Metamora – Carol Lynn Schneider, 68 of Metamora, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020. She was born on December, 15, 1951 in Peoria to Richard and A. Geraldine Marchand. She married Bruce Schneider on October 3, 1992 in Groveland, he survives.
Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Marchand and A. Geraldine Marchand-Hughes.
Carol attended Peoria High School, graduating in 1969. It was during high school that Carol would meet and become great friends with a core group of girls that were known as Spread. In later years they would change their name and go by The YaYa’s. This group of girls showed true devotion to one another and created deep friendships that spanned 50 years. These friendships meant the world to Carol. Anyone who knew Carol, knew you didn’t mess with her YaYa’s or her time with them. Carol especially enjoyed their annual trips to the Ozark’s.
Carol was employed for many years with Komatsu Mining Company in payroll. After leaving she thought she we would be done working but soon found a new job as secretary to the principal of Germantown Hills Elementary school. This job led to her most endearing position Latch Key Director. This was a true passion position for Carol. She treasured being able to work with the young children. Helping them to unlock their talents, helping them to start to find out who they will be and helping to guide them along the way. This was a great honor for her. Carol also made many great friends while working at the school.
Carol was a strong Christian and attended Great Oaks Community Church where she was active in the Figg Life Group, whom she loved dearly.
Carol was an avid reader, enjoyed doing Sudoku puzzles, knitting, making floral arrangements , being creative and most importantly spending time with her family.
In addition to her husband, Carol is survived by her children, Melissa (Tim) Johnson and John Arnold; step-children, Cheryl (Patrick) Stark, Tina (Dave) Schaffer, and Lori (Brad) Wood; grandchildren, Makenzie Robbins, Grant (Jordan) Wood, Garrett Wood, Mollie Wood, Maddie Schaffer, and Karli Schaffer; siblings, Dave Marchand, Becky (Chuck) Gabbert, Joanne (Jeff) Lueders, Mark (Stacy) Marchand, and Chris (Linda) Marchand; and many nieces and nephews.
Carol’s service will be private. Burial will take place in Swan Lake Memory Gardens in Peoria. Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel in Peoria is handling arrangements.
Memorials can be made to The Alzheimer Organization.
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