Brian Lee Schnotala

Brian Lee Schnotala, age 62, of Sparta, MI, passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, January 20, 2025. Brian proudly served his country in the U.S. Army as a Military Police Officer. Brian was incredibly compassionate and had a passion for serving others, a passion that he showed by working in the medical field for over 40 years as a paramedic and a registered nurse in the emergency rooms. Brian enjoyed the outdoors, especially camping and canoeing. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, playing cribbage and euchre, but above all he enjoyed spending time with his grandkids. Brian will be remembered for his kind heart and his willingness to always be there for his family and friends. Brian was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Jean Schnotala; parents-in-law, Orville “Bud” and Carol Wilson; brother-in-law, Charles Van Lente. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 36 years, Cheryl; children, Brandon Schnotala, Megan (Chris) Niles; grandchildren, Hezekiah, Isaac, Eden Niles; siblings, Linda Van Lente, Randy (Irene) Schnotala, Tim (Theresa) Schnotala; siblings-in-law, Gloria Johnson, Ken (Jeanne) Wilson; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at MKD Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 1601 Post Drive NE, Belmont, MI with Pastor Dan Kuhnle officiating. A luncheon at the funeral home will be held immediately following the service. Relatives and friends may meet the family Monday, January 27 from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday, from 10-11 a.m. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Hospice of Michigan, American Cancer Society, or City Church Sparta.