Sandi Lynn Schneider

Sandi Lynn (Livesay) Schneider was born on September 28, 1965, in Denver, CO to her Parents Rosa (Easter) Livesay and Donald Ray Livesay. Sandi was a beloved Mother, Sister, Aunt, Grandmother, and Friend to so many. Sandi passed away peacefully at her home on October 16, 2025, in Fruita, Colorado, with her loving, gentle giants, Kash and Roxi.

Survived by her children: Robert M. Schneider, Kathlynn Blatnik (Matthieu Esses-Blatnik), Joseph Schneider, and Richard Schneider, Grandchildren, Avery Blatnik, Alexis Blatnik and Stella Rose Blatnik. Nieces: Heather Macklberg (Joe Heideman), Stephanie Dial, Kristine Love (Jeffrey). Great-Nieces Bellea Medina-Love and Abie Love. Great-Nephew Jaxxon Dial and Alex Love. Brother, Timothy Livesay (Valorie), Sister, Vicki Macklberg (Allen), Brother-in-laws, Ronald Macklberg (Staci), Robert D. Schneider (Carol), David Arabie, and her Sister-in-law, Norma Schneider. Preceded in death by her Mother, Rosa (Easter) Livesay; Father, Donald Ray Livesay; Sister Kathleen Arabie (David) and Nephew Justin Dial (Stephanie).

Sandi graduated in 1984 from West High School and furthered her education by completing her associate’s degree at Red Rocks Community College. Sandi was the heart and soul of our family; she will be dearly missed.

Sandi was a strong, independent woman —a caring person full of love and inspiration, with so much courage. She loved her family very much and would have done anything for them. Sandi's love and devotion to her family ignited a passion and commitment to everyone she touched. She worked tirelessly, balancing three jobs at Denver Human Services, Target, and Avon, and as a nurturing parent to provide for her family. Demonstrating her remarkable strength.

Sandi retired from Denver Human Services in 2020 and relocated to her dream home in Fruita, Colorado. Sandi's creative spirit soared through her passion for photography, capturing life's precious moments and preserving memories that will be cherished for generations to come. Though her time with us was cut short, Sandi's legacy lives on, reminding us to cherish every moment, live with courage, and inspire others to do the same.

Join us this Spring as we celebrate the extraordinary life of Sandi. Winter’s thaw brings forth a tapestry of color as trees bud and flower bloom. A season of transformation and growth. Don’t miss this heartwarming tribute.