Louis Schneider, 97, of Bismarck, passed away on July 2, 2026.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 AM, on Monday, July 13, 2026 at Church of St. Anne, 1321 Braman Ave, Bismarck, ND.

Visitation will be held from 2:00-4:00 PM, on Sunday, July 12, at Parkway Funeral Service, 2330 Tyler Parkway, Bismarck. A rosary/vigil service will begin at 4:00PM.

Burial will be held at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, Mandan.

Louis M. Schneider was born on July 25, 1928, in Hannah, North Dakota. He was raised on the family farm, where he developed the strong work ethic and quiet determination that would guide him throughout his life. Following his graduation from Hannah High School, Louie helped on the family farm until he was drafted into the Army in 1951.

The summer of 1950 changed Louie's life when he met "the one," Jean Rosenberger, at a Fourth of July dance. Their romance continued through heartfelt letters while Louie served in the military and Jean pursued her nursing education. Louis attended school at Wahpeton completing his training as a plumber. Their love endured the distance, and on May 12, 1954, they were united in marriage. Together they built a beautiful life centered on faith, family, and devotion to one another.

In the early years of their marriage, Louie worked as a plumber while Jean worked as a nurse. In 1955, they moved to Calvin, where they began farming and made their home until retiring from the farm in 1988. During those early years, Louie also installed the plumbing for much of Calvin and many of the surrounding communities, leaving a lasting mark on the area through his skilled craftsmanship. Early retirement years were spent in Langdon, ND, Lillian, AL, and later Bismarck, ND.

Together, Louie and Jean built a life rooted in hard work, faith, and devotion to one another. Their partnership was one of unwavering love and support, and together they raised three children: Barb, Teresa, and Kent.

Louie and Jean shared an extraordinary 71 years of marriage, creating a legacy of love that continues through their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Louis is survived by his children, Barb (Perry) Thomas, Teresa (Dave) Bawden, and Kent (Renae) Schneider; seven grandchildren: Katie, Becca, Greta, Michael, David, Tommy, and Marlee; and 18 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jean; and he was the last living member of the Ray and Elise Schneider family.