Cathy Lou (Atkins) Schneider

Cathy Lou (Atkins) Schneider, 72, of Casper, Wyo. went to meet her glorious reward on October 21, 2024 after battling a long illness in Casper. She was a nurturing protector of her family and a faithful child of God.

 Cathy was born in Casper to Edith Elaine White and Richard Ray Atkins on June 30, 1952. She graduated from Natrona County High School in 1970. She built and raised a family with John William “Bill” Schneider from Sept. 28, 1974 until her death. They celebrated 50 years of marriage with a final family gathering this year. In that time, Cathy was the majority owner of Rooter Sewer Service, which operates Roto-Rooter in central Wyoming and R & R Rest Stops, which services much of the state.

 In addition to her business successes, Cathy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, GG, and friend. She also was a sponsor to many families who deal with alcohol and addiction in their families and relationships. She was a fixture at Al-Anon meetings and supported many charitable events in support of Casper’s recovery community.

 Cathy was a curious craftswoman who loved making ceramics, stained glass, knitting, sewing, and gardening.

 Her final words of advice to her husband, children, grandchildren, and all who held her dear was, “Forgive people, trust God.”

 Cathy is survived by her husband, Bill and father, Ray Atkins both of Casper; sister, Sheri Matthews of Wyoming, Penn.; step-sister, Gina Overacker of Onoka, Minn.; step-brother, Dino Wenino; children, Kenneth Schneider (Rebecca Albertson), Zachary Schneider (Kate), and Angela Bjorklund; step-son, Jayson Hall; grandchildren, Bailey Markovich (Talen), Abigail Formo-Schneider (Garrett), Kayla Robinson (John), August Schneider, John William “Liam” Schneider II; great-grandchildren, Leo Markovich, Serena Robinson and Baby Marcovich due in March 2025, and many other family members all of Casper. She is also missed by her trusty canine companion, Jack.

 She was preceded in death by her mother, Edith; step-mother, Jane Atkins; brothers, Donald “Donnie” Atkins and Richard “Rick” Atkins; aunt, Elaine Burns; uncles, Kenneth White, Rich Atkins, and Bob Atkins and grand-daughter, Brecken Bjorklund.

 Private services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the 12-24 Club or Casper Community Church in Cathy’s name.