Robert I. Schloneger

Robert I. Schloneger, 82, of Goshen died on Monday, March 25, 2024 surrounded by family members.

Bob was born on April 17, 1941 in Louisville, Ohio to Irvin and Irene (Falb) Schloneger.

On June 8, 1963 he married Enid Miller in Smithville, Ohio.

She survives along with three sons, Craig (Ann) Schloneger of Lititz, Pennsylvania, Kevin (Lisa) Schloneger of Indianapolis, and Mark (Sarah) Schloneger of Goshen; 10 grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.

Other survivors include sisters, Sandra (Jim) Brenneman of Newburgh, Indiana, and Faye (Marty) Brenneman of Orrville, Ohio; a brother, Keith (Bev) Schloneger of Dundee, Ohio; and a brother-in-law, Russ Hochstetler of Goshen.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Tricia Schloneger; a sister, Catherine Hochstetler; and a brother, David Schloneger.

Bob was a retired Mennonite pastor, teacher, and mentor and had many hobbies and interests. Bob adored his wife and cherished time with his family.  He was always happy to help others with his handyman skills.

He was a master wood turner and enjoyed turning with friends Sherm Kauffman and Marion Yoder. He also enjoyed working on other woodworking projects and playing and watching sports.

With Enid, Bob served two years with Mennonite Voluntary Service in Puerto Rico, and he volunteered with Meals on Wheels in his retirement. He was an active member of Berkey Avenue Mennonite Fellowship.

The family will receive friends on Friday, March 29, from 4 to 7pm at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen.

A 10 am memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 30, at Berkey Avenue Mennonite Fellowship, Goshen.

Memorial gifts may be directed to the Berkey Avenue Mennonite Fellowship’s Outdoor Sanctuary Fund or Meals on Wheels, Goshen.