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1934 - 2014
 Nancy Lorraine Schoenfelder, age 80, longtime Greenville resident, died Sunday morning, August 17, 2014 in Grand Rapids. She was born June 7, 1934 in Kent City, the daughter of Raymond and Dorothy (Holben) Killion. Nancy graduated as valedictorian of the W.K. Kellogg High School in Middleville, class of 1952. She went on to earn an Executive Secretarial Diploma from Davenport Institute in Grand Rapids. On April 4, 1959, she married Kenneth Otto Schoenfelder. She was employed at Link-Belt Company in Grand Rapids, and then at North Ottawa Community Hospital in Grand Haven before the family moved to Greenville. There she served as Executive Secretary to the Superintendent of Greenville Public Schools. She enjoyed reading, needlework, and cooking. She was a longtime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. She especially loved spending time with her family, and will be deeply missed, especially by her husband of 55 years, Kenneth of Greenville; sons, Rodney (Barbara) Schoenfelder of Minnesota, Donald (Bernadette) Schoenfelder of Cody, WY, Mark (Gwen) Schoenfelder of Greenville, and Gregory (Brenda) Schoenfelder of Minnesota; ten grandchildren; and sisters, Eleanor Schenkel of Jackson, MI and Roseanne Killion of Grand Rapids. She was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, William Schenkel; and sisters-in-law, Elaine Schoenfelder, Lois Schoenfelder, and Harriet Schoenfelder. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, August 20, 2014 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Rev. Betsy Kamphuis officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Hurst Funeral Home. Private interment will be in Idlewild Cemetery near Kent City. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the St. Paul Lutheran Church Bell Tower Fund. |
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There are currently 16 condolences.
Cindy (Jensen) Tomeo
Monday September 1, 2014 at
1:36 PM
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I was very sad to hear about Nancy's death. I will be forever grateful that we all got together at Mall of America (Bubba Gump Shrimp restaurant) for dinner and later to the hotel to visit and talk genealogy. I will treasure that time and those memories in my heart forever!!! Heartfelt sympathy is being sent your way!
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Skeet Slocum
Friday August 22, 2014 at
3:31 PM
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Nancy was a dear sweet lady looking out for those in need. I first met her when I was on the Board of Education, and she was Elmer Russel's executive secretary. She always had a kind smile and had a gift for reading people and what they needed. She made my work as a trustee so easy and the transitions smooth. She raised a wonderful family, and she was so proud of each of you. Through the years since we've had many treasured conversations. I'm so proud to have known her and will never forget the lessons she taught me. May she rest in peace. God bless you all.
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Tom Pridgeon
Thursday August 21, 2014 at
8:08 AM
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So sorry to hear about Nancy. She was my executive secretary when I was hired as superintendent. She was bright and energetic and could get a lot done in a short time. She made my transition to the district very smooth. My sympathies to Ken and the family. She was a good one!
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RUTH AND EARL
Wednesday August 20, 2014 at
1:57 PM
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ken we are sorry to read of nancy passing our thoughts are with you
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Don and Becki Haist
Wednesday August 20, 2014 at
1:11 PM
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Dear Ken and Family, We want to extend our sincere sympathy. She is at peace now. She and Don had a connection, both liked Young and the Restless. She kept him supplied with Soap Digest...He enjoyed days at the old board of education office.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Lyn Van Haften-Scholten
Tuesday August 19, 2014 at
10:49 PM
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So sorry to hear about Nancy's passing. My mom Ruth would share stories with us about Nancy and Rosey. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
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Jon and Joyce Wise
Tuesday August 19, 2014 at
10:00 PM
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We were sorry to hear of Nancy's passing, Ken. You were good neighbors to my mother for several years, and she always appreciated Nancy's telephone calls.
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Nancy Woodwyk ( McDonald)
Tuesday August 19, 2014 at
8:17 PM
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Sorry for your loss Its been so very long I was your neighbor on Jefferson 40 years ago wonderful Wife and Mother
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Nancy Woodwyk ( McDonald)
Tuesday August 19, 2014 at
8:14 PM
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The Uhnavy's
Tuesday August 19, 2014 at
4:19 PM
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We are deeply saddened to learn of your loss. Though there arent adequate words, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob, Rich & Dick Uhnavy
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Christine Kohn
Tuesday August 19, 2014 at
1:22 PM
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Ken, we are so saddened to learn of the passing of Nancy. Knowing her struggles in recent years, may you find some peace & solace in knowing that she is now in God's arms. Keeping you & your family close to our hearts & in our prayers.... Tom & Chris
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The Stockey family
Tuesday August 19, 2014 at
11:21 AM
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Rod, Barb and family. We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our sincere condolences during this sad time.
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Larry & Susan Anstett
Tuesday August 19, 2014 at
11:05 AM
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Ken & family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Enjoy your many memories.
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Kelly Ross
Tuesday August 19, 2014 at
10:38 AM
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Mark, Gwen & family, sorry to hear of your loss. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
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Candace (Jaehnig) Larkin
Monday August 18, 2014 at
6:58 PM
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Ken, Mark and family, I was sorry to hear about Nancy. She was invaluable to me when I was learning the election process for Eureka Township. My sincere condolences to all of you.
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Kathy Athey
Monday August 18, 2014 at
4:45 PM
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I am deeply saddened to read that Nancy has passed. We worked together for years at GPS. She was a wonderful person who cared deeply for her children. My condolences to her family.
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