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Gary A. SCHROEDER
Gary A. SCHROEDER
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Gary SCHROEDER Obituary
Gary earned the rank of Eagle Scout and went on to graduate from Bethel High School in 1978 and then went on to pursue his lifetime dream of becoming an airline pilot. He attended and graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 1982, where he was a Sigma Chi. Early in his career he flew Sky Angel Karen, taught students to fly and was a corporate pilot for Noland Corporation before retiring from his career with Delta Airlines as a First Officer. Gary enjoyed traveling and visited a large portion of the world. He pursued many hobbies and was most passionate about helping and spending time with his family and friends.
He is preceded in rest by his father, Gerhardt Schroeder.
Gary is survived by his mother, Lois Schroeder; sisters, Vicki Weakley and husband, the Rev. Bart Weakley, and Donna Lawing and husband, Mike Lawing; brother, Douglas Schroeder, 'adopted' brother, Shannon Pettit; five nephews and nieces and one great-niece. He will be sadly missed by all his family, friends and special companion, Penny.
Friends are invited to visit from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Gary's life will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 118 Old York Hampton Hwy. in Yorktown. Private interment will be at a later date.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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sonja Nickeron
February 12, 2011
Vicki,
So sorry to hear of your bother's passing. We were friends many years ago working on the monorail and I wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers. May God give you strength during this difficult time.
Sonja
Brent & Lavinia Atkinson
February 4, 2011
How do you write a eulogy befitting of somebody like Gary, written words can only express an iota of what he meant to his family and friends, it simply cannot do him justice. A true altruistic renaissance man, a man as Mitch said, with generosity that knew no bounds, a man with character that would light up a room, a man who would go all in on a bad poker hand, and a man who passed away far too young.
You lived life Gary, always the bright spark in the room, it was an absolute pleasure knowing you all these years. You always left a great impression with anybody that met you, you are still a legend in Austria mate !
I will miss you Gary.
Sincerest condolences to his family
David DeWolf
February 1, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I very much enjoyed working with Gary at Delta. Please know you are in my prayers.
Deborah Matthews
January 24, 2011
Dear Mrs. Schroeder: I am a friend from way back, around 1980, and have such wonderful memories of your fantastic son. He was a gentleman and added so much to life. My condolences to you and your family.
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Karen Libbus
January 22, 2011
I am so very sorry to have heard of Gary's death... He and I flew together for quite a while doing traffic for Hampton Roads. He was quite a character , great sense of humor and quick whit. He made my job doing traffic fun and I know that his spirit soars like an Eagle above all of us that knew and loved him. Peace....'Sky Angel Karen' aka, Karen LIbbus, Gloucester Point, Va.
January 22, 2011
I can't tell you how very sorry I am to have heard of Gary's death. He and I flew together for quite a while and I remember his quick whit, sense of humor and above all his great ability to fly and to help me do the job I loved best. Gary was truly an 'Eagle' and I think his spirit still soars above all of us that knew him.... I am so very sorry for the loss to all of you , his family that he loved . 'Sky Angel Karen'....aka, Karen Libbus.
Jenny Buck
January 21, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss of such a great man. May God Bless your entire family,
Jenny McKinney Buck
RON MACKO
January 21, 2011
SORRY TO HEAR THIS SAD NEWS. I FLEW A FEW TRIPS WITH GARY AND REALLY ENJOYED HIS COMPANY.
January 20, 2011
Shocked and saddened to hear of Gary's passing. He was one of a kind and will be missed! What a good guy and great friend. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Todd Lake
January 19, 2011
Vicki -So sorry to hear of your brother's sudden passing. Please know you and your family are being held in thought and prayer. May God be with you all.
I'm only a phone call away if you need me. Linda Barnett (Roanoke, Va.)
