1943 - 2014
1943
2014
Arthur H. Schroeder Jr., age 70 of Elgin, Texas passed away Saturday, March 22, 2014. After a long and healthy life as a farmer/rancher in the Elgin area, he lost a courageous battle to cancer. Arthur passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family and loved ones. He was born July 19, 1943 in Elgin, Texas to Arthur and Bertha Schroeder. He was preceded in death by his parents; son Ahren Schroeder; brother J P Schroeder; and sister Artie Mae Schroeder.
Arthur is survived by his wife of 47 years Jan Schroeder; son Clint and wife Surenda Schroeder; daughter Merritt Schroeder; and grandchildren Victoria, Savannah, EmmaLeigh, and Sutton.
The family would like to thank Odyssey Hospice and all of the dedicated professionals who helped him through this journey.
Visitation will be 6:00-8:00pm Wednesday, March 26, 2014, Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home. A Celebration of Arthur's life will be 11:00am Thursday, March 27, 2014, St. Peters Lutheran Church, Elgin, TX.
In lieu of flowers, Arthur requested that donations be made to the charity of your choice.
Shane Nowlin
March 27, 2014
I just learned of Jr.'s passing about an hour ago. It's with great fondness that I remember the countless times I was welcomed into the Schroeder house when Clint and I were just boys in the mid 80's. Jr. was a great man. Our deepest sympathies to you all.
Fred Lundgren
March 27, 2014
Jan,
I was very saddened to learn of Jr's passing. My sincerest condolences go to you and the other members of your family.
Jimmie and Kay Cottle
March 27, 2014
Jan, we are sorry we could not be with you in this time of loss. Our prayers are with you and we are thankful for those good times we had over the years with you and Jr. God Bless you, Cuz.
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Gwendolyn Johnson
March 26, 2014
Mrs. Jan and family, My prayers are with you and family. I pray you will have much strength as you walk this path which is not measured by the number of steps but by the moments that you remember... May God Bless!
Ms. Gwen Johnson
Jack & Sandra Preston
March 25, 2014
Jan, Clint, Merritt and the rest of the family. We are so saddened by this. He was a wonderful man, always a pleasure to work with and proud to call him our friend.
Love Jack and Sandra Preston
John Mathis
March 24, 2014
Merritt, Clint and Jan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
2 Corinthians 5:8
We are confident that...(for the believer) to be absent from the body...is to be (instantly) present with the Lord. KJV
Thank God for JR home going. Our loss is his gain.
Pastor John C Mathis and family, Cleveland, TN
Sue Newquist Johansson
March 24, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Jan and the family at the loss of JR.
Scott Rother Family
March 24, 2014
May God's peace that surpasses all human understanding be with you in Christ.
Cathy & Robert Eckert
March 24, 2014
Jan & Family,
JR will always hold a special place in our hearts. He was an awesome man and I am honored to of known him. I will always cherish the times spent working/visiting/joking together.
Lots of Love,
Mickey Dorsey
March 23, 2014
Dear Jan & Family: Please know that you are in my prayers.
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Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home & Crematory - Elgin604 Highway 95 North, Elgin, TX 78621
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Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home & Crematory - Elgin604 Highway 95 North, Elgin, TX 78621