Thomas R. Schroder
1947 - 2011
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Casey posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Thinking of you and missing you terribly! It's like being trapped in a nightmare at times. I'm trying to be happy for you but I want to be happy with you so it's hard sometimes. Love you forever Dad.
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Larry and Marie Wright posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Tom there is not a day goes by Larry and I remember you and your whitty ways. You could always make a bad day into a good day. Your smile was one of a kind. You are sadly missed my Brother, hope all is going well in Heaven. Love and miss you very much. Larry said apart of him was missing now, his Brother.
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james wright posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
rest in peace uncle tom godbless everyone you ever came in contact with miss u much mutch love jim
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Lenny & Cindy Hartman posted a condolence
Monday, April 18, 2011
We love you very much. We often think of the things we did together. You wanted a last ride with Al.Now you can go on lots of rides together.If heaven weren't so far away we would be there to visit.Love you always. You left to soon.
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fran and lewis schroder posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
sadly messed and brother of lewis schroder
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April Schroder posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
I've been trying to come up with what I wanted to say here but have not been satisfied with the result many times already so I'm just going to go for it. My Dad was my hero. I don't know anyone who worked so hard, loved so many and so much, and played even harder ;-) I will miss him every second of every day for the rest of my life. My heart aches thinking of how badly I want for him to be here with us still. The only comfort I have right now is that he is no longer suffering. I'm struggling with accepting this and every morning I wake up is like a nightmare because I have to realize all over again that he's no longer with us. In time I'm counting on him to help me see the path I am to take with life. Until then I will do my best to remember the good times and work my hardest to make him proud.
Rest in Peace Dad! <3
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Dorothy Wright posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2011
Tommy was such a fun kid. He spent a lot of time with Art and I and grew up with the kids. I remember when I first started to date Art that Art would always bring some candy or gum for Tommy. He would hold it out the window, Tommy would run up and grab it and take off like a rabbit for the house. We took him to the rodeo once when he was maybe 5 or 6. Art put him on a pony and could hardly get him off. He loved to reminise and had an awsome memory. I miss him so much. I know that he is in a better place and has had a grand reunion with family and friends in heaven. Rest in peace little brother!!! You will always be in our hearts
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Casey posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2011
I remember my dad had 3 jobs when we were younger, sometimes he had to take us along. He would rather go without so he could give more to others...would work himself to the bone to provide for his family. He also would drop whatever he was doing, to come get someone out of trouble. I keep wanting to call him and just say "Hi, what are you up too?". I know what's happened is real, but I feel like I'm stuck in a nightmare. I haven't cried much, haven't allowed myself to break. Dad gave me strength and always lead by example so I must conjure that same strength into my days and just keep it moving. I must remember that death is not a final goodbye, though I want the chance to make more memories with him. He should have been able to walk me down the aisle when my wedding day comes, he only got to be a grandpa for 6 years too. It's too large scale of a loss to understand fully how the coming days have been altered. I'm sure his silent departure will continue being a deafening noise in my heart. But I've got to do more with my life so his legacy lives on. If I crumble and become distraught, the lessons he taught would be in vain. His memory must be upheld in a positive light, I don't want his death to be a starting point for tainted memories and negative actions. I don't want a life without Dad but he wasn't ours to keep. God loaned him to us and now wants him back. Knowing he's in heaven, should give us all the more reason to make sure we get there ourselves. We can't just walk the line of faith...we must acknowledge who God is and what he did for us. To know Christ is to receive love and allow yourself to move beyond worldly pain.
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Marta Uszacki posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2011
Tom was one of the nicest people you could meet, always willing to go above and beyond for the clients he worked with at Social Services. It was a pleasure to have known him and to haved worked with him. He will be missed
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Casey posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2011
He served in the US Army 1964 - 1968 as a Mechanic/Heavy Truck Driver - Specialist 5th class. He was in Germany for part of that time.
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Casey posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2011
For those of you wishing for one more talk, one more call or a chance to say goodbye - try not to dwell in that part of the If Only Land. One more time is never enough and it's better to remember him the way things were, the way he was at his best. Fixating on the goodbyes has a way of tainting the hellos and those are the moments of impact to dwell upon!
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Barbie posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2011
I wasn't as close to my uncle tom over the years as i would liked to have been. i know he did alot of amazing work thru the red cross and various organizations he was involved with. he had one of the biggest hearts ever any man could have. he was the first one there when someone needed anything, no matter the time or day. or what was going on in his life. that is amazing!!! i will forever miss and love him! it gives me peace knowing he is in heaven with his parents again, and alot of other relatives, having a big reunion. and i know in my heart he was an exceptional man, he raised 3 amazing, beautiful girls. even thru the teen years and he still had hair!!! that is amazing!!! and he had a vary loving and devoted wife by his side thru it all! to aunt colleen and the girls, we all love you guys, and you know numbers and things to get ahold of anyone if we are ever needed! we love u and keep ur head up, he isnt gone forever, we will meet again one day in heaven!!!!
i will never forget the tone in my uncle's voince, that sometimes scared me, or the fact that he was always smiling, no matter what was going on!!!!
love u forever uncle tom!!!!!!
