Reuben was born in Brooklyn, NY and settled in Phoenix permanently with his bride, Gloria, after being stationed at Luke Field during WWII. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Along with being a lifelong aviation enthusiast, Reuben was an avid hiker of Arizona trails. He deeply appreciated the beauty of the Arizona desert and was dedicated to preserving it for future generations. His family is very appreciative of any donations made in tribute to him that continue his efforts.

Reuben Schneider: Feb 1, 1916 – April 8, 2014