PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Nancy Mindlin Schneider, 48, of Shelton, Conn., wife of Jamie Schneider, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2017, at Bridgeport Hospital after a long hard battle with cancer. 

She was born in Pittsfield, Mass., on October 10, 1968, to the late Herman and Gail Mindlin. Nancy graduated from Pittsfield High School and then attended The University of New Haven, where she studied travel and tourism. She worked for many years as a corporate travel agent, where she was well respected.

She was predeceased by her former husband, Dean Federici, the father of her three loving children, Nick Federici, Tyler Federici and Sara Federici, all of Stratford Conn. One of the greatest joys in her life was spending time with her children and attending all of their school and sports events. Her husband Jamie was by her side and took care of her throughout her illness. She is also survived by her sister, Harriet Mindlin of South Windsor, Conn., and her aunt, uncles and cousins.

Funeral notice: A funeral service was held in Pittsfield, Mass. Flynn & Dagnoli-Bencivenga Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.