William F. “Bill” Schroeder
William F. “Bill” Schroeder, age 69, of Shelby, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. His death came unexpectedly during a minor heart procedure.
Bill was born November 4, 1954 in Shelby to the late Eugene J. and Mary Ann (Follman) Schroeder. A 1973 graduate of Buckeye Central High School and Pioneer Joint Vocational School, Bill worked for 27 years in the cable tv industry. He then took a position with the City of Shelby as a lineman for his remaining 8.5 working years. An early diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease at the age of 46 altered Bill and his family’s life taking each step as it came. He was open to various forms of treatment and therapy, adapted with change, and remained positive in the journey. Bill truly became an ambassador and advocate for Parkinson’s doctors and patients, helping others know the benefits of care and treatment and how to live full and joyous lives.
And living a joyous and full life is exactly what Bill did. His passion was golf, being a scratch golfer for years. He thoroughly enjoyed giving lessons and being a Shelby Whippet Golf Team Assistant Coach for his son, Justin, for several years. Additionally, he had coached Shelby Little League, and had also served on their Board of Directors, and Shelby YMCA basketball when his sons, Justin and Curtis, were younger.
Bill had a true love for God’s land and nature. Coming from a family of farmers, farming has always been in his blood, having continuously helped on the farm since childhood. He found solace in creating and caring for food plots to grow and nurture animals and always found peace in being outdoors, especially when hunting.
Bill was a true family man who loved his wife, sons, and grandchildren with everything he had. He was forever their advocate and supporter. His loving wife, Francine Helen “Fran” (Robey) Schroeder, whom he married November 14, 1981, survives, along with their sons and daughters-in-law: Justin (Larissa) Schroeder of Shelby and Curtis (Alisha) Schroeder of Marysville; grandchildren: Grayson, Jaxon, Zane, Mya, Brody, and Ivy; siblings: Sue (Pat) Logsdon of New Washington, Patty (Russ) Todd of Galena, and John (Angel) Schroeder of Shelby; brothers-in-law: Curt (Sally) Robey and Steve (Rhonda) Robey; step mother-in-law: Dorothy Robey; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Family and friends are welcome on Sunday, April 21, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the Penwell Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 22, 2024 at 10:30 am at Core Community Church, 18 Seneca Drive, Shelby, where Bill was a member. Pastor Ben Carver will officiate the services with burial following in Oakland Cemetery, Shelby. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shelby Athletic Boosters for the benefit of the Golf Program, C/O Cathy Dodge, 145 Mansfield Avenue, Apt. #7, Shelby, Ohio 44875.
Condolences may be left on Bill’s obituary on the funeral home’s website (PenwellTurner.com) or their Facebook page (Facebook.com/PenwellFuneral).
To view Bill’s Tribute video, click here: William F. “Bill” Schroeder Tribute Video
Fran and family we are so sorry to hear of your loss our deepest condolences and prayers in the days ahead
Fran and family…lost a great person on this earth. You all lost a great love in your lives. With those beautiful blue eyes he will continue to watch over all of you.. love and prayers
Gary and I are sorry for your loss. May the memories that you shared bring you comfort. Prayers to you and your family.
fran and family you have our sympathies and prayers for your loss.Bill was a very good man and teacher for so many kids we first met when Shirley and curt were playing Y basketball. May GOD be with you and carry you through this painful time.
Dear Fran, Justin, Curtis and your families,
Dear John and Angel, Sue and Pat, Patty and Russ and your families,
So very very sorry to learn of Bill’s passing. May God’s love, peace, comfort and strength be to each of you at this time to help you through this loss. Those we love leave such huge holes in our hearts….. may knowing others are lifting you in prayers and holding you close in caring thoughts, help you now when needed most. May all your precious moments together now become your treasured memories.
So sorry to hear of your loss! Keeping you all in our prayers!
Dear Fran and family,
I want to extend my deepest condolences to you on the loss of Bill. He was obviously an extraordinary husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be missed. My prayers go out to you.
I’m so sorry for the loss of Bill. He enlighten alot of People n friends. I know Jesus walked him home. Prayers for the families n may Angels comfort you thru this.
Vicki
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Bill was a friend growing up around the Schroeder family and always had a great smile for everyone. You have my deepest sympathy.
Schroeder family please accept our condolences and know your all in our prayers Years ago you opened up your home to our kids Chad & Charlie Leanne and OWU golf team too as I remember we all had a great time !We will never forget the LOVE you showed us Bill being such a kind and loving fellow had lots to say especially to the boys and being a “ Linemen” their all cut from Gods grace ✝️ for sure it’s a brotherhood a unique group Fran Justin & Curtis and your entire family again will be held in our prayers Bill is Safely Home in Heaven and you will see him again Jesus won this for all of us on the cross – Love from Bill & Lori Poling Chad & Ashley Poling and Charlie ( Poling) Nate Manges
Please accept my heartfelt condolences, and may you find comfort in the arms of those who care about you. Prayers for you and your family.
Sending my care and love to all of you in this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. What a shock. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
My deepest sympathy to Bill’s family. As a classmate, I remember Bill’s smile and always looking for fun! It’s so hard to lose someone you love and care about.
John, Angel, and Family, I want to say how sorry iam hearing of Bills passing. Not only was he a classmate of mine, he was a nice guy also! He fought a good fight, and went threw alot. May he Rest in Peace! Keeping everyone in my
Fran, Justin, Curtis and families:
I want you to know how sorry I am for the loss of your husband, father, grandfather. Bill was surely a wonderful man who managed a lot of changes in his life! He worked through some difficult times, as well as all of you! I hope he is doing all the things he loved in God’s Kingdom. He deserves peace and comfort forever more. May you all find peace through sharing cherished memories! He was so proud of his family, as he should be! God’s peace to all of you.
Sue, Patty and John – please accept my heartfelt and sincere condolences on the untimely passing of your brother Bill. Although I have not seen you for many years, I will always recall wonderful years growing up as neighbors. May he rest in peace.
Fran and Family – So sorry for your loss.Our heartfelt sympathy to all. We appreciated your friendship with our entire family. Bill will be missed.
I heard of Bill passing today,my heart is sad. He was caring soul. Fran and family you are in my prayers.
Our deepest condolences to all the family. May God comfort you as you remember happy memories. Prayers!
Fran and family,saddened at Hearing about Bill’s passing. May he rest now in heaven
As a classmate with Bill at Buckeye Central, I will always remember his quick smile and looking for fun in any situation! Sending my sincere sympathy to his family. It’s so hard to lose someone you love and care for.
Dear Fran and sons: So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. You all have my deepest sympathy. ‘When someone you love becomes a memory, the memories become a treasure.’ Prayers to all of your family.
Sorry to hear the news of Bills passing. Haven’t seen Bill since I worked with him on the farm. Always a great guy, as well as John and Gene. Our prayers are with each and all of you.
Prayers and sincere condolences on your loss. Thinking of you during this time. He was a great grandpa cheering on Jaxon at academic challenge and supportive of his family. Hold those family memories close. -Mrs. Gilger and family
Mrs. Schroeder, Justin, and Curt,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You and your families are certainly in my thoughts. Many fond memories of seeing Mr. Schroeder at various events, and I know he was very proud of his family.