"I am so sorry. Always had a smile and so much fun. Lots of great memories."
In loving memory of
Dwight LeRoy Schoening
July 30, 1955 - December 23, 2018
Dwight "Cub Bear" Schoening, 63, of Glenwood, died on December 23, 2018 at the Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, December 28, 2018 at the Loess Hills Funeral Home In Glenwood. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 27, 2018 at the Loess Hills Funeral Home in Glenwood.
Memorials: Directed to the family.
Dwight LeRoy Schoening, one of three sons, of Robert and Donna Rae (Plumer) Schoening was born on July 30, 1955 in Council Bluffs, IA. He received his education from Glenwood Schools, graduating with the Class of 1973. Following graduation, he attended Iowa Western Community College where he obtained an Associate's degree in Sales. Dwight worked at Richmond Gordman and then for Gary Kruse as a salesman for the Mason Corporation for many years. Most recently he worked at the Glenwood Resource School.
Dwight married Sandra Kay Platz on July 24, 1998 at the Plumer Settlement Church north of Glenwood. Dwight's family now grew to include Sandra's children, Stacy and Shawn.
Dwight enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, taking rides in his 1963 Willy Jeep, loved listening to blues music and his favorite band The Rolling Stones, playing pool and cribbage with friends, but most importantly spending time with his family.
Dwight passed away December 23, 2018 at the Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs at the age of 63 years, 4 months, and 23 days. He is preceded in death by his father, Robert.
Dwight is survived by his wife of 20 years, Sandra; children, Lisa McManigal and her children, Jerrison and Madsen McManigal, Ryan (Christina) Schoening and their children, Halee Forbey, Whitney Wheeler, and Cole Forbey; step-children, Stacy (Chad) Nelson and their children, Cade and Kelsi Nelson, Shawn (Jenniffer) Ebling and their children, Travis, Kaylee, and Kamden Ebling; mother, Donna Rae Schoening; brothers, Delwyn (Diana) Schoening and Danny (Diane) Schoening; nephews, Wyatt Schoening and Devyn Schoening; nieces, Syndey Schoening and Valerie (Tim) Johnson and their children, Ethan and Emery; other relatives; and a host of friends.
Tributes
"Sandy, so sorry to hear of Dwight's passing. He was my favorite Sysco Salesman. Thoughts and prayers"
"I met Dwight in 1973 at IWCC. He sat behind me and kept me awake during class. I'm sure he's the only reason I passed. We were friends and roommates from Monticello Apts to the Broadway Flower Shop. From learning ibber-dibbers to 1st alert to 44 years of friendship. I lost one of my best friends. Jack R. Jensen"
"I am so sorry to hear about your loss! Dwight was such a friendly, nice guy! He had the greatest smile and a friend to everyone! I often babysat for him when he lived down the street from us in Mineola! He will be missed! Prayers of comfort for all of you!!!!"
"Our deepest sympathy to Dwight?s family. He was a friendly/fun guy. May he Rest In Peace. Jack & Pat"
"My thoughts and prayers to the family. I knew Dwight when he was the sales rep for Pegler-Sysco. I enjoyed our visits when he would stop. May God wrap his loving arms around you to comfort each of you! "
"So very sorry Sandy. Dwight was such a fun loving guy, I?m proud to have been a classmate. You can be sure we will always remember him when we gather. Thinking of you all and praying for peace and comfort in the days ahead. God Bless, Lori and Ron Jens"
"Such a good friend !!!!!! RIP Dwight!!!@@"
"My heart is sadden by the loss of Dwight. Sandy and family may you have peace and comfort in his loving and joyful memories. I have many great memories of his constant grin and smiling soul. We had great adventures together that will be in my heart forever. Much love. Brian Johnson "
"I'm sorry to hear of the loss of Cub Bear. I remember when we went to Boys State years ago and the fun we had marcHong and learning from the old timers. Poker runs, bon fires and late nights at the lake. You will be greatly missed. Until we meet again!"
"Sandy and family I am saddened by Dwight's passing. I have a lot of memories with him that make me smile. Wrestling partners in high school, the fun times we had at IWCC, and watching Iowa games in Bubba's garage. Like everyone else, I will miss his laugh and friendship. My thoughts are with you. Neal Osler"
"Dwight was that caring and compassionate person. . .always cheerful and kind. RIP sweet soul. You will be missed by many. Our condolences to Sandy, Donna, and family."
"Dwight was that caring and compassionate person. . .always cheerful and kind. RIP sweet soul. You will be missed by many. Our condolences to Sandy, Donna, and family."
"Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. Dwight was such a fun loving guy, always fun to be around. He will be missed by many."
"Sandy and family, I?m so sorry to hear of Dwight?s passing. Dwight introduced me to ?Silver City Lemonade? which I had no idea what it was. So today I will have a drink in honor of him. RIP Debbie Holmes Feller"
"Judy and I feel your loss. Gary K. called this morning to let us know and we had a little reminisce session. We will forever cherish the good visit and laughs we had with both of you at the house. Dwight was so brave and positive . I would have loved for you guys to have got into that Arizona sunshine for the winter. You know we will have you in our thoughts and prayers. Love Jim & Judy"
"Dwight was such a great addition to the Platz (Sandy's) family. Always in a good mood and cracking jokes. He will be greatly missed. RIP Dwight. "
"So very sorry to see Dwight went home to be with the Lord. Dwight had that great personality and you always felt that he cared. May his family be comforted that Dwight is with the Lord!"
"The first time I met Dwight,he was in first grade and I was in kindergarten. He stuck out his hand,introduced himself and from that moment on we were best friends. We hung out every day of those summers that never seemed to end in grade school. In our adult life we went to concerts, played pool,played cribbage, and sometimes just drank beer and solved the worlds problems. I am deeply saddened by his passing. He was the brother that I never had. I will miss him. Catherine and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Sandy and all of their children,grandchildren,and to Dwight?s mother Donna. Dwight was,is,and always be my friend."
"My heart is broken. He was my twin from another mother.. He teased and tormented me relentlessly when we first met in 1967, thus forging a 50+ year friendship.. i will miss you my bestie. I will never forget our love of german chocolate cake. Soar high in those clouds and save me a place right by you. Sandy, i am so very sorry for our loss. I know we will all miss him.. Hugs, love and prayers Polly and Andy "