Sharon Ann Schnieders, aged 66, passed away on September 23, 2024, in Saint Louis, Missouri. Born on August 28, 1958, Sharon grew up attending St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School and Oakville High School before furthering her education at South County Technical. She dedicated many years to Gershenson Construction Company, managing Accounts Payable with diligence and care.
Sharon’s life was shaped by her roles as a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, great aunt, and dear friend. She was known for her kind and caring personality and her amazing smile. Sharon found joy in shopping, loved lighthouses, and cherished spending time with her family, creating lasting memories with those she loved. Sharon also bravely battled breast cancer for the last years of her life, never complaining about the disease that befell her.
She was a faithful member of St. Anthony of Padua Church in High Ridge, Missouri, where her funeral services will be held. Visitation is scheduled from 8:30 to 10:00 AM on September 28th, followed by a funeral mass from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Sharon will be laid to rest at Park Lawn Cemetery.
Sharon is survived by her Mother, Barbara (nee Leistner) Gerik; Grandson, Riley Schnieders; Sons, Matthew (Rachael) Schnieders and Justin Schnieders; and Siblings, Karen (Greg) Deer, Michael Gerik, Sandy (nee Gerik) Reed, Nancy Gerik, Donna (Michael) Flanigan, David Gerik , and Paula (Todd) Immekus. She was preceded in death by her father, Jerry Gerik.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Sharon’s memory may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation https://www.komen.org/, honoring her courageous battle with cancer. Sharon’s legacy of love, courage, and kindness will forever be cherished and remembered by those who knew her.
My mom was the most wonderful person I’ve ever met. She had the biggest heart, and she was so funny! Even though she had cancer, you would have never guessed it, because she never complained or said why me! She was so strong, and she fought all the way until the end. Not only was she my Mom, but she was my best friend! I’m gonna miss her so, so much, and not a day will go by that I don’t think about her. Until we meet again Mom.
Love,
Your Juddy Buddy Boo Boo
Jan, We are so sorry about the passing of your Sister Peggy. I can’t imagine how sad to lose a sibling and best friend. Our prayers for you and all your family.
John and Jane P
We are so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers 🙏 go out to all of you.
The Edwards Family
Stephanie Edwards
To the Schnieders and Gerik families, very sorry for the loss of Sharon. We won’t be able to make it today but prayers to all of you from Teddy & Kim Bacott, God Bless 🙏🏻