Mr. Schenider was my band director in junior high and again in college. Especially in the early years, his passion for music and patience in working with young people played a significant part in fostering a lifelong appreciation for music in me, especially band music. The role he, and his wife Delia, had in my life is immeasurable. My heartfelt sympathies to his family.

Mr Shneider taught me three things in the short time I spent as his student. 

The first, was that if you have a talent and don't use it, you have no talent at all. You have talk. You aren't a musician if no one hears you play.

The second is, that talent does not compensate for work. Work involves being vulnerable, being wrong, and learning over time. But work must never end.

The third was: Every success, every mistake, every accomplishment or moment of doubt, must be shared with everyone around you. Love, humility and being oneself are the things that make life beautiful. Everyone flies, and everyone falls.  Mr Scneider flew high.

I have quoted Mr Shneider to more people than I can count. I have been espousing his philosophies to artists, musicians, construction workers, office managers, bus drivers and bums since I left his classes at age 22. His mark on myself has proven indelible

I am thankful for every moment spent with this incredible person.

I wish his family the best. Thoughts and prayers:)

In 1965, Della started me on trumpet in elementary school. Two years later, I had Paul for band at GJJHS. At the end of the year, he asked two of us trumpet players if we would be willing to switch to horn and start taking lessons from Marion Jacobs. If so, he'd put us in the upper band the next year (8th grade) where he needed horns. That started my horn playing, and in my Senior year at GJHS, I auditioned and won a music scholarship to attend DU, majoring in business, but playing in the band and orchestra there. I owe that  start to Paul. It was great to eventually be able to play with him in GJSO and some other groups. He was a great musician, great man, and great conductor. He will be missed by many of us. Prayers to Della and the family.

Am thinking of Della, Chad, and Eric at this sad time.  Paul inspired hundreds of	 students to achieve their potential, and had a great influence on his community and fellow teachers. I am so grateful for the Viscount reunion we had last April in Greeley, and will always have the memory of Paul there with us. Paul was the best man at my wedding, and a best friend forever.  

Gary Browning

Lit a candle in memory of Paul Gene SCHNEIDER

Mr. Schneider always had a twinkle in his eye, when he would glance over at us drummers in GJ Junior High Band.  He always knew when we were up to our mischief.  It is with the fondest of memories that I send my heartfelt sympathy.  He was a favorite teacher of mine........................Becky (Hammond) Lanzisera

There are no words to express the thanks I owe this man.  He is a good part of why I became a music educator and eventually a counselor.  His love and compassion not only for music but for his students was incomparable.  
Boss, I keep saying this over and over....you were my teacher, my mentor, my colleague, and most importantly my friend.  
Keep the music going on high!

Thirty some odd years ago Paul got me started in the GJ music community when I moved here from Pueblo.  Paul was also responsible for schooling me in what musicians I needed to start up my 10-piece band here on the Western Slope.  Paul was one of the best lead alto sax players I have had the pleasure to work with.  Paul touched the musical lives of many and will be sorely missed.  Prayers for Paul and his family.

In the music business, you don't meet many people who can do it all. Paul was comfortable in a Classical ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Jazz band, Rock band, Country and Playing the Blues, and even a Polka now and then.
One of the first persons I met when I came to Grand Junction, and after 36 years a part of me has gone away as well.
A master teacher, Paul enriched the lives of thousands. And turned out quite a few professional musicians as well.
To the Schneider Family, Kathy and send all our Love.

One of the kindest gentlemen I ever knew. Highly respected by his peers in music.  During a one on one lunch with Paul he referred to himself as a ""big fish in a little pond"" which of course was followed with a chuckle.  He was referring to the music career he carved out for himself in Grand Junction.  Well Sir, this pond was all that much better for your choice to swim in it.  Merlin Zimmet

OBITUARY

Paul Gene Schneider

July 20, 1940 – February 4, 2017

Callahan-Edfast Mortuary & Crematory

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