Died Thursday February 1, 2018 at Methodist Hospital in Omaha
Jean was born February 21, 1944 in Adams, Nebraska to Harvey and Ethel Parde. She was raised in Beatrice and graduated from Beatrice High School in 1962. She married Robert Schneck on August 19, 1962 and together they raised four children.
Jean was dedicated to the quiet service and comfort of others. A Beloved wife, mother and grandmother. As the wife of a pastor, she served alongside him in various churches, working with youth. Jean was a two-time cancer survivor, which led her to introduce the 'Look Good Feel Better' program, a part of the American Cancer Society, to Fremont. She volunteered at Care Corps Homeless Shelter, Midland University Arboretum, and the Lutheran Family Services Respite program, as well as with many church women's Circles through the years. She enjoyed children so much that she also volunteered at St. Paul's School Library, Peace Lutheran VBS and Good Friday Camp. She was a member of Spinners Web and enjoyed spinning and weaving as well as sewing. She was part of First Lutheran's quilting group. She worked at the Presbyterian Church in Beatrice, Dodge County Memorial Hospital (now Fremont Health), Midland University, and JC Penneys in Fremont. She looked forward to friends and family stopping by for cookies, coffee and tea.
In December of 2003 Bob and Jean joined St. Paul's Lutheran Church north of Arlington.
Survived by
Husband Robert of Fremont
Children Mark and wife Diane Schneck of Hooper
Jim Schneck of Denver, CO.
Kathy and husband Dave Kirby of Fremont
5 Grandchildren
Brother Les and wife Rosie Parde of Fremont
Sisters-in-law Esther Schneck of Wappingers Falls, NY.
Wendy Schneck of Kingston, NY
Jean was preceded by a son Paul Robert in 1975.
The funeral will be 10:00am Tuesday at St. Paul's Lutheran Church north of Arlington. Burial will follow in the St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 3pm to 8pm with the family present from 6pm to 8pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. Memorials to St. Paul's Lutheran School Library and to the Jean Schneck Honorary Community Service Fund (C/O Fremont Community Foundation).
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(16)
Dan&Connie Scherling
DeWitt, NE Friday, February 9, 2018 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!Galen & Bev Plihal
DeWitt, NE Thursday, February 8, 2018 So sorry about your loss. Nice picture of Jean and just like she looked when you were all in DeWitt. She was always such a positive person. Thinking of you all at this difficult time, Galen & BevKent and Nancy Wilson
Beatrice, NE Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Sad to learn of Jean's passing. We knew her through her parents Harvey and Ethel. Did meet her when her parents moved to Fremont. May you find comfort in your memories, With SympathyKent and Nancy
Arlyn & Elaine Parde
DeWitt, NE Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Our condolences to all of you on the loss of your loved one. Jean was a special person who will be greatly missed. We especially remember all the times she took care of our daughters Lisa & Michelle. May the Lord give you comfort in this time of sorrow.Lori (Walker) Blaskey
Des Moines, IA Monday, February 5, 2018 Schneck family, I am so sorry to hear of Jean's passing. I have fond memories of her during my time spent as a work study assistant in Admissions. You have my heartfelt sympathy. -Lori (Walker) Blaskey, MLC class of 1996.Edie Strong
Fremont, NE Monday, February 5, 2018 My sincere sympathy to Pastor Bob, Mark and the rest of her family. Jean was a very special and caring friend.Edie Strong
Fremont, NE Monday, February 5, 2018 My sincere sympathy to Pastor Bob, Mark & the rest of the family. Jean was a very dear and special lady.Clarice Christensen Magnuson
Fremont, NE Monday, February 5, 2018 My sincere condolences to Bob and family . Jean and I began our friendship long ago at Bluffs Trinity Lutheran Church NW of Fremont. Jean could warm your heart with a smile or positive greeting like no other. She faced adversities with a positive manner and always trust in the Lord. Blessings to you all as you remember her in your own special way as those of us do , not to be forgotten.Fondly, Clarice
Sharon Haag Larsen
West Palm Beach, FL Monday, February 5, 2018 My sympathies to all of the family.CARL and MJ Sojka
NEWMAN GROVE, NE Monday, February 5, 2018 We send our condolences to you, Bob, Jim, Mark, Kathy and families. We enjoyed knowing Jean and are thinking and praying for all of you.Sharon Prell
Runaway Bay, TX Monday, February 5, 2018 I was so sorry to hear of Jean's passing. She was a wonderful person and always seemed to display a sense of peace and grace. I worked at the hospital when she did and I knew her when I was a member of First Lutheran Church. My prayers to her family.cindy hinkel
fremont, NE Monday, February 5, 2018 a true Lady in every sense, I worked with Jean at Midland , one ex. of her kindness, being a cancer survivor herself, when she heard I was trying to find someone to make a little quilt for a family relative ( a child of 5) going thru her own journey, she quickly volunteered to make it, all I had to do was bring the fabric., that child is now grown and in the medical field, but her quilt goes wherever she goes! what a selfless act of giving, caring and friendship. her kindness and gentleness will never be forgotten. "well done, good and faithful servant"..Gods Blessing and comfort to her familyJim & Karen Johns
Tecumseh, NE Sunday, February 4, 2018 We were so sorry to hear of Jean's death. You have our sincere sympathy. We fondly remember your time at Zion near Johnson. You remain in our thoughts and prayers.Jim & Karen
Claire Smutz
Fremont, NE Sunday, February 4, 2018 Jean and I go way back. She worked for me at the hospital for years and then together at J C P. Very kind person, one of the hardest workers, always so positive even during all her health problems I have ever met. Heaven just gain an awesome angel. RIP Jean.. You will be missed by many. Prayers and thoughts to the family.Gregg Kupfer
Omaha, NE Sunday, February 4, 2018 Worked with Jean at Midland in the early 90's. Not a friendlier person on earth. Was the last person I spoke to when I left Midland in the mid 90's. She was a very caring person and made the world a little friendlier. Say hi to my brother Pud. Respectfully-Gregg KupferMary Hendrickson
Fremont, NE Saturday, February 3, 2018 It was an honor to know Jean, an inspiration to all . My heart and prayers to her family