Dean Lee Schneider, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away March 12, 2026 at the age of 74. He was born January 3, 1952 in Hondo, Texas, to Louis Alfred Schneider and Elinore Marion Randall Schneider.

In 1970, Dean graduated from Medina Valley High School. He began his career in construction finishing concrete and later became a general contractor. He worked at SeaWorld for ten years as a construction foreman. Dean was an avid outdoorsman and a hunting guide. On October 21, 1972, Dean married Mary Ursula DeCock at St. Louis Catholic Church in Castroville. They were blessed with fifty-three years of marriage.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Schneider; siblings, Dana Beck (Joe), Larry Schneider (Wendy), and Julie Schneider; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, in-laws, and other relatives.

Dean was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Louis Schneider, Jr.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026 at Schattenbol at DeCock Farm, 2374 US Hwy 90 East, Castroville, Texas. Fellowship will follow the Celebration of Life.

Arrangements by Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. www.tondre-guinn.com