William Carl Schnautz
May 18, 1935 - February 28, 2020
William Carl Schnautz Age 84, of Park Falls, died on Friday February 28, 2020 at Park Manor Nursing Home in Park Falls. He was born on May 18, 1935 in Chicago, IL, the son of William F. and Mary (Thier) Schnautz. William was a graduate of the Park Falls High School. After graduation he entered the United States National Guard and was activated during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was a logger, farmer, and worked for St. Croix Fishing Rods before moving to Illinois and working for General Motors for 20 years. William returned to Park Falls after his retirement. He was a member of the American Legion. He is survived by: (3)sons: William (Marie) Schnautz of Lockport, IL Richard Schnautz of Lockport, IL Joseph Schnautz of Indiana His granddaughter Prudence Johanna (2)brothers: Carl (Nancy) Schnautz of Park Falls Michael (Susan) Schnautz of Butternut (2)sisters: Marlene Fulfer of Tinley Park, IL Lorraine Goudie of Darien, IL his former wife Carol, and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law William Goudie. Funeral services will be held at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Park Falls on Saturday March 7, 2020 at 11:00am. Fr. Shaji Pazhukkathara will officiate. Burial will follow at St. Cecelia Catholic Cemetery in Butternut. A visitation will be held on Saturday at the church from 10:00am until the hour of the service. Birch Street Funeral Service is assisting the family. www.birchstreetfuneralservice.com
William Carl Schnautz Age 84, of Park Falls, died on Friday February 28, 2020 at Park Manor Nursing Home in Park Falls. He was born on May 18, 1935 in Chicago, IL, the son of William F. and Mary (Thier) Schnautz. William was a graduate of... View Obituary & Service Information