Jim Penn
January 19, 2011
To Garys family, I was shocked to hear this terrible news. Gary was such a good guy. I will never forget the times on the "Sip & Dip" with him, especially when he danced to Cher,or the times at Mitches playing cards. He will be missed. Jim Penn
Abbe Kemack
January 19, 2011
Dear Mom Schroeder and rest of the family. My thoughts, my heart and my arms go out to you...It gives me peace to know that Gary is now with Dad Schroeder.
with Love and peaceful, healing thoughts, Abbe
Maureen ("Mo") Rastetter
January 19, 2011
Mrs. Schroeder, Doug, Shannon and Schroder family,
I am deeply saddened to hear about Gary. I have very fond memories of Gary and he will always hold a special place in my heart. I know his family and friends meant the world to him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Katina Malliarakis
January 19, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about your loss and I am praying for your family. I flight instructed with Gary at Flight International and we had such a great time working together. We lost touch after we got our "real jobs". May his memory be eternal.
Perine Packett
January 19, 2011
Doug,Shannon and family, I dont even know where to begin to tell you all how very sorry I am to hear this news about Gary. I have thought about him many times wondering how things were with him and everyone and hoped for the very best. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time and always.
Gregg Rorabaugh
January 18, 2011
So sorry to hear about Gary's passing. He will live on forever in our hearts and memories. I am a fellow Sigma Chi from Daytona and have fond memories of many good times together. Please know that my prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Dan Wiesner
January 18, 2011
Hard to believe he is gone.
He would call me occasionally and rapidly discuss a multitude of unrelated subjects. I will miss those. One thing about him - he was always concerned and interested in others and their well-being. Very self-less.
My condolences to the family.
Mary Mister
January 18, 2011
Doug and Shannon, I am sorry for the loss of Gary. What a wonderful guy he was! Always smiling and having fun. What great times we had at the marina and on Sip n Dip!!! Keep your memories close and know he has found his ship and parties in the sky. Ya'll are in my prayers.
Cary Spangler
January 18, 2011
Gary was one of my best friends in high school and college and I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. We had some great times together getting in trouble in Mr. Majka's physics class, camping in Nags Head on skip weekend, road trips to Blacksburg, and visiting Gary at Embry-Riddle in Daytona on spring break. Any time you were with Gary you knew you were going to have a good time. My condolences to his family.
Gary and Kathy Hintz
January 18, 2011
Aunt Lois, Vicki, Donna, Doug and Families,
So sorry for your loss of Gary. He was a man with a big heart. He always wanted celebrations to be special. I feel fortunate to have him stay with us when Brian passed away. The Lord has ways to comfort us. May you find God's comfort and peace through this difficult time and know you are not alone. Prayers and hugs from Wisconsin....
Mitch Watson
January 18, 2011
This is very hard to write, I loved Gary like a brother. He was a great friend and one of the most generous people on this planet. We will all miss him very much for a long time. My thoughts and prayers to his great family.
Mitch Watson
Tom Jensen
January 18, 2011
Gary was a good man and I am deeply saddened to hear this news. While my contact with Gary had been limited to class reunions since high school my memories of Gary are fond and many. He was funny, bright and charming with a quick wit and a kind heart. He will be sorely missed by his friends and family. My heart goes out to all of you.
Robert & Sherry Whitaker
January 17, 2011
We've known Gary for almost 15 years. A kind and gentle spirit that everyone liked. Gary was all about family - he cared deeply for those close to him. You had to love him!
We worked with him on the EvapoRite Board of Directors and dealt with the hard issues associated with a startup company. No matter the circumstance, he always had a positive outlook and he truly believed it would succeed. Then we let our hair down with Gary when he threw the best Christmas parties on the planet.
We'll miss his charming smile and warm heart. May God watch over you and keep you.
January 17, 2011
Shroeder Family
You are in our thoughts and prayers tonight.
Richie and Lisa (Messick) Ryan
January 17, 2011
Doug and Shannon. How sad we are to hear about Gary. What a great guy and what wonderful memories we have from Sip n Dip and the marina parties. You will each always have a special place in our hearts. Kay and Sonny Daniels
Laurie Alouf
January 17, 2011
Praying for the family. Gary was a fraternity brother of my husband,Tom, who just passed away in Oct. I am sure they are up in heaven having a beer or two. God Bless,
Mike & Sylvia Burton
January 17, 2011
Mrs.Schroeder, Doug and family we are sorry to hear about the sudden loss of Gary. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers, God Bless.
