Schneider, Mark G.

Mark G. Schneider, 82, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, of East Hartford passed away peacefully in his home on June 9, 2022 surrounded by his family. Son to the late Michael and Mary Schneider, Mark was born in New Britain and attended Stanley Elementary, Nathan Hale Jr. High and New Britain High Schools. He enlisted in the United States Army at the age of 18. He was employed at Cushman Industries in Hartford and retired from Micron Industries in Berlin as a machinist. Mark was married to the love of his life, Irene, for 46 years. His family was always important to him and he adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His memory was profound. He loved to reminisce about his childhood and the time he served in the Army. After his first parachute jump in 1970, he was hooked on skydiving and was a member of the United

States Parachute Association. One of his stories included a parachute malfunction that he lived to tell about. We loved all of his stories. Along with his love for parachuting, he was a Pittsburgh Steelers fan. In addition to his parents, Mark is predeceased by his brothers Gerald and David Schneider. In addition to his wife, Irene (Bragdon) Schneider, Mark is survived by his sister Nancy Fitzgibbons and brother Phillip Schneider. His children and their spouses: John and Jenny Schneider, Elaine and Tom Fancher, and his son Mark Schneider II. His grandchildren and their spouses: Michael Banning, Brittany Schneider, Mark and Stephanie Schneider, and Nate Schneider. His greatgrandchildren: Samuel, Mia, Aden, and Hope, along with numerous nieces and nephews. At his request, no service will be held. Newkirk and Whitney Funeral

Home, East Hartford has been entrusted with arrangements. He will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mark's name to St. Jude

Children's Research Hospital at www.StJude.com/ Donate. For an online memorial, please visit www. NewkirkAndWhitney.com.