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1915 - 2011
Mr. Gailen L. Schroder, 96, of Greenville died Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at Spectrum Health United Memorial Kelsey Campus in Lakeview. He was born June 18, 1915 in Sidney, the son of Lewis and Lydia (Frea) Schroder. On September 23, 1941, he married Beatrice Evans in Niles, Michigan. She preceded him in death in 2007. Gailen retired from the former Gibson Refrigerator Company after 32 years of service. He served in the United States Army from 1942-1945 in the European Theater. He served as a Medical/Surgical Technician in the 10th Armored Division, earning a Bronze Star for heroic achievement. He braved intense enemy fire and treated and evacuated several wounded soldiers. Gailen is survived by his daughters, Gay Lynne Erskin of Greenville and Karen Moore of Orleans; grandchildren, Chad Douglas of Byron Center, Leon Rich of Washington, DC, and Nickolas Rich of St. Louis; great-grandchildren, Alexis Douglas and Brendon and Trenton Rich; brothers-in-law Marvin (Virginia) Evans and Gary Evans; and sister-in-law, Wilma Tempero. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Marian Anderson and Sharon Shroder; and two sisters-in-law, Linda Evans and Irene Dolan. Private family graveside services will be held Saturday, October 8, 2011 at North Sidney Cemetery, Rev. Theron Bailey officiating. Military honors will be rendered under the auspices of the Ray I. Booth American Legion Post 101, Greenville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans or Twin Oaks Activities Fund.
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There are currently 5 condolences.
Connie Worden Howes
Tuesday October 11, 2011 at
2:58 PM
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Karen and Gay, sorry to hear your father has passed away. I know how you feel because we loss our mother just a few days before your fataher. They both lived a long life. I can remember your dad was so funny when I stayed at your house when we were in high school. May you be comforted by your wonderful memories of your father.
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Gert Anderson Mazurek
Saturday October 8, 2011 at
12:20 PM
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My deepest sympathy on your family's loss. May you have many special memories to carry you through.
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Helen (Hamler) and Roger Caris
Friday October 7, 2011 at
1:32 PM
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Our sympathy in your loss. I Enjoyed visiting Gailen and Beatrice over the years with my parents (Arnold/Virginia). They were always so much fun to talk with and my parents thought the world of them. My mom really enjoyed her cruise with Beatrice so many years ago. It is sad to lose a parent no matter what the age. Thinking you at this time.
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Marlene Wheeler Grams
Friday October 7, 2011 at
5:57 AM
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Dear Gay, and Schroder Family, My condolences to all of you on your loss. May God comfort you during this time.
Gay, hope you remember me, and will keep in touch. I live back in Greenville now.
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Barb & Kirk Perry
Thursday October 6, 2011 at
5:41 PM
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family-
Barb & Kirk
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