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floyd[fud] emerson [ libe son] posted a condolence
Sunday, April 10, 2011
my memory of tom and the schoder and wright family will always live on i love you all with all my heart god bless each and everyone take care and see you all soon, e-mail me at pops rider now magazine florida a harley rider always a harley rider god will take care of our brothers and sisters rest in peace til wee ride again chin up rubber down new friends in heaven i know you and them god bless ya all
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Rick and Destiny posted a condolence
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Tommy we will miss you terribly. There will never be anyone that will come close to being as kind and gentle hearted as you. Take care up there, and one by one we will see you again my friend. To your family just remember that there is no more pain and suffering, just an endless road to be ridden.
Love Rick and Destiny
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Debbie Faust posted a condolence
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Tommy and family -
You have left quite an impact in this world. A legacy of kindness and an attitude of helping others that will be hard to live up to. The man who comes into the lives of Casey and April will have large shoes to fill! I will miss you and your hugs, and look forward for a heavenly one.
Love
-Debbie
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Barbra Griswold posted a condolence
Sunday, April 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Colleen and family.
I remember Tom when his family and my family lived on Kendrick St. in Sherman when we were young ones.I also was blessed with the love and friendship of Tom's sisters Alice & Ruth and their families. We also had the pleasure of sawing lumber for one of Tom's building projects.
He will leave a big void in many lives and sadly missed by all who knew him.
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Mary Dieteman posted a condolence
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Brian & Joe Cifelli also sent their condolences.
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Grace posted a condolence
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Tom was an integral part of my coming to know Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. Many years ago, I worked in customer service at the BPU in City Hall and whenever he called about one of his clients, I was the one (out of three people) who picked up the phone. Eventually, we decided to meet at lunchtime just to put a face to the voice each of us kept hearing. During our conversation, he told me about his daughter (who was 4 years old) telling someone they needed Jesus. Although I had not accepted Christ at that point, I knew I needed to be in the same church. I began attending Fluvanna Community Church and within weeks was saved. My years at Fluvanna gave me a solid theological foundation and I am now answering the call to become a pastor myself. Thanks to Tom for speaking of his faith and leading me to a good church. We never talked much after I left the BPU, even though Tom was always a significant person in my life.
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Mary Dieteman posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
I will miss Uncle Tommy very much. I remember the times I spent at your place. You took me to my first rodeo. I was very blessed to have you as an uncle. I renber you always asking me if I wanted a bologna & cheese sandwhich and then you'd smile and hug me. I will always love you and you hold a very special place in my heart, and now you're with Jesus. I will miss you.
Love,
Mary
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patricia moore posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
i remember my uncle tom always smiling he was a very generous person who always put other's feelings in front of his anytime he could help he would without any problems at all i will forever miss him i love you uncle tom
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steve chapman posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Tom!!!!!! we will miss you here !! gone with the other's guy's riding in the sky!!! Cool!! Can't wait to be with all of you's!!!! God Blessed you!!! you are one of the Best!!! all our love goe's to your family!!!
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marcia and stub johnson posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
we love you and mess you see you some dayACWA
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Gina posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
I've known u for many years and always thought of u as a big brother I will miss seeing this summer, we had some great talks, been to good parties over the years. It's time u rest Ride on Ride free Brother
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Adrian Smith posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
To Colleen and family,
My deepest and sincerest sympathy in the loss of your husband and family member. Tom was a wonderful man who brought love and joy to everyone who knew him. May God bring you peace and comfort to your grieving hearts.
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Dave & Bonnie Huber posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
may God bless the family and may he grant Tom a smooth and straight road home. Ride on my friend , you will be sadly missed.
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rick cusimano posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
our families would get together almost every weekend for dinner and play cards or just sit and talk we had alot of good times tom was a good friend.I'm really gonna miss him
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Bonnie Rodgers posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
I always enjoyed the time I spend with Tommy when our families would get together. I really don't remember Tommy, ever, without a smile on his face, even though Tommy reminded me of the time, I poked fun when my sister, Ruby, was trying to teach him how to dance. He was crushed. Tommy was probably about 12 or 13 at the time. He said after that, he never did learn to dance and it was my fault. I am so sorry for that, Colleen. Tommy was a dear cousin and will always hold a special place in our hearts. My sincere sympathy to his dear wife and daughters.
