Cynthia Sue Schnell, 72 of Hanna, IN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. She was born April 10, 1952, in Green Bay, WI, to the late Alvin and Verna (Heisler) Ott, Sr. Cindy made her career as a nurse for 52 years, beginning at the hospital in Two Rivers, WI, then working with Dr. Weiss and Dr. Mazurek in Valparaiso, and most recently with Dr. Feria in Wanatah. When she wasn’t working, you could find Cindy maintaining her yard and flower garden, or spending time with her beloved cats, dogs, and horses. She also enjoyed taking camping trips with her husband, Don, her involvement at Grace Chapel, and being part of their home bible study group. Above all, family meant the most to Cindy, especially her children and grandchildren. She will be remembered for her selfless nature and caring heart. Cindy will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
On June 24, 1972, in Forest Junction, WI, Cindy married the love of her life, Don Schnell, who survives, along with their children: Adam (Lorie) Schnell of Des Moines, IA, and Vanessa (Aaron) Weber of Lakeville, IN; grandchildren: Jenna, Austin, Levi, and Macy Schnell, and Brielle and Claire Weber; siblings: Alvin Ott, Debbie Koch, and Lori (Jack) Larson.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Grace Chapel, 157 Lafayette St., Valparaiso, IN, with a funeral service beginning at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Hanna Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Grace Chapel.
GUESTBOOK
I'm so sorry for your loss. May God carry you through this difficult time. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you all. I want to share that it has been my privilege to work beside Cindy thru the years. Her knowledge and wisdom where invaluable. Her faith unwavering. She was loyal and hard working. I'm a better person for knowing her. She gave the gift of laughter and joy. Many days at work didn't feel like work at all. She will be deeply missed. -Julie Kutch
Vanessa, Aaron & girls plus the Schnell family, So sorry to hear of your loss of your beautiful Mom & grandmother. Your memories are a gift that will hold her in your hearts forever. Our sincere condolences. -Mike & Carol Bradley
I worked with and became friends with Cindy when we worked at the Two Rivers Hospital. Cindy had such a kind and gentle soul. My sympathy to your family. -Carol Kamyszek
Our sympathy and prayers to your family. We met Cindy as a nurse at Dr Weiss's office and we were happy she was then at Dr Feria's. She was such a wonderful and sweet person. We are so sorry for your loss, -Drue and Diane McClanahan
I send you my sincere sympathy in the passing of Cynthia. She always gave my elderly mother and me great care as we visited Dr. Weiss. She was reassuring and had just the right words to help us. May you find comfort as time passes knowing she is with our Lord. -Sharon K. Harris
We extend our sympathy to you and your family on the passing of Cindy. We will keep you in our prayers, -Lyle and Sharon Ott
I just heard the news of Cindy's passing. My heart is so heavy and my thoughts and prayers go out to all her family and friends. I adored seeing Cindy everytime I had an appointment with Dr. Feria. Cindy was the sweetest woman and I can still hear her calling me "honey" multiple times as we chit chatted before my appointments. She was such a joy to talk to. I will truly miss seeing her as she was such a bright light in the office. Sending big hugs to everyone at Dr. Feria's and to her family. -Shawna Sabo
