Stephen "Steve" James Schneider

Stephen "Steve" James Schneider, age 78, of Wauseon, passed away on February 22, 2026, in his home. Steve was a math teacher at Wauseon Schools and Sara’s Garden for over 55 years.

Steve was born on April 12, 1947, in Dayton, to the late Marcel and Bernitta (Schwartz) Schneider. He graduated from Wauseon High School, and later graduated with his bachelor's and master's degrees from Bowling Green State University. At BGSU, he was member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, of which he still participated in alumni events. On July 14, 1972, Steve married the love of his life, Jessica (Durban), and she survives. Steve’s family was the center of his life, and he loved being a proud dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa. Steve was a wrestling, football, and baseball coach in Wauseon for many years. Steve was a current Wauseon city council member and was a board member for the Wauseon Athletic Hall of Fame. With his love of Wauseon Athletics, he was proud to be a gold card member, earning him lifetime entrance to all things Wauseon Athletics. His joy in life was teaching, continuing to be an educator even into retirement. Steve lead Jets Club for almost 20 years and enjoyed sharing educational trips and experiences with his students. He enjoyed puzzles of all kinds, including Sudoku and jigsaw puzzles. He had many other interests, including baking chocolate chip cookies that he handed out to everyone, caring for animals and wildlife in his yard, and his old fashioned western books, donating them to the senior center after he finished reading. His dog, Snickers, was a huge part of his life, often referred to as his "Buddy". 

Surviving Steve is his wife, Jessica of Wauseon; daughter, Stephanie Trejo of Middletown, Ohio; son, Joe (Morgan) Schneider of Cincinnati; grandchildren, Jake (Madison) Trejo; Maddie Trejo; and Henry Schneider; and great-granddaughter, Sofia Trejo. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and his beloved dog, Snickers. Steve was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Charles "Chuck" (Arlene) Schneider.

Visitation for Steve will take place on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 3pm to 7pm, at the St. Caspar Catholic Church of Wauseon. A funeral mass will take place on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 11am, with Rev. Todd Dominique officiating. Burial will be private at the St. Caspar Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Sara's Garden or the Fulton County Humane Society. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.grisierfh.com. The Edgar-Grisier Funeral Home of Wauseon is honored to serve the Schneider family.

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