Andrew J. “Andy” Schneider

Andrew J. “Andy” Schneider, age 21 of Albany, died Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at his home in Albany, Minnesota.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, March 21 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany with Rev. Bradley Jenniges, O.S.B. officiating. A private inurnment will be held at a later date.
Andrew Joseph Schneider was born November 24, 1994 in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Anthony “Tony” and Gail (Winkels) Schneider. He graduated from Albany High School in 2013 where he was involved in FFA and Robotics. Andy was an avid reader and read a wide variety of books. He enjoyed four wheeling and his favorite TV series was Leverage. Andy was very protective of his sister, Sammy. He was attending St. John’s University in Collegeville and was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Andy was a wonderful son, brother, and grandson who will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his parents, Tony and Gail Schneider of Albany; sister, Sammy Schneider at home; grandparents, Irene Schneider of Waite Park and Leander and Karen Winkels of Farming; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Andy was preceded in death by his grandfather, Ray Schneider.
Serving as casket bearers were Joe Schneider, Marvin Schneider, Denny Kettelhut, Don Winkels, Gary Winkels, and Dan Winkels. Cross bearer was Brandon Winkels and scripture bearer was Amanda Schneider. Gift bearers were Tom and Christie Winkels and readers were Arlene Williams and Jane Schneider.