David Ray Schnitkey, age 76 years, of Archbold, passed away Sunday evening, October 9, 2016, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo.

David was born to Helen and Walter Schnitkey on April 6, 1940 in Ridgeville Corners, Ohio.  Dave married Elaine Nofziger, who survives, on August 14, 1964 at Zion Mennonite Church by the late Phil Frey, Elaine's great uncle.  From this union were born a son Brent (Lynda) and a daughter Jill who survive.  They were blessed to have grandchildren, Tyson Schnitkey, Casey Nofziger, (fiancée Brittany Sarley), Tiffany and Luke Nofziger all of whom survive.

Dave and his twin sister were last to be born into a family of 11 children, two sisters survive, Shirley Dachenhaus Cook and Lois (Cupp) Flory.  Preceding him in death were brothers, Delbert, Charles, Junior, and Gene; sisters, Lucille Lohse, Beatrice Rose and Delores Nagel; and his twin Donna Ziegler Giffey.

Dave was baptized in infancy at home and later confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Ridgeville Corners, Ohio.  After he and Elaine were married, he was a faithful attendee at Zion Mennonite Church, serving in many capacities particularly as head usher for many years.

Dave graduated from Ridgeville Corners High School in 1958.  He was a standout basketball and baseball player during his high school days.  He continued to play softball and basketball in town and church leagues after high school.  Dave enjoyed the Ohio State Buckeyes and the three professional Cleveland Sports Teams.  He was a good provider for his family.  He was self-employed at a pipe tobacco company for many years.  Prior to his retirement, he loved working for 15 years for the Archbold School System.  He and Elaine enjoyed their various vacations and excursions, including Europe and many beach vacations.  His finest moments were watching his grandsons play their various sports.

A Celebration of David's Life will be held on Saturday, October 15, 2016, at 11 AM at the Zion Mennonite Church with Pastor Jessica Schrock-Ringenberg officiating.  Private Interment will precede in the Pettisville Cemetery.  Friends may call at the church Friday, October 14, from 4-7 PM.  The family requests preferred memorials to Youth For Christ, Gideon's International or Mennonite Central Committee.