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Sherry (Davis) Thompson posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Uncle Tommy...........I am not good with words. So at this time it is hard to express the sadness I feel. But at the same time happyness knowing that you have your angel wings, are with other family members & no longer hurt. My memories go way back to before school. The many hours we played in the sand pile next to Grandpa's house. How we snuck the berries off the bushes behind the shed. The many times I walked up the hill to play at your house & you would walk down to ours. You & I always had a special bond. You always teasing me about me being 4 mos older than you. Never letting me live that down! And your eyes....how expressive they were! The michevious twinkle they would show when you were up to something! I love you Uncle Tommy! I, as all your family & friends will miss you tremendously. For a 1st cousin..........you are 1st rate! You will wear those angel wings with love & compasion. Give a hug to all those family members that you are now with & let them know that we love & miss them to. Love & miss you!
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mike kennedy posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2011
met him a couple times and was a good man
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Don and Kathy Winans posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
We knew you weren't feeling well Tom, but we sure didn't see this coming. We are going to miss you greatly. You were the most unselfish human being to walk this earth and now your work here is finished. Ride on old friend
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Lori Everson posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
I first met Tom 14 years ago when I started working at the Department of Social Services. He was one of the kindest person anyone could meet. He gave me alot of encouragement in taking a new position and was very supportive. I am so sorry to hear of his loss. He will be greatly missed.
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skeet&melinda christensen posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
WE HAD SUM GOOD PARTIES IN THE OLD DAYS
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Leanna luka-conley posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
I will miss my PAL Tom. He gave me a great confidence in my abilities to help the community. Tom was a mentor and treated everyone with the up most respect. I will miss my talks with him. The community has lost a friend.
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Leanna luka-conley posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
I will miss my PAL Tom. He gave me a great confidence in my abilities to help the community. Tom was a mentor and treated everyone with the up most respect. I will miss my talks with him. The community has lost a friend.
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Leanna luka-conley posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
I will miss my PAL Tom. He gave me a great confidence in my abilities to help the community. Tom was a mentor and treated everyone with the up most respect. I will miss my talks with him. The community has lost a friend.
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william kinney posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
jill im so srry to hear about your dad hes in god hands
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mark smith & kathy smith posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
he is a good friend brother in jesus christ our lord GOD BLESS
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Dan Schroder posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
Uncle Tom was more like an older brother than uncle. We enjoyed many moments talking & just hanging out having fun. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
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Vanessa Von Volen posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
I have a lot of memories of Tom since I was a little girl. April has been one of my best friends in the world since we were about 9 years old, and I can't even say how many times I have spent the night at the Schroder house and spent time with their family. Tom was so devoted to his family. He used to drive April and I out to a barn in Sherman where we would go ride and take care of our horses, and he did that all the time, and always seemed happy to do it. On those car rides with him is where I first heard country music. It was so funny to listen to him sing along with those old country songs!
I'm glad I knew him as a great Dad to one of my best friends, and I know everyone who knew him will always remember him fondly.
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Cara Seekings posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
No extended family, brother in law could have been a greater guy...ride on, Tom, knowing you live on in the hearts of all whose lives you've touched. Cara
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Dawn Thompson posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
To the family, may you find peace that Tom no longer struggles, and is free with our Lord.
I was glad I got to see him a few months back and talk about life, and all it encompassed.
Rest in Peace, dear Tom.
May your family be guided through this time with the love and grace of God.
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Mindy Uttley posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
We are praying for your family. It is awesome to see people making a difference and helping out different organizations along the way. thanks for all your hard work and help with The Salvation Army.. Blessings
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Marcia Hamilton posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
to say goodby to a man such as Tom is a job for many not just one,he has gone thru life with many stops along the way,to Marry ,Have children and share his soul with us all.he will be deeply missed.and has made it home to the lord.
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Amanda Glover posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
Very kind and caring man, will be missed greatly.
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Clayton Neubauer posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
Tom you are definately going to be missed. You have done alot over the years and brother i will never forget you
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ERIK ANDERSON posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
HE WAS AN AWESOME BROTHER AND A GREAT FRIEND WE WILL MISS TOM ALOT MY PRYER GO OUT TO THE FAMILY
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Barbara Fuller posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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jean p posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
tom was a very hard worker he helped me start up a benefit for cystic fibrosis in 2008 he helped run the whole thing we had a good turn out thank you very much.
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Sabrina L. Brown (Kitchell) posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
I remember the times when I lived down the road from the Schroders. I used to go visist with the girls and spend time with their family. Tom and Colleen were always welcoming and fun to be around.
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amy posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
Hiding behind the couch when jill and i were little and grabbing our ankle as we walked by and barking like a dog scaring the life out of us!
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Stephanie (LaTone) Norrod posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
I will miss my chats with you this summer at all the BBC events. You are an amazing person and have a great spirit. I am sure there is work already lined up for you! My thoughts and prayers go out to Schroder's. Be Strong---we all love you.
