Stanley David Schroder

Stan Schroder, 67, passed away on July 11, 2011 at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, IA. Services will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Schroder Mortuary, 701 1st Ave., Silvis, IL. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Family invites friends to join them at Frank’s Pizzeria, located next door to the mortuary, immediately following the service, to celebrate Stan’s life.

Stan was born in Davenport, IA on December 11, 1943 to Beatrice (Berger) and Harvey Schroder. After graduating from Iowa State University, he married Andrea (Lundeen) and worked at John Deere for 37 years until he retired.

Stan was a big hearted sports aficionado. When his girls or “sport’s fans” as he called them, were growing up, he enjoyed coaching or cheering their teams. Stan also enjoyed traveling, spending time at their home in Sarasota, FL, and especially spending Thanksgiving in St. Maarten. He was a member of Lutheran Church of Hope.

The family would like to thank the many doctors, care providers and LCH pastoral care staff for their dedication and support.

Stan is survived by his wife of 45 years, Andrea; daughters, Stephanie (James) Jacobson, Katherine (Michael) Young; grandchildren, Samuel Jacobson, Skyler and Julia Young; brother, Stephen (Debbie) Schroder; brother-in-law, Clifford (Jo) Lundeen, Jr.; 5 nieces and 1 nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, IA 50265. Online condolences may be made at www.SchroderMortuary.com or www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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