Diane and family,

We are so sorry for your loss and you all will be in our prayers.

Mike and Sue Dineen
Brookfield, Wisconsin

My sympathy goes out to Diane and his extended family.   John will also be missed by his friends at OLDP.

I remember Christine's dad very fondly. John was always fun to hang out with and quick with a joke, I forgot he was a stand-up comic, but of course he was :) 
 Never forget the time we were playing golf, it was getting dark and it was decided by Ken that we could not possibly finish ….. until John suggested we play speed golf with no golf etiquette whatsoever, just a mad dash to the 18th …. well we did finish and much to the chagrin the grounds keeper haha …

Ms. Diane,
Just wanted to say how sorry I was to read of Mr. John's passing. I don't get by the old neighborhood since mom passed away, but remember all the special times spent there. Please tell all your children how much the man upstairs must have needed someone to help put on one hell of a new years eve party next year!             Sincerely Tommy Miller

Dear Aunt Diane and Family,  Mom and Dad broke the sad news yesterday about Uncle Johnny's passing.  It's hard to imagine a world without him and his wonderful, funny stories.  He will truly be missed.  Our hearts and prayers are with you always, but especially during such a difficult time.  May you find the strength and peace and comfort of our loving Father.  Much love always, Liz

So sorry to hear about John's death.  I always did admire him.  He was friendly, he was funny and he was a very religious man.  I feel sure he is with our Lord.  Sorry I  am unable to attend the funeral.  Yvette will be there but I have to work.  Diane, I want you to know that John, yourself and the family are in my prayers,

D.J. "Dutch" Villarrubia

With our deepest sympathy.  We are so sorry for your loss, John was such a kind person. Vince Taquino & Fly.

Aunt Diane and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Uncle John is loved by so many people and I know each have beautiful thoughts and memories of him. His love was strong and his qualities undeniable. His eyes, his smile and his laugh were truly infectious. He also had a way of helping each and everyone of us through the toughest of times. (I happen to be using some of the tools he taught me at this very moment). Some of the most precious things that he instilled in me I have passed on to my children. He simply made the world a better place. His monumental donations in every aspect of our lives will always be with us. It is an honor to be able to call him my Uncle. And Aunt Diane, thank you so very much for being the generous person that you are and sharing him with us.

Diane and Family,

We send our deepest sympathy to all of you at this most sorrowful time.  May your memories bring you comfort and may the passing of time bring you the peace of Christ.  God bless you all!

Dave and Carolyn Schof

It is times like this that makes one feel guilty that we did not spend nearly enough time together.

We may not see John in this world again, but we will always remember his kind and generous friendship.

John was an inspiration to me and to all whose lives he touched.  He helped with my political career and then went on to give unselfishly of his time to serve his community on the Kenner Civil Service Board.  I could always count on his sound advice.

John was a dedicated family man, a public servant, a faithful servant to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; and most importantly to Linda and me… a true friend.

Dear Diane,
I'm very sorry to hear of your husbands passing. you and your family are in our prayers. God bless.
jeff fitzgerald

Always a dedicated parishoner who proclaimed the Scriptures reverently & with clarity as Lector.  His carpentry work adorns the Sanctuary daily.  He chaired the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults for decades.  An inspiration to us all.  Every Church should have more like him.  Well done good & faithful servant, enter into your Master's rest.  Amen. R.I.P.

My Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy for you, Diane and the family. Even though we didn't see each other a lot, when we did, it was like old times and laughs. A good friend who is truly missed. Bless this good man.

Mrs Diane, Im so sorry for your lost. Mr John and you were also so good to us, he will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Connie and Maria Lynn Roussel

John, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's death.  
Kenny Bourg (Monica's Uncle)

Diane, I am so sorry to hear of your husband's passing.  You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Diane
Please know that you have my deepest sympathy on the loss of John. I know that there is little I can say to console you but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this tragic time

Had the great pleasure of working with John in my movie "The Rest of the Oyster" (1997). He not only stole the show with an incredible (and funny) performance, but for me he will always be John "Who's your Buddy"  Broussard. Rest in Peace my friend.

