Rita Schneider, age 65, formerly of Kiel, died peacefully July, 6, 2016 at Orchard Manor in Lancaster.

Rita was born on March 9, 1951 in Kiel, daughter of the late Henry E and Rose (Wendel) Schneider.

Survivors include her sister: Dianne Luchterhand, Kiel, sister-in-law: Lynda Schneider, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters, Mary Jane Schneider, Elaine Schneider, two brothers: Allen and Richard.

Private family services were held. Rita was laid to rest at Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery, School Hill.