Rev. Dr. Thomas M. Schneider

Newton- Schneider, Rev. Dr. Thomas Milton – Peacefully passed away August 26, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.  Thomas was born November 11, 1937 in Wichita, Ks. to Louis F. and Hannah F. (Hancock) Schneider. Tom along with his wife’s support  served as Pastor at many different churches over his life long career for the United Methodist Church at such places as Leon, Ks.; University Church In Wichita, Ks.; Johnson, Ks.; Sublette, Ks.; Goodland, Ks.; Concordia District Superintendent; Hesston, Ks.; and as a staff member at the United Methodist Conference Office.

On August 14, 1965 he married Phyllis Anna Romig in Sedalia, Mo. They recently celebrated their 53rd anniversary, she survives of the home. Other survivors include 2 sons Steve and wife Nancy of Sublette, Ks; Jon and wife Dedre of Liberal, Ks. and 3 grandchildren Ashlee; Scott; and Casen. He is preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Friday, August 31, 2018 at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church. A private family burial is scheduled for a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Camp Lakeside in Scott City or Pass the Torch Kansas Area United Methodist Church Foundation Inc. Petersen Funeral Home is  in charge of arrangements.www.petersenfuneralhome@yahoo.com