Dear Diane,

Deepest sympathy from everyone at The M&L Supply Company.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
"Be still and know that I am."

With Deepest Sympathy,
Your Milnor Family

Diane please accept my and Jeans deepest sympathy.
Your friend
Danny

I could now find a greater guy to work with. Great memories.

My name is Dobie Maxwell and I am a comedian based in Chicago. I had the distinct pleasure of working with John Schnauder in Jacksonville, FL many years ago along with Shirley Hemphill of the TV show 'What's Happening?' I was just starting out then, and working with John has remained a highlight of my career and life. He was a wonderful soul, and anyone who knew him knew that. He had a fantastic charisma, and unlike most comedians he was a well rounded person away from comedy. He was a husband and father, and spoke of how proud he was of his family. I am a more typical comedian who came from a horrible family situation and used comedy to heal the pain. Had I had a father like John Schnauder, I may not have needed to be a comedian as he is everything a good father should be. I was very sad to hear of his passing, but also celebrate the life of one of my very favorite people I have ever crossed paths with. When the Saints won the Super Bowl, he was the first person I thought of and sent good vibes his way just as I do now. If there is a heaven and John Schnauder isn't in it - I don't want to go. Peace and deepest sympathies to his family, friends and fans. RIP Silver Fox! You are not forgotten.

My deepest sympathies to Diane and her family.   God bless you all

Mrs. Schnauder and Family,

Anna and I are very saddened to hear of the loss your family has experienced. Although we did not know John well, we know that only a man of decency and compassion could raise a daughter as caring as Christine. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

With condolences,
Robert Gonzales & Anna Oleskiewicz

Dearest Diane, 
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Your Milnor family is here for you. Sincerely, Katie

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Joyce and Bob Adam

He was such a gentleman, his presence will be missed at OLDP.

Diane and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara Anselmo Chifici

Greg and family
Hold tight to memories for comfort,
lean on your friends for strength,
and always remember how much you are cared about.

your family at World/Wrist Ship Supply

My heart goes out to you and your family. Be Strong  GOD BLESS

Miss Diane, John, Matt, Christine, Steve and Greg, I can't begin to tell you how sad I am for your loss. All of you guys are like my own family in so many ways. I learned so much from this wonderful man. He performed the inspection of my first home. He taught me the ropes as a Eucharistic minister at OLDP long ago. I will never forget the experience of the first men's retreat when he served as mc. I was present for his comedy before I even knew your family. The thoughts and prayers of our entire family are with all of you. I know there's a lot more laughter in heaven today.
Doug Schof and family.

Our thoughts & prayers are with y'all, Mike!  God bless you and your family in your time of sorrow!    Ray & Christine

John, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Beth and Barry

Dear PAWPAW,
     I really appreciate everything you have ever done for me . I'm sad that you are gone , but happy you are not in pain . I hope you do we'll in heaven with your mother and sisters and I will see you there soon . I love you and tell all of the folks up there I said hi and that I love them . You were a really awesome pawpaw and I know  my dad and brothers and myself will see you there soon . I wish you the best and I will always love you a lot I miss you :( !!!!!!!

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.  May your memories bring you comfort.

Deepest and warmest condolences from my family to yours. Loss is hard, but he was needed above. He isn't gone, just looking from a better view now. Let us know if any of you need anything. 
Shivas Gilotra & Family

 Diane and family;  I saw Charlie this afternoon and he told me of John's passing. He was a wonderful guy, one that I called a friend.  I will always remember him, when I was his barber and he would be touring all over doing one of the things he loved, being a Comic. I couldn't wait until his next appointment because he always had a new joke to tell me of which I would tell the rest of my clients. He was also a Christian so the jokes he told were never off-color.  He proved you don't have to talk dirty to be a Comic.
Jo Ann and I will keep you in our prayers during this difficult time.
God Bless you and your family.
Steve and Jo Ann Roloff

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John Vernon Schnauder Jr.

22 March, 1932 – 24 January, 2013

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