Paul A. Schmeider, Jr.

Paul Andrew Schmeider Jr., passed away peacefully Septemeber 12, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, cherished by his family and friends.

Paul was born on June 27, 1946, to Paul, Sr. and Dorothy Edwards Schmeider. The oldest of six children, Paul grew up learning the value of family, hard work, and responsibility-qualities that remained with him throughout his life.

He graduated from Knoch High School, served his country in the Army, and  worked as a welder for Allegheny Ludlum for 40 years. 

Paul was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Sarver, where his faith and church family were an important part of his life.

Paul was devoted to his wife, Alice (Wiegand) Schmieder, whom he married November 16, 1968.   Together, they raised their daughters, Sonya and Amber. His family was at the heart of his life, and he took great pride in the life they built together.

Paul was a man who enjoyed keeping busy and working with his hands. He loved spending time outdoors, camping, hunting, fishing, gardening, and taking care of the lawn. He also had a love for cars and tractors. 

Whether it was a tractor, a household project, or something that needed fixing, Paul was always willing to figure out how to make it work.

He will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his independence, his willingness to lend a hand, and his ability to fix just about anything; but most of all, Paul will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, and friend.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings Ruth Ann "Ruby" Kammerer, John Schmeider, and Judy Shelton; brothers-in-law Ned Beatty and Vince Kreuer, and his niece Monica Kreuer.

In addition to his wife and daughters, Paul is survived by his sister Doris McKinney, one brother Ray (Pat) Schmeider; one brother-in-law Dennis Shelton; four sisters-in-laws Susan and Marianne Schmeider, Janice (Tony) McElhinny, Charlene Kreuer and numerous other family members.

His hands may no longer be tending the garden, turning a wrench, or working on a tractor, but his love, hard work, and memories will remain forever.

Visitation will be held at Fox Funeral Home, Inc in Saxonburg on Tuesday, September 15th from 4-7pm.
Funeral service will be Wednesday, September 16th, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Sarver at 11:00 am officiated by Pastor Shawn Smith. Burial to follow at Sarverville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church Box 128 Sarver, PA 16055 or the Sergeant Joseph George Kusick Community Living Center at the Butler VA Medical Center 353 North Duffy Road Butler, PA 16001.

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