GERALD SCHROEDER
October 28, 1938 - February 21, 2025
Obituary
Gerald R. Schroeder, 86, of Neenah, WI passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on February 21, 2025. Born on October 28, 1938, to Harvey and Sadie (Breaker) Schroeder.
Married to Jeanette Klimoski on October 25, 1958. Jerry worked at Miller Electric for 30 years up until his retirement. Throughout his life and in his retirement, he could be found snowmobiling with family and friends, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with his grandkids and whatever pets were around.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Sadie Schroeder; his wife Jeanette Schroeder; his siblings Marjorie, Donald, Berton, Russell, Arlen, and Glen Schroeder.
He is survived by his children Julie (Jessica DeBruin), David (Kristine Meyer), Jill Laeyendecker (Richard Plantz), and Rick Schroeder; his grandchildren Derek Laeyendecker (Melissa Schulteis), Jake (Sami) Laeyendecker, Samantha (Adam Liske) Schroeder; and a great-granddaughter Delaney Laeyendecker. Jerry is further survived by his furry friend Jax and many nieces and nephews.
A special thank you to our brother, Rick, for all of the care and compassion he gave to our dad. We love you and cannot thank you enough.
Per Jerry's wishes, there will be no formal service. In lieu of flowers please donate to OARS or the Neenah Animal Shelter in his name.