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11 BUREAU CO UNTY REPUBLICAN Bureau County Republican bcrnew s.com ay 15,2021 SM-PR1884288 Norberg Memorial Home Inc. Monuments 701 E. Thompson St, Princeton, IL 61356 If the past year has taught us anything, it has revealed to us what is important in our lives. Perhaps some things which we hold dear became obscured if even for a moment in recent times. We have all faced many challenges, but there is plenty of hope and reasons for optimism.

That is why now, more than ever, we should take the initiative to simply be kind to others our families, friends, neighbors, and strangers. Doing so will help enrich the lives of those around us, and ourselves, too, in many ways. For Janice Smallwood, co-owner of Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. Monuments in Princeton, kindness is at the very foundation of their business. never know what someone else is going she said.

Here are some helpful ideas to consider. Treat others respectfully Everyone has their own path with their own challenges. It is important to treat others with the same understanding and respect that want for ourselves. The positive impact that respect can have in our community is limitless. Be understanding of others We are all different personally, emotionally, and spiritually.

It is important to empathize and understand that all of us have our own needs and interests. Respecting and understanding situations and helping one another will directly contribute to building positive, uplifting communities. Show patience Patience is every bit a power as much as a virtue, and we all have the ability in us to show it. When we are patient with our friends, families, and neighbors it only makes our relationships stronger. Exhibit kindness The simplest acts of kindness are more impactful than we may realize.

Even the smallest gestures like saying hello and asking how someone is, holding a door for a stranger, or calling a friend are great ways to brighten day. Politeness and civility, even at the most basic levels, go a long way toward establishing wonderful relations and a sense of togetherness. is a gift everyone can afford and has the best return of any Janice said. For any questions or information, please visit www.norbergfh.com or call 815-875-2425. Kindness: One of the Best Gifts We Can Give Written by Janice Smallwood LLOYD W.

SCHNEIDER Born: December 30, 1926 Died: May 13, 2021 PRINCETON Lloyd William Schneider, 94, of Princeton, Illinois, passed at away 7:49 a.m. Thursday, May 13, 2021, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 30, 1926, the son of John and Theresa (Pershey) Schneider and was raised in Joliet, Illinois, during the Great Depression. His father died when he was only 14 years old, and he overcame an extremely disadvantaged childhood to become a very successful businessman. He lived in the Joliet area for over half of his life before moving to Princeton, Illinois, where he remained until his death.

Lloyd married Mildred Basich and they divorced. In 1969, Lloyd married the love of his life, Beverly Smith Schneider, in Wheaton, Illinois. They shared 51 years together. She survives in Princeton. He is also survived by eight children, Cheryl Schneider Ieler, Donald (Rebecca) Schneider, Susan (John) Schneider Claassen, Bruce (Dorene) Stalter, Lisa (Mark) Stalter Baltikauski, Joyce (Richard) Schneider Swolley, Laura (Randal) Schneider Ruth and Theresa (Jim) Schneider Bender; 25 grandchildren, Jeffrey, Sheri, Jenny, Tony, Stephanie, John, Joseph, Meagan, Mark, Melisa, Matthew, Chris, Brandon, Ryan, Aaron, Richard, Kailee, Alicia, Samantha, Hunter, Sofia, Grace, Lloyd, Christian and Alex; 30 great-grandchildren; one great- great-grandchild; many nieces and nephews; and close friends, Johnny and Glenda Antill.

Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Charlotte Schneider, in infancy, and Shirley Schneider Wise; one brother, Dennis Schneider; one son-in law, Fred Ieler; his brother-in law, a good friend and golf partner, Ronald Smith; and many other beloved friends and family. He graduated from Joliet Catholic High School with the Class of 1945. He took some business courses, but was self-educated and an avid reader. Lloyd worked as a businessman his entire life. He started his own business, L.W.

Schneider, Inc. which has thrived for more than 50 years and grown to be one of the largest employers in Bureau County. Lloyd worked until he was 94 years old. He felt a deep sense of satisfaction from his work but was very humble and not comfortable with the recognition that he always seemed to receive. The thing that he valued the most in his business were the relationships that he formed with his OBITUARIES employees and other business associates.

favorite time of every work day was walking through the plant and visiting with his employees. He was a passionate entrepreneur, problem solver, and masterful decision maker. success was truly measured by the great love he had for his wife, and the people who worked for him.He was extremely proud of his Slovenian German heritage and used to love to harmonize with his cousins at family reunions and play the accordion for his family. He was a fantastic dancer and loved big band music. Lloyd also loved gardening, golfing, reading, travelling with friends, and occasionally enjoyed a good glass of scotch.

Lloyd served in the Army Air Corps after graduating from High School. He was a member of the Elks Club. Above all else he loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He and his wife, Beverly are members of New Hope Church of the Nazarene in Princeton. He spent most of his early years as a member of the Catholic Church, serving as an altar boy at St.

Catholic Church in Joliet. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 20, 2021, at New Hope Church of the Nazarene, Princeton, with Pastor Laura Root-Tanner and Father Tim Hepner, officiating. A visitation will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at New Hope Church of the Nazarene, Princeton.

Burial will take place in Oakland Cemetery, Princeton. The oldest male grandchild from each of children will serve as pallbearers, and John Antill will be an honorary pallbearer. Memorials may be directed to New Hope Church of the Nazarene or St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton. Online condolences may be directed at www.grant-johnsonfh.com.

CHARLES A. TRAVIS SR. Died: May 11, 2021; Morris MORRIS Charles A. Travis 73, of Morris, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at his home. Grant-Johnson Funeral Home in Princeton handled arrangements.

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