Steven C. "Steve" Schroder

1947 - 2023

Steven C. Schroder 75, of Weimar, California, peacefully entered into rest on February 16, 2023, with his wife and youngest daughter by his side.
Steve is survived by his wife Rosanne, 3 children, Erin (Aaron) Pierce, Nathan Schroder (Julie), and Corrie (Steven) Rowe. 4 Grandsons: Elijah, Jonah, and Simon Pierce; and Devon Schroder.
The burial will be held on June 22, 2023, at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, California.
Steve was born in Highland Park, Michigan to Edward "Harry" and Iris Schroder on September 3, 1947. Steve's parents moved to Southern California in the 1960s. He graduated from Glendale Adventist Academy in 1966 and enlisted in the U.S. Army that following September. Steve was honorably discharged in 1967, following an injury. The Southern Pacific (S.P.) Railroad soon hired him. In 1970, Steve was given educational leave from the S.P. to attend Northern Michigan University (NMU) in Marquette, Michigan. It was there he met his future wife, Rosanne. They were married in 73' graduated NMU in 74', and moved to Montrose, California where they started their family. In 1989, Steve took a transfer to the Roseville office as the Head Timekeeper and the family resettled in Weimar, California. Steve held several occupations, after his 30-year railroad career. He was employed as an Administrative Assistant at Heald College, a driver for Pacific West Pharmacy, CCC in Auburn, and he loved being a Christmas Santa!
Steve belonged to the Auburn SDA Church, the Bicentennial Daylight Lodge, and the Order of the Eastern Star. He was Worthy Patron twice for Penrhyn Chapter and twice for Crystal Chapter.
Steve had a broad range of interest such as his faith, studying the Bible, researching history, photography, and music.
He could play the piano, organ, saxophone, and recorder. He gave thoughtful advice and guidance to his children, grandchildren, and friends.
His wife considered him very Brave! #1 He married her; and #2 he taught their 3 children how to drive. He is heartbreakingly missed by his family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation be made to your favorite charity or cause.
Please sign Steve's online guestbook at Legacy.com.