Susan Pearl Schneidt

Susan Pearl Carton Schneidt, of Louisville KY completed her earthly journey and joined her heavenly Father on 3 October 2022. Suzy was born in Lafayette IN on 31 January 1951 to the late Matthew C. and Leota P. Carton of Earl Park IN. She was married to the love of her life, Don Schneidt, for forty-one years, who survives.

She is also survived by her daughter, Lorie Schneidt of Earl Park and two grandchildren, Jacob Morrow, and Isaac Smith. Eight siblings also survive: Mike Carton (Rosemary), St James NC; Cindy Cyr (Norb), Fowler IN; Bill Carton, Earl Park IN; Jim Carton (Kathy), Worcester MA; Rob Carton (Paula), East Sandwich MA; Chuck Carton (Brenda), Earl Park IN; Mary Beth McIntyre (Jerry), Earl Park IN; Andy, Phoenix AZ.

Suzy graduated from Benton Central HS in 1969 and started her pursuit of a degree in Nursing. She received her LPN degree from Ivy Tech and received her RN degree after studying at Memorial Hospital in South Bend and completing her studies at St Elizabeth’s Hospital in Lafayette. She enjoyed a diverse career while working in Cardiac care, Progressive Nursing, Hospice care, and Home Care nursing.

Suzy’s love was helping people and her numerous extra-curricular endeavors are a testament to her passion for doing that. She and her friend Linda King started the first Benton County Relay for Life. As member of the Earl Park Presbyterian Church, she would readily accept and answer the call for support and assistance. Suzy was an integral part of the church’s Fall Festival breakfast, as well as the Great Banquet Community. She was also involved with the Blue Bird Camp for cancer survivors and active member of Indiana Rural Youth. She also was a member of Lamplighters Home Extension Club for many years. A celebration of Suzy’s life will be held in spring of 2023. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Benton Community Foundation or The Wounded Warrior Project.

Friends may call from 1 PM (EDT) until the time of Service 2 PM (EDT) Saturday, May 20, 2023 at Freedom Community Church of Earl Park, IN. Inurnment to follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery of Kentland.