Ulrich J. "U.J." Schneider's obituary , Passed away on May 31, 2025 in Pontiac, Illinois

Ulrich J. "U.J." Schneider

March 9, 1928 - May 31, 2025 (97 years old)

Pontiac, Illinois

Ulrich J. "U.J." Schneider's obituary , Passed away on May 31, 2025 in Pontiac, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ruestman-Harris Funeral Home

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Ulrich J. "U.J." Schneider

March 9, 1928 - May 31, 2025 (97 years old)

Pontiac, Illinois

Ulrich J. Schneider Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Ulrich J. Schneider of Pontiac, Illinois, who passed away on May 31, 2025, at the age of 97, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ulrich J. Schneider to show support.

As Ulrich J. departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Ulrich J. may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Ulrich J. leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Schneider and Rose Schneider (Hindert). He is survived by: his wife Ruth of Goldwater Care; and his children, Bill, Cathy, Kay, Nancy and Karen. He is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, June 10th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Patrick Catholic Church (420 E 6th St, Minonk, IL 61760). The inurnment will be held on Tuesday, June 10th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery - Minonk Thomas (420 E 6th St, Minonk, IL 61760).

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made for Mass intentions or to the charity of the donor's choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ruestman-Harris Funeral Home



Tue

June 10

Funeral Mass

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

St. Patrick Catholic Church
420 E 6th St, Minonk, IL 61760

Tue

June 10

Inurnment

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery - Minonk Thomas
420 E 6th St, Minonk, IL 61760

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