Raymond Albert Schneider

Raymond Albert Schneider, 83, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2011. He was a native of Buffalo, New York, and a resident of Newport News for 8 years. Mr. Schneider was an electrical engineer contractor and retired in 1990 after working with Dupont for 15 years and later for Buffalo Electric Co. for 22 years.

Raymond served honorably as a fire controlman in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was a deacon of Randall Memorial Baptist Church and the Buffalo Christian Center. He graduated from the University of Buffalo, specializing in mechanical engineering. Raymond was proud to be a part of the installation of the lights for the Lake Placid Olympics.

Raymond is preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Ruth H. Schneider; son, Mark A. Schneider; and parents, Albert W. and Emma N. Schneider. He is survived by his son, David W. Schneider and his wife, Jeanne; grandchildren, Jared D. and Benjamin R. Schneider; and sister, Lorraine Bridwell.

The family will receive guests from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2011 at Perna, Dengler, Roberts Funeral Home. A celebration of Raymond's life will be held Saturday, May 28 at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home, with a private interment to follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery, in Buffalo, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Buffalo Christian Center or Randall Memorial Baptist Church.

Arrangements are under the care of Perna, Dengler, Roberts Funeral Home, 1671 Maple Rd., Williamsville, NY 14221.