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Charles Schrader Obituary
Charles W. "Chuck" Schrader, 71, of Sycamore, IL, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at Pine Acres Rehab and Living Center in DeKalb. He was born on Sept. 15, 1936 in Champaign, IL, the son of Paul and Dorothy, nee Ball, Schrader. He married Barbara A. Barthel on June 15, 1958 in Pekin, IL. He was a teacher and coach for 39 years. He was named to the IHSA Football Coach's Hall of Fame in April of 1990. He served on the IHSA Football Coach's Advisory Committee from 1980 to 1983. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; his two daughters, Jill (Thomas)
McClaughry of Hoffman Estates, IL and
Linda (Hermy) Bobowski of Des Plaines, IL; his son, David (Meri) Schrader of Cincinnati, OH; his five grandchildren, Benjamin, Adam, Brayden, Tyler and Lindsay; his sister, Marianne (Kenneth) Kellerhals of Champaign, IL; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held Friday, July 11, 2008 at 11 a.m. at First Lutheran Church, 324 North 3rd Street in DeKalb with Rev. Marilyn Hanson officiating. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Anderson Funeral Home in DeKalb. Interment of cremated remains will take place at Fairview Park Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established for Charles W. Schrader c/o the Anderson Funeral Home, Ltd., P.O. Box 605, 2011 South 4th Street, DeKalb, IL 60115. For information, please call
815-756-1022.
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Sean Monteyne
June 13, 2021
I played football for Chuck back when he was the head football coach at Moline High School. Coach saw something in me that I didn´t see in myself. He was instrumental in teaching me confidence and how to desire more from the game of football.
I suffered a severe football injury in the 1st game of my junior year and after my 4.5 hour surgery he was at the hospital till after 11pm to make sure I was ok. He was like a 2nd father to me in someways and I will always remember his ability to show me the importance of life through the game of football. He truly was a special person and dearly missed throughout the game of football and life.
My deepest condolences to all his living family members!
God Bless!
John Bolger
July 24, 2008
I just heard about Mr. Schrader's passing today & wanted to share my deepest condolences to family & friends. The world lost a great person. I was lucky enough to play under coach from 90-93, & really enjoyed his honesty, intelligence, & passion for the game. He also taught me a few new swear words I never knew existed :)
He was always went out of his way to lift people up, & brought out the best in us. I’ll never forget when he gave me his KFC dinner on a road trip when we ran short saying, “Heck, I don’t even like chicken, & the biscuit’s so hard we could have played with it today”. He left his mark on me, & happy to have known him. Best to his family & friends…
Paul Courtney
July 21, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies, Mrs. Schrader, Dave, Jill, and Linda. Mr. Schrader (Coach) was a positive influence on my life, as good educators and coaches are. I recall memorable motivational speeches in the locker room and wise advice on life in homeroom and in health class. Those words have stayed with me over the years and I occasionaly look back upon them and have repeated a few to my children, so it was with a sad heart that I heard the news today (courtesy of Bob Barry, fellow Ottawa classmate & Pirate). Coach Schrader wasn't just an educator, he was a mentor in many ways to many young men, who I am sure are better for it. I am fortunate and proud to have known him.
Michael Courtney
July 21, 2008
Today I sadly learned of the passing of Mr. Schrader through a distant friend. Mr. Schrader was the head coach for Ottawa High School varsity football team while his son, David, and I played football there together. We remained close friends throughout our tenure at OHS and the University of Illinois, but somehow lost touch with David and “Crew II” along the way. Although time and geography have grown distant, my fond memories have not. Please accept my deepest of sympathies and I hope that this occasion might provide us with the opportunity to reunite.
Very sincerely and respectfully,
Michael “Kunta” Courtney
OHS Class of ‘78
72 Federation Road
Bedford, NH 03110
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Paul Grethey
July 21, 2008
I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to play football under Coach Shrader while attending St. Ambrose University. I will always remember Coach as someone who put being a better person in front of being a better football player. I was truly fortunate to have the opportunity to play under such a special man, and was blessed to have him as a role model. Coach Shrader touched the lives of many youg men while at St. Ambrose and he will truly be missed.
Maxwell (Max) Cisne
July 20, 2008
Barbara: We met only a few times, but as young boys growing up in Champaign, IL Chuck and I were the best of friends. We never stayed in regular touch, but the memories are as vivid now as back then! My most poignant memory of Chuck (and there were many!) was catching the touchdown pass from Chuck that tied the football game with Danville, IL HS - one of the many memorable moments that eventually helped CHS win the Big 12 Conference football championship in 1954.
You and family are in my thoughts and prayers!
Jane Leggett
July 15, 2008
Barbara....Years have gone by and you might struggle with remembering the name. I am Jerry Leggett's widow. Jerry thought so much of Chuck and enjoyed the years they coached together at Hinsdale South. I have been out of town and just recently learned of Chuck's passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts!
Jeff Girsch
July 14, 2008
I was very fortunate to both play for and coach with Coach Shrader at SAU. I will remember him as a coach with great class and a desire to shape young men's lives. He was a positive role model and was one of my biggest influences to get into coaching. For that I will always hold dear my playing and coaching relationship with Coach Shrader. Spending time with him at his Cabin in Wisconsin fishing will be wonderful memories I will hold onto. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends.
Dale J. Wilkinson
July 11, 2008
I was a 1998 Football recruit of Chuck's from Streator, IL. He provided me a great opportunity to play football at St. Ambrose University and more importantly the opportunity to earn a college degree.
He was always focused on a good balance of athletics and education and provided me the support to achieve at both.
My condolence to his family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during