Nelda Jean Schonherr

Nelda Jean Schonherr, 83, of Maumee, OH, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2026. In her home. Born on July 21, 1943, in Ward, Arkansas to Harold and Love OB Jackson, Nelda filled her life with warmth, joy, and love. Her passion for reading, cooking, and baking was only surpassed by the delight she found in the company of her great-grandchildren, cherishing every moment spent babysitting each of them from 6 weeks until 6 months. Thursdays were special for Nelda, marked by her cherished visits to Georgette's Coffee Shop in Maumee with her beloved granddaughter, Pam. Nelda was an avid card player in her younger years she and her husband had weekly Euchre tournaments. She enjoyed horse races at Race way Park in Toledo as well as hosting neighbors and friends for fondue nights .

The last years of her life were spent with her cherished friend Don. The joy she found was very rare and special.

She leaves behind a loving family: her daughter, Kelly Schonherr; grandchildren, Chelsea Spychalski, Pamela Oliver, and Jordan (Whitney) Oliver; and great-grandchildren, Elliot, Lilliana, Lexiana, Milo, Legend, and Jett. Her sister, Melba (Larry) Medved, also survives her. Nelda is reunited with her husband, William Schonherr; daughter, Pamela Schonherr; and brother, Finley Jackson.

Family and friends are invited to gather on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Newcomer-SW Chapel, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m., with interment at Resurrection Cemetery.

In memory of Nelda, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. 

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