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Arlene Lynette Merrifield Schnuerle |
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August 5, 1949 ~ November 11, 2016 |
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November 16, 2016 |
 Arlene
Lynette Merrifield Schnuerle, 67, was peacefully
called to heaven from her home in Bonners Ferry
on Friday, November 11. A Celebration of Life
will be held in Bonners Ferry in May or June.
She was born in Kellogg on August 5, 1949, to
Earl and Dorice (Bud and Dottie) Merrifield.
In October, 1968, she married John F. Schnuerle,
Jr., and they shared 48 wonderful years.
Together they had two children: Laurie Schnuerle,
Bonners Ferry, and Kim Taylor (Glenn), Hamilton,
Montana. She had two step children: Mike Ahner
(Tracy), Naples, and Leah Hamelin (Rick),
Marysville, Washington. She loved and enjoyed
spending time with all of the family including
her nine grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren.
Arlene’s life was filled with many joys of
everything and everyone near and dear to her
heart. She loved the Lord and it was clear to
all who knew her that He was her highest
priority. Her heart was happy while playing both
classical and Christian music. As a young girl
she milked cows on the farm and sold cream to
help pay for her piano lessons. Throughout her
life she played at churches where she lived.
She spent much of her time hunting, fishing,
camping and enjoyed traveling with friends and
family. Her love for her puppy dogs was evident
and gave her a tremendous amount of joy. Her
love of bread making was a delight to many.
Arlene attended Kinman Business College after
graduating from Bonners Ferry High School. She
attributed the success of several businesses in
her life to her education. She was crowned Miss
Bonners Ferry in 1967, and considered the
achievement an honor.
She is survived by her husband, John, and all of
the children, as well as all of her brothers and
sisters Lonnie (Donna) Merrifield, Karen French
and husband Jim Blinzler, Bruce (Deanea)
Merrifield and Dee (Leo) Crane.
Although our special one will be missed by all
who loved her, we thank God for the blessing of
having her in our lives for a little while, yet
we know Heaven has received a special angel for
eternity. |
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