Schroeder, Richard A.
Richard A. Schroeder has completed his journey here on earth at the age of 71 on Saturday, August 5, 2017.
Richard was born on October 25, 1945 in Manitowoc. He was the son of the late Theodore and Lucy Jeske Schroeder. Richard grew up in Manitowoc with his siblings Sharon, Jim, and Paulie. He attended Lincoln High School and graduated with the class of 1964. Richard then decided to join the United States Marine Corps. He did a tour of duty in Vietnam as a corporal and was honorably discharged with a Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Marksman Badge and Rifle Medal. In 1968 he married Joyce Welnetz and had a fabulous life. They had two children, Sue and Mike, who have brought great joy to them. Richard spent his career at the Manitowoc Public Utilities where he retired from in 2001 after 40 years of employment. He loved his time with the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88 and the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 731. Richard also enjoyed so many years of fishing at his place in Little Sturgeon and playing the Cherry Masters as he made his rounds at the local establishments, meeting up with friends. He was a member of the Eagles Club and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Richard definetly enjoyed his time here on earth.
Richard is survived by his daughter: Sue (Dave) VanDrisse, and their son, Sawyer; his son: Mike Schroeder and his fiance' Christina Collins and his children, Ashley and Cameron; one sister: Sharon (Paul) Zipperer; one brother: Jim (Lois) Schroeder. He was preceded in death by his parents: Theodore and Lucy Schroeder; his loving wife: Joyce; and one brother: Paul.
A Life Celebration Social for relatives and friends will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2017 from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, 620 North Water Street, Manitowoc. A prayer service will be held at 5:30 lead by Rev. Dave Pleier followed by shared memories with family and friends. The evening will conclude with military honors performed. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel. Richard's cremated remains will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, August 11, 2017.
The family would like to thank Home Care and Hospice for all their support and care they received to make his end comfortable.
Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Published in Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter from Aug. 7 to Aug. 9, 2017
Richard A. Schroeder has completed his journey here on earth at the age of 71 on Saturday, August 5, 2017.
Richard was born on October 25, 1945 in Manitowoc. He was the son of the late Theodore and Lucy Jeske Schroeder. Richard grew up in Manitowoc with his siblings Sharon, Jim, and Paulie. He attended Lincoln High School and graduated with the class of 1964. Richard then decided to join the United States Marine Corps. He did a tour of duty in Vietnam as a corporal and was honorably discharged with a Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Marksman Badge and Rifle Medal. In 1968 he married Joyce Welnetz and had a fabulous life. They had two children, Sue and Mike, who have brought great joy to them. Richard spent his career at the Manitowoc Public Utilities where he retired from in 2001 after 40 years of employment. He loved his time with the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88 and the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 731. Richard also enjoyed so many years of fishing at his place in Little Sturgeon and playing the Cherry Masters as he made his rounds at the local establishments, meeting up with friends. He was a member of the Eagles Club and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Richard definetly enjoyed his time here on earth.
Richard is survived by his daughter: Sue (Dave) VanDrisse, and their son, Sawyer; his son: Mike Schroeder and his fiance' Christina Collins and his children, Ashley and Cameron; one sister: Sharon (Paul) Zipperer; one brother: Jim (Lois) Schroeder. He was preceded in death by his parents: Theodore and Lucy Schroeder; his loving wife: Joyce; and one brother: Paul.
A Life Celebration Social for relatives and friends will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2017 from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, 620 North Water Street, Manitowoc. A prayer service will be held at 5:30 lead by Rev. Dave Pleier followed by shared memories with family and friends. The evening will conclude with military honors performed. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel. Richard's cremated remains will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, August 11, 2017.
The family would like to thank Home Care and Hospice for all their support and care they received to make his end comfortable.
Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Published in Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter from Aug. 7 to Aug. 9, 2017
Schroeder, Richard A.
Richard A. Schroeder has completed his journey here on earth at the age of 71 on Saturday, August 5, 2017.
Richard was born on October 25, 1945 in Manitowoc. He was the son of the late Theodore and Lucy Jeske Schroeder. Richard grew up in Manitowoc with his siblings Sharon, Jim, and Paulie. He attended Lincoln High School and graduated with the class of 1964. Richard then decided to join the United States Marine Corps. He did a tour of duty in Vietnam as a corporal and was honorably discharged with a Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Marksman Badge and Rifle Medal. In 1968 he married Joyce Welnetz and had a fabulous life. They had two children, Sue and Mike, who have brought great joy to them. Richard spent his career at the Manitowoc Public Utilities where he retired from in 2001 after 40 years of employment. He loved his time with the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88 and the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 731. Richard also enjoyed so many years of fishing at his place in Little Sturgeon and playing the Cherry Masters as he made his rounds at the local establishments, meeting up with friends. He was a member of the Eagles Club and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Richard definetly enjoyed his time here on earth.
Richard is survived by his daughter: Sue (Dave) VanDrisse, and their son, Sawyer; his son: Mike Schroeder and his fiance' Christina Collins and his children, Ashley and Cameron; one sister: Sharon (Paul) Zipperer; one brother: Jim (Lois) Schroeder. He was preceded in death by his parents: Theodore and Lucy Schroeder; his loving wife: Joyce; and one brother: Paul.
A Life Celebration Social for relatives and friends will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2017 from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, 620 North Water Street, Manitowoc. A prayer service will be held at 5:30 lead by Rev. Dave Pleier followed by shared memories with family and friends. The evening will conclude with military honors performed. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel. Richard's cremated remains will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, August 11, 2017.
The family would like to thank Home Care and Hospice for all their support and care they received to make his end comfortable.
Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Published in Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter from Aug. 7 to Aug. 9, 2017
Richard A. Schroeder has completed his journey here on earth at the age of 71 on Saturday, August 5, 2017.
Richard was born on October 25, 1945 in Manitowoc. He was the son of the late Theodore and Lucy Jeske Schroeder. Richard grew up in Manitowoc with his siblings Sharon, Jim, and Paulie. He attended Lincoln High School and graduated with the class of 1964. Richard then decided to join the United States Marine Corps. He did a tour of duty in Vietnam as a corporal and was honorably discharged with a Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Marksman Badge and Rifle Medal. In 1968 he married Joyce Welnetz and had a fabulous life. They had two children, Sue and Mike, who have brought great joy to them. Richard spent his career at the Manitowoc Public Utilities where he retired from in 2001 after 40 years of employment. He loved his time with the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88 and the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 731. Richard also enjoyed so many years of fishing at his place in Little Sturgeon and playing the Cherry Masters as he made his rounds at the local establishments, meeting up with friends. He was a member of the Eagles Club and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Richard definetly enjoyed his time here on earth.
Richard is survived by his daughter: Sue (Dave) VanDrisse, and their son, Sawyer; his son: Mike Schroeder and his fiance' Christina Collins and his children, Ashley and Cameron; one sister: Sharon (Paul) Zipperer; one brother: Jim (Lois) Schroeder. He was preceded in death by his parents: Theodore and Lucy Schroeder; his loving wife: Joyce; and one brother: Paul.
A Life Celebration Social for relatives and friends will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2017 from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, 620 North Water Street, Manitowoc. A prayer service will be held at 5:30 lead by Rev. Dave Pleier followed by shared memories with family and friends. The evening will conclude with military honors performed. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel. Richard's cremated remains will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, August 11, 2017.
The family would like to thank Home Care and Hospice for all their support and care they received to make his end comfortable.
Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Published in Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter from Aug. 7 to Aug. 9, 2017
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