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John Schrader Obituary
He attended Blessed Virgin Mary Elementary School and Monsignor Bonner High School. Later in life after earning a degree from Hahnemann University, John spent the most fulfilling years of his working career as a cancer research associate at Janssen Pharmaceutical Co.
John's greatest joy was spending time with his loved ones and traveling with them; to Lancaster, Seaside Heights and anywhere family and friends gathered. He was an ardent Phillies fan. He loved music from Leon Redbone to Adele. John could take a blade to a block of wood and transform a raw stick of Irish blackthorn into a unique, one of a kind walking stick.
A heartfelt thank you to the wonderful family members, friends and neighbors who helped to make the rough road travelled this year a little smoother.
Survivors: Beloved husband and best friend of Mary (nee Julien) and world's greatest Dad to Brendan (Elana, his daughter by love); dear brother of Kevin (Barbara); brother by love of Joe, Kathy, Rose, Ken and loving uncle of Stephen, Chris, Joe, Chris, Kenny and Donna.
Visitation: Monday, 9 a.m. in Blessed Virgin Mary Church, MacDade Blvd. and Main St., Darby, PA 19023
Funeral Mass: Monday, 9:30AM, Blessed Virgin Mary Church.
Burial: SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery
Contributions may be made to City of Hope, 1608 Walnut St., Suite 1702, Philadelphia, PA 19103, Attn: Michele DiVeterano (For Rose's Buds) or to the Cancer Research Center of your choice.
Arrangements: O'Leary Funeral Home
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Memories and Condolences
for John Schrader
Beverly Catalemo
July 20, 2016
Dear Mary, I'm truly sorry to have learned of John's passing.
My memories of John will that of a good friend, beloved husband and father. He was exceptional human being and I feel blessed to have known him. My heart felt condolences reach out to you, Brendon and family. I will keep all you in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Beverly
Mary
September 17, 2014
No longer in my arms, always on my mind, forever in my heart. How lucky I am to have loved and been loved by someone who was so hard to say goodbye to. Happy 36th Anniversary Johnny. I'll love you forever and miss you until we meet again. Monk
Through the years
Mary Schrader
May 18, 2014
Marcy Basile-Mahoney
November 20, 2013
So sorry to hear of John's passing. My prayers are with Mary, Brendan, Kevin and the rest of your family.
November 20, 2013
May John be Welcomed Home into Jesus' arms. Rest in Peace.
All prayers and condolences to John's entire family and friends.
Sincerely,
Ellie Gibbons/Taddei.
Marla Basile Montalto
November 20, 2013
Mary and Brendan, I am so so sorry to hear about John. I was shocked to see his name listed on the Bonner/Prendie newsletter. Please accept my sympathies. I wish I had known sooner. My prayers are with you both and Kevin and the rest of the family. -Marla Basile Montalto
Mary S
October 31, 2013
How lucky I am to have known someone who was so hard to say good bye to. We never had it all together but together, we had it all. All my love forever and an eon.
Monk
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