Schroeder, John W. (1912-2004)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2004 Sep 3 p. 29

Birth date: 1912 May 26

text of obituary:

JOHN W. SCHROEDER

John W. Schroeder died June 20. He was born to John and Kathryn Schroeder in 1912 in Laird, Sask. His parents separated and he was placed first in an orphanage, then in foster homes. He worked at the Friesen farm in Sommerfeld, Man. He tried to find work in the early 30s by riding the rails. He married Eva Kehler Oct. 29, 1935. They lived with her parents for 5 years. In 1945 the family moved to Aldergrove, B.C. He worked for Buckerfields and Burns Meat Packing. He built a poultry farm. They worked hard to develop the farm. They sold the farm and moved to Clearbrook. He worked as a carpenter. They attended Clearbrook MB Church. He looked after Eva when her health failed. Eva died in 1996. Daughter Doreen became his caregiver. He enjoyed visits with his children and grandchildren, particularly Christmas get-togethers. Predeceased by Eva, he is mourned by Doreen, Eva, Anna, Harold and Ed; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The funeral was June 26 in Clearbrook MB Church.