Roger Schroeder Obituary

Roger Thomas Schroeder passed away at his home with his loving family beside him on June 27, 2025.

Roger was born in the Sandy Hill community in Washington county on April 10, 1936 to his parents, Willie Schroeder, Jr. and Millie (Pohlmeyer) Schroeder. He was baptized on 5/10/36 by Pastor C.J. Appel. He later was confirmed by C.J. Appel on 4/2/1950.

Roger graduated from Brenham High School in 1954 and began his career in the farming equipment business. He met his love, Elvera Holle and they were married at Bethlehem Lutheran Church of Wm. Penn on 7/3/55 by Pastor Theo R. Griesse. They were blessed with two sons, Roger Dale (Cheryl) and Ronald Douglas (Dorcas) and a daughter, Vera Renee (Michael) Brinkmann. Their children blessed them with grandchildren: Ryan D. (Sabrina) Schroeder, Collin (Amy) Schroeder, Christen (Corey) Malone, Ian Schroeder (Sarena Hempling), Katrina Schroeder and Annelise Schroeder and seven great grandchildren. He was also blessed with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Roger developed his career in the Farm Equipment Sales and Service industry and was co-owner of Bren-Tex Tractor with Milton Hueske. He was also very dedicated to his church, having served as the Sunday School Superintendent at Bethlehem for many years, as well as being an Elder, Chairman of the congregation and Financial Secretary.

After retirement, he continued doing farm work by raising cattle and doing custom haymaking. He also enjoyed watching TV in his free time, particularly watching many Judge shows.

He is survived by his wife, children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law, Willie A. Holle, mother-in-law, Amanda (Boenker) Holle; siblings, Gliffard (Irene) Schroeder, Dover (Jean Ann) Schroeder, Audrey (Vernon) Kennedy, Bernell (Carl) Dimoush, and great grandson- Dustin Hunter.

Services will be on Monday, June 30, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church of Wm. Penn with Pastor Kelly Krieg officiating. Burial will be following the service at the church cemetery.

Pallbearers will be: Ryan Schroeder, Collin Schroeder, Ian Schroeder, Corey Malone, Rylan Schroeder, Lane Borgstedt, Rowdy Borgstedt and Zech Malone.

Roger’s family would like to express special thanks to his Harmony Hearts Caregivers: Rhoda, Jennifer, Nicole, La’Kresha, Lakendra, and Shawndrale for their excellent and compassionate care.

Memorial contributions should be directed to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, the Hydrocephalus Association or any charity of your choice.