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Lisa Bimber posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
Ya'll have been great friends of the family and my heart breaks. Its so hard lossing the ones that mean the most. Your Dad was an awesome person, if more people could be more like him the world would be a much better place!! My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.
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Marie Wright posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
Safely Home -
I am home in heaven, dear ones;
Oh so happy and so bright!
There is perfect joy and beauty
In this everlasting light.
All the pain and grief is over,
Every restless tossing passed;
I am now at peace forever,
Safely home in heaven at last.
Did you wonder how I so calmly
Trod the valley of the shade?
Oh, but Jesus' love illumined
Every dark and fearful glade.
And he came himself to meet me
In that way so hard to tread;
And with Jesus' arm to lean on,
Could I have one doubt or dread?
Then you must not grieve so sorely,
For I love you dearly still;
Try to look beyond earth's shadows,
Pray to trust our Father's will.
There is work still waiting for you,
So you must not idly stand;
Do it now, while life remains,
You shall rest in Jesus' land.
When that work is all completed,
He will gently call you home;
Oh, the rapture of that meeting,
Oh, the joy to see you come!
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Cindy Ahrens posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
Such a sweet, sweet man. Ride on in Harley heaven, bro! I'm sorry for your loss, Colleen! Please feel my hugs.
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Larry & Marie Wright & Family posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
My dearest Tommy, you will sadly missed, but we shall always have the memories to cherish. To the Schroder Family stay strong because this is what Tommy would wanted. God Bless all of you and you Rest in Peace, my Brother. God has received another Angel because of all things you have accomplished in life. We love you, Larry, Marie, Larry, Jr. & Ashley Wright.
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Fizzy posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
I had no idea Tom was sick. I'm so sorry Colleen. Tom was such a special guy. My hear goes out to you and your family. Let's get in touch and go for a walk after the funeral is over. Love, Fizzy
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April Rosier posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
A co-worker from TRC back in the mid 90's. When I close my eyes to think of Tom I can see this strong but gentle man standing in the kitchen @ Fairmount. Faced with a behavior where someone may have gotten hurt, likely me, he was calm cool and collected to defuse the situation & restore peace to the group home. I ran into Tom ringing bells for the Salvation Army during the holidays on several ocassions. It is often easy to walk by the bell ringers, but not Tom. His kettle always got my donation. Ride on Tom and thank you. Peace & love to the Scroder family. Hold tight to one another and relish in the memories you share. Let the healing begin.
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Renee Smith posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
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Cindy posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
Prayers going out to your family...RIP ...You had a heart of gold, was there for so many people..You will surely be missed..
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Jill vincent posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
i dont know where to start,the pain i have is so huge right now.i am trying to fing comfort in the happy memories,but i have to b honest it isnt there yet.To have him in my life was an oppartunity i will never regret,but of course i wish the time spent could have been longer.he certainly did put up with alot of hooliganism from us girls over the years.Teaching 3 teenage girls could not have been easy.he will be deeply missed,when hunter is a little older he will b reminded of what a wonderful grandfather he had love u daddy
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Casey Schroder posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
I am so glad that God blessed me and my family with such a strong and loving father. He always was there for his family and friends, no matter the hour or the need. A couple times he did come rescue me from my teenage escapades, even from out of town he came and got me - no hesitation.
My dad told me he was not afraid to die, he's been ready for quite some time. He was just worried about how everyone would hold up and how they would be when he was gone. He passed on the Schroder strength and love of God that has enabled me to keep my head up and maintain things in perspective.
It seems surreal, too final but I am so glad that he was taken quickly. To be absent of the body is to be INSTANTLY present with God. We must remember the reunions he's enjoying now - rather than the tears at his departure. He never wanted much of a fuss made over him but even so, I'll have the last word about that.
He has a Facebook page, which will continue to be maintained by the family. I want to express an additional thanks to the Vets and Brothers By Choice that were so near and dear to my dad's heart. He found purpose in the activities through the Vets and BBC and these guys really had an impact on him.
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Max & Linda (Batson) Sadler posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
Tommy, my first cousin, was very special to me when we were kids, he was born in April and I in May of '47. I have a pic of him and I in Sherman school the year he was in my class. He was witty and fun-loving. Tommy, you will be sadly missed by myself and others here on earth, but because I have been doing genealogy for years, I know there are alot of our wonderful family you are enjoying in heaven. Love, your cousin, Linda
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cathy barber posted a condolence
Friday, April 8, 2011
Tommy, you sure will missed. So helpful when it came to others. You would awlays put others first or do anything for anyone. you have one of the biggest hearts ever.I wont forget the times you came over and helped us with wood more than once. :-) May you rest in peace Tommy
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