you in their lives. May God Bless your family and hold them tighly with...Read More » ”
10 of 26 | Posted by: Felix Solis - Kenner, LA

“My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ”
11 of 26 | Posted by: Peggy Caruso - San Antonio, TX

“I will always love you daddy! I am lucky to have you as my guargian angel to protect me and keep me strong. I know you are smiling down on me and I...Read More » ”
12 of 26 | Posted by: Stephanie Schneller - Metairie, LA

“Our deepest sympathy. Keeping you in our prayers. Connie Schmidt and Martha Jones ”
13 of 26 | Posted by: Connie Schmidt and Martha Jones - LA

“Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all the family. Wish we could be there with you during this time. Steve was always a special...Read More » ”
14 of 26 | Posted by: Frank and Margaret Mathews - TN

“IF I CAN DO ANYTHING FOR YOU, JUST LET ME KNOW. BILL CERAVOLO AND FAMILY ”
15 of 26 | Posted by: BILL CERAVOLO - METAIRIE, LA

“I WILL MISS YOU STEVE. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. ”
16 of 26 | Posted by: GEORGETTE MORGAN - METAIRIE, LA

“I know Stephen will be greatly missed here on earth, but he will now continue to make a difference, but in Heaven. ”
17 of 26 | Posted by: Rrik Beck - Metairie, LA

“Charlotte & Kirk, Ann and I would like to express our deepest sympathies to you and all your family for your loss. It is our prayer that God's...Read More » ”
18 of 26 | Posted by: Ann & Barry Hymel - Kenner, LA

“Mark and family, I am so sorry for your loss, and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. ”
19 of 26 | Posted by: Toni Pelaez - LA

“On behalf of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association and Brother Martin High School, I offer our prayers and condolences. Kenny...Read More » ”
20 of 26 | Posted by: Kenny Spellman - New Orleans, LA

“To have fought the battle is HIS gain but our loss. We stand in prayer to continue to support the entire family in this time of difficulties and...Read More » ”
21 of 26 | Posted by: Harold & Derryle Barrow - LA

“Fr. Mike, we are so sorry for the loss of your brother Steve. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. You are thought of often, we also...Read More » ”
22 of 26 | Posted by: Myra B. Richards - Westwego, LA

“May Steve find eternal peace and comfort in Heaven with our Lord. He fought the fight with great courage. My sympathy to the entire Schneller...Read More » ”
23 of 26 | Posted by: Paulette Wilkinson - Crown Point, LA

“May Steve find eternal peace and comfort in Heaven with our Lord. He fought the fight with great courage. My sympathy to the entire Schneller...Read More » ”
24 of 26 | Posted by: Paulette Wilkinson - Crown Point, LA

“I am so sorry for your loss. He fought a courageous uphill battle. He'll be your angel in heaven looking out for you forever. ”
25 of 26 | Posted by: Sandy DiLeo - Madisonville, LA

“Steve's journey, though difficult, painful, and, I'm certain at times, frightening, was traveled with great courage, dignity and grace. He will be...Read More » ”
26 of 26 | Posted by: Karen and Tilden Greenbaum


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Stephen Anthony Schneller passed away at the age of 63 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born in New Orleans, LA and lived in the area all his life. He attended St. Francis Xavier School in Metairie, graduated from Archbishop Rummel High School and attended UNO before
enlisting in the US Navy. He was on the USS Vancouver during the Vietnam War as a Radioman 2nd class (RM2). After leaving the Navy he went to work for South Central Bell and retired from
AT&T after 37 years. He will be remembered as a man who loved God, his country, his family and friends. He spent several years refereeing for local football and baseball. He also enjoyed watching football, especially the Saints when they won the Super Bowl. He loved Mardi Gras, riding and marching with several clubs and at present was an officer for the Krewe of Excalibur. He will be greatly missed by all.
Steve is survived by his wife of 15 years Mary Nell Peters Schneller; daughters, Stacie S. Lightell (Ronnie) and Stephanie A. Schneller; step-daughter, Judie A. Hahn (Lance); siblings, Rev. Michael Schneller, Eileen S. Genovese (Ray), Gregory Schneller (Charlotte) and Mark Schneller (Eliza); grandchildren, Victoria and Madison Lightell, Lucas and Levi Hahn; his wife by first marriage, Jo Ann Caruso Schneller for 23 years and many other nieces, nephews and extended family. He is preceded in death by his mother, Marie Long Schneller; father, Walter Frank Schneller, Jr. and brother Eric R. Schneller.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Rd at 12:00 Noon. Friends may visit between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM on Wednesday at the Funeral Home and after 10:00 AM on Thursday at the Church. Interment in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the American Cancer Society, 2605 River Road, New Orleans, LA 70121-4106, (504) 469-0021 or www.cancer.org or blood donations can be made at EJGH in Stephen's name. The family sincerely thanks all the dedicated medical professionals and staff who cared for Steve. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.