Ronald R. Schroeder

Ronald R. Schroeder AMHERST — Ronald R. Schroeder, age 67 and a life resident of Amherst, died Monday, April 15, 2013 after a long illness. Ronald was born April 28, 1945 in Amherst, to the late Russell A. and Evelyn E. (nee Stark) Schroeder. Ron was a 1963 graduate of Marion L. Steele High School and a 1965 graduate of Lorain County Community College. Following college, Ron enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served for four years and was stationed at the McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey. Ron was a forty year employee of the Nordson Corporation in Amherst where he was a draftsman. He invented product design of paint and adhesive applications equipment which were patented by the United States Patent and Trademark Office on behalf of the Nordson Corporation. For his efforts, Ron was recognized by Nordson Corporation for the continued growth of the company. In the past, Ron enjoyed winter skiing and traveled with a group of friends who skied in the western United States. In later years, he traveled to Disney World, Florida and Las Vegas. Ron was a life member of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Amherst. Survivors include three brothers, Larry (Diane) and Gregory (Nancy) both of Berea, Brad (Renee) of Akron, eight nieces and nephews, six great nieces and nephews, and loving friends Lisa and Eric Hamilton of Lorain. Family will receive friends Monday, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at the Garland-Misencik Funeral Home, 851 Park Avenue, Amherst. There will be a private graveside service with military rites conducted by the Amherst Veterans Military Honor Guard in Ridge Hill Memorial Park, Amherst Township. Ron's brothers express gratitude for the loving care he received from his caregivers, Lisa and Eric.