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Funeral Service: 11 a.m. Saturday, October 29, 2016, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, October 29, 2016, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Elmwood Cemetery
Betty Jean Snyder Schroeder, age 90, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Friday, October 21, 2016, at Flora Gardens Care Center.
She was born April 22, 1926, in Flora, the daughter of George Burton Richardson and Mildred (Rhoades) Richardson Venable. She married Charles C. Snyder Jr. on March 24, 1946, in Flora, and they shared 38 years of marriage until his death on November 26, 1984. She married Galen “Red” Schroeder on November 28, 1987. Galen preceded her in death November 13, 2014.
Betty’s life was filled with love and laughter. Her delightful sense of humor was a gift to family and friends. She enjoyed golf and shopping, appreciated antiques, snapped many photos with her camera to preserve memories, and had been known to accept an invitation to dance. She was a member of First Christian Church, the Ladies Golf Association, and Criterion Club.
She is survived by a daughter: Rebecca Jill Snyder Fehrenbacher and husband Jim of Flora, and children Andy Fehrenbacher (Missy) of Salem, with son and daughter Charlie and Olivia, and Jeff Fehrenbacher (Tracy) of St. Peters, Missouri, with daughter Stella and stepdaughter Maegen Hudson; a son: Calvin Clay Snyder of Flora; and a daughter: Sharla Todd and husband Robin of Flora, and children Angela Vincent (Tyler) of Salem, with sons Maxwell and William as well as expecting twins, and Jordan Baird of Flora; a stepson: Tyler Schroeder and wife Susan of Flora, and children Emily Milner (Chad) with sons Trevin, Ethan, and Landon, and Carrie Nussmeyer (Daniel) with sons Nolan and Nyle, and John Schroeder; a stepson: Brent Schroeder and wife Kathy of Charleston, and children Kyle Schroeder and Jared Schroeder; a stepdaughter: Kyra Houk and husband Ted of Palm City, Florida; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents: Burt Richardson, and Mildred and Herb Venable; her husbands; a sister: Diana Sue Venable Stephens; and a brother-in-law: Bill Snyder and wife Shirley.
A funeral service for Betty Snyder Schroeder will be 11 a.m. Saturday, October 29, 2016, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora, with Ben VanHyning and Kevin Able officiating. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9-11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association, and will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a memory or condolence with the family, visit www.frankandbright.com.
May 31, 1946 - Apr 20, 2024
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We are sorry for your loss. Betty was such a nice lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rest in Peace, Betty.
My deepest sympathies for your family Betty was a beautiful person, always had a big smile and a kind word. May God be with you all at this terrible time.
Jill, Clay, Sharla and Families: We are very sorry for your loss. Your mother was a kind and generous person...a beautiful woman inside and out. All who knew her will remember her. Please know that y'all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless ❤️ RIP Betty
Jill, Clay, Sharla--My prayers are with you at this time. Betty always had a kind word and a smile on her face. There are a lot of East Drive memories with her. She will be missed.
So sorry for your loss. May God surround you with comfort
Jill, Clay & Sharla, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Jill ,Sharla and families, so sorry to hear of your Mom passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Heart felt sympathy for your loss. Prayers of comfort and embrace the wonderful family memories to Jill, Clay, Sharla and families.
Our condolences, prayers of peace and comfort for all of you.
We are so sorry for your loss. You couldn't help but smile when she was around.
Jill , Clay, Sharla our thoughts are with you and your family . Always enjoyed your Mother's sweet personality . Prayers for peace and comfort.
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Such a beautiful, happy lady has entered heaven and will make the stars shine a little brighter with that beauty and laughter. RIP-Betty Well done - here on earth!
She was a beautiful woman inside and out! Her laughter and smile warmed a room. Hugs and many prayers of comfort at this time. Betty was a jewel!
I wish to express my sympathies to the entire Snyder family....I have many fond memories of Betty and I know she will be greatly missed by her loved ones...I know you should be proud of the long and happy life she led...She was a fine lady....
Clay, Sharla, Jill and family, Betty was an amazing woman and she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Her and mom shared some great times. I'm so sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear of Betty's passing. I have such fond memories of childhood and living in our neighborhood. I spent a lot of time at your house and your Mom was always so sweet. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time.
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Jill, Clay, and Sharla- I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family.
Sorry to hear of your loss, remember her as a beautiful sweet lady. Always a smile on her face. Prayers to all your family.
Clay Jill sharla and family of Betty so sorry for your loss.She no longer has to suffer and can rest in peace. She was a very good person inside and out and had a special ❤ and she will never be forgotten have lots of special memories of her. My prayers are with you all may God be with you all in this difficult time
Betty was truly delightful. We remember her most from a dance class we took together. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and prayers of comfort for all the family.
So sorry to hear of Betty passing. I don't remember ever seeing her without a smile on her face. She has left this world but her legacy lives on. And what a wonderful legacy! Peace, love and hugs to the entire family.💛
Sharla and Jill, your mother was always such a pleasant, happy person. Wouldn't it be great if we all had that attitude about life? I know she will be missed, but I pray that God will grant you comfort and strength in the days ahead. My sincere sympathy and prayers for your family.