Gary Miller
January 17, 2011
Schroeder Family,
I am sorry to hear about the loss to your Family.Gary will be missed by many Family and Friends.
Hank& Cal Gibson
January 17, 2011
Dear Lois and Family:
Please know that our Prayers are with you at this sad time in your life. Many have spoken about how much fun Gary Alan was. He certainly was fun on the last boat trip that he was so gracious to take his Mother's senior friends to Smithfield Station. We have pleasant memories of Gary. May GOD continue to keep you in HIS care.
Ricky Rogers
January 17, 2011
My wife Vicki,and I will miss Gary! He was a very generous friend! He always brought food for everyone when we met to play cards, and was very enjoyable to bowl with! Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family!
johnny&renee bostic
January 17, 2011
DOUG we are truly sorry to here about your brother GARY we will keep you and your family in are prayers
MaryBeth Burton
January 17, 2011
Dearest Douglas P, Donna and Momma Schroeder: I am so sad to hear of Gary's passing, seems like just yesterday we were all at the friends reunion at the Park. My how fast our life can change. You are all deep in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace and always watch us from above.
MaryBeth Burton
Mark Hines
January 17, 2011
One of many enjoyable memories that both Gary and I share is when he would visit me at the Charles City County house. We would have a plan for the day that may include cutting down trees, splitting wood, repairing the house, auto, or boat parts (Gary was a great handyman). To end the day we would cook out on the grill making delicious steaks, chicken, and seafood. We always made enough to feed more than just the two of us. During this time we would watch our dogs play and sit back and reminisce through the night. Rest in Peace my good friend! My thoughts and prayers go out the family.
Bucky Feagans
January 17, 2011
Gary was a good friend from Bethel High school class of 78. He could always be counted on for laugh. I wish his family the best possible at this very tough time .
Randy Gilliland
January 17, 2011
Gary was a great guy. We had so much fun, so many good times in high school and after. He had a warm heart and loved his friends dearly. I know there are many who cared for him deeply, including me, who wish they could have reached me in his time of need. My heartfelt condolences to his family. I'm very proud to have had Gary as a friend.
Carole Ferro
January 17, 2011
Lois and Family - My deepest sympathy to you on your loss. Having a son the same age as Gary makes me realize that I must treasure now more than ever every moment that we have. Our faith in the Lord will get us through these hard times along with our memories and loving support of our friends and family. May Got be with you during your time of need. Love, Carole Ferro
Ricky @ Vicki Rogers
January 17, 2011
Praying for your family.We were so sorry to hear about Gary. May Gary rest in peace in the loving arms of Jesus. God bless you all. Ricky and Vicki Rogers
Pamela (Mason) Burris
January 17, 2011
Donna, I am so sorry to learn that your brother passed away. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chuck Daniel
January 17, 2011
There are times in one's life, when you are blessed by a "Special Soul" who comes into your life....I am one of MANY, who experienced that with Gary! He came into my life when I moved to Hampton in 1974....I knew no one, but was lucky to encounter The Three Amigos: tall & quiet Karl, funny & quiet Mark, HILARIOUS & not-quiet-at-all Gary. Our ranks grew, Shannon, Jeff, Jim, Mike, and the constant denominator was Gary. I would have to characterize Gary as "The Lovable Rascall", as he was always the center of having us guys be together, enjoying loads of laughs, and his main concern was always making sure that everyone around him was enjoying life to the fullest. I loved Gary like a brother, and know my life is less bright without him being in it. Rest in Peace my Friend. My thoughts & payers are with Gary's family and friends.
January 16, 2011
Lois,
Our prayers are with you during this terrible time of grief. We were not privileged to know Gary but we know that, with you as his mother, he was an incredible, talented man and that the world is a much sadder, lesser place without him. May the Lord hold you close and wrap you in His comfort.
Phil and Laura Moessner
Yorktown, Virginia
Jerry and Betty Hefner
January 16, 2011
Lois,
Betty and I are so sorry for the losses you have had to bear this past week. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that are you are loved deeply by many who will be by your side as your travel through this difficult journey.
God will provide you the strength and courage that you will need.
Jerry and Betty Hefner
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