Obituary: Dr. Steven Myles Schneiderman

Steven Myles Schneiderman, M.D., 84, of Dunwoody, Ga., passed away peacefully at home on July 23, 2026.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Jimmie Ann Schneiderman; his children, Lisa and Kenneth L. Schneiderman; Kenneth’s wife, Mai; his granddaughter, Seanna Ly Schneiderman; his stepchildren, Joseph M. Schull (Kerri) and Joshua A. Latta; his step-grandchildren, Gracie and Jack Schull; his sister-in-law, Natalie Moel Schneiderman; his brother, Herb Schneiderman (Eilene); and his niece, nephews, and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Milford; his former wife, Barbara Long Schneiderman; and his parents, Dora Kalishman Schneiderman and Joseph Schneiderman.

Born in St. Louis and raised in University City among a large family, Steven grew up in modest circumstances, often playing stickball with his cousin, Norty Kalishman. An excellent student and athlete, he captained his high school basketball team and earned an academic scholarship to Washington University in St. Louis.

After receiving his medical degree from the University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1967, he trained at The Jewish Hospital of St. Louis and Emory-affiliated hospitals in Atlanta. He served as a captain and physician in the United States Air Force from 1969 to 1971 and deployed to Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam.

In 1973, Steven opened a private internal medicine practice in Decatur. His diagnostic skill and tireless attention to patients earned him a devoted following, whose gratitude often arrived as homegrown tomatoes and fresh baked goods.

Steven married Jimmie Ann Latta in 1994. Their life together was filled with family gatherings, cruises, late-night movies, laughter, and love. The day he died marked their 32nd wedding anniversary. That morning, they held hands and shared a final quiet moment.

Steven was a thoughtful observer of life, with a quick wit and a sardonic sense of humor. He kept a meticulous “paper brain”: notebooks of reminders, to-do lists, birthdays, and deadlines. He loved college basketball, March Madness, the Atlanta Braves, newspapers, current events, and offering perceptive commentary on politics and human nature.

He often said family was the most important thing in life. He cherished his grandchildren and casual Sunday dinners made from his mother’s recipes, where food, togetherness and laughter mattered more than formality.

Steven leaves behind a community made healthier and better by his devotion, love, and sharp sense of humor.

Donations may be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, Hillels of Georgia, or a charity of one’s choice.