Clay, so sorry for your loss.
We are so sorry to hear about your mother. Now she is in a far better place. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
So sorry for your loss. Betty was a beautiful,sweet,classy woman, who was dearly loved by her sweet family and many friends. Hoping wonderful memories get you through theses sad days ahead.
Jill & Sharla, We're so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. We'll keep you and your families in our prayers and be thinking of you.
Betty was such a sweet, smiling person always!! I know you all have wonderful memories and those will be your comfort in the following days!! Prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Sharla! So sorry that your mom passed. She was a wonderful lady. And spirited women. Now lives in heaven. God bless you.
She will be missed. I loved the way she smiled at me. Rest in peace, beautiful lady! Keeping all of you in my prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
She was family even through we didn't see each other very much. I saw her more when aunt Mildred was alive. I adored her and uncle Herb. Betty and Sue were there a lot. So sorry for your loss but enjoy the memories.
Just heard about Betty she was a great lady and good neighbor they are allmeeting in heaven sorry for your loss
Our deepest sympathy to each of the family members. Betty's contagious smile will be missed greatly. Her smile would light up the room.. Prayers for each of the family members. Jill, Clay and Sharla.... Hold on to your sweet memories.
What a beautiful lady both inside and out. Your children represent everything you held dear. May all who love you find peace and comfort in knowing you are with your maker today.
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers during this difficult time.
I am so very sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a sweet and fun lady.
Jill, Clay, Sharla and families, our thoughts and prayers are, and will continue to be, for comfort and peace over the coming days for all of you. That beautiful smile and joyful attitude will be missed by so many.
So sorry for your loss!
such a lovely lady she is now in heaven dancing with the stars, as well as dancing with your dad, and playing golf she will always be in our thoughts
Thanks to your sweet mom for all the fun times! We'll just let all those good times be our best memories. May you now rest in peace Betty.
Fondly remembering Betty, a delightful lady, with a joyful, soaring spirit. During our time as neighbors on Rider Street, I remember what a great mother Betty was to her children. We pray that your treasured memories will keep you strong. Know that you are close to our hearts.
I am sorry for your loss. Prayers to comfort you all and memories to be the best of her.
Please accept my sincere condolences during this time of sorrow, and the death of your mother, my prayers are with all of you.
An absolutely wonderful woman has left this earth.........
Thinking of your family during this difficult time. God Bless!
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a very pretty lady and always had a smile on her face. She was a fun person that always made you smile and laugh. I know you will miss her dearly. Prayers for comfort and strength during this difficult time. Hugs, too.
We extend our sincere sympathies to Betty's family and many friends, she always had a smile and a kind word to spare :)
My condolences for the loss of your loved one. May you find peace and comfort in all the fond memories of Betty.
Our sympathies to you all! Betty was a wonderful person!
She was a wonderful lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Sharla and family, Your mom has left us with many wonderful memories. I will always remember her beaming smile and uplifting laugh. We had a lot of fun playing golf! She will be in our hearts forever.
Jill and Sharla...so sorry for the loss of your dear mother. Her smile lit up any room she entered. God bless you all as you cope with her passing!
Will miss her smile in the dining room in the evenings. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sharla, Jill & Clay, Sorry to hear about your mother passing. I remember most her laugh and sense of humor. She was always up in the bleachers cheering us on in whatever sport we were playing. May she rest in peace.
Sadly missed this beautiful Lady from the love she gave & her quick & funny wit.
Such a beautiful lady. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Such a good neighbor,friend,and golf partner!You will be missed!
Jill I am so very sorry for your loss, but I know it eases your heart that her pain is no more and she has gone off to a place where pain and suffering does not exist. I always thought your mom was such a beautiful woman,always dressed so pretty and had perfect hair to go along with that beautiful face. She was a beauty inside and out just like you! Sending big hugs your way!! I'll be praying for you and your family.
So very sorry God as an lovely lady with him God bless. You all..
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family members. So sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss, May God comfort you all
My sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Snyder and Schroeder families. We rejoice with you in the legacy your Dear Betty, Mother and Aunt, has left in your hearts.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers!!
Your Mother was a kind and beautiful woman and raised great children.
Betty was such beautiful lady inside and out!! She had a way of lighting up any room with her sweet sweet personality!! We will cherish the memories forever!! God Bless her family!!!
We sure will miss her. Betty was such a sweet, kind, loving happy person in life. I Kyra, can feel blessed for all the years of being around her as neighbors when I was growing up. Then when she got with my Father I was so happy for the both of them. My best friend Sharla and I grew up together like sisters, then when my Dad and Betty married we truely became step sisters. All our condolences go out to all family. Will miss her beautiful smile and laughter. I plan to cook a Julia Child receipe in remembrance of her. She always laughed heavily when I would mimic her when I came home to cook for Betty and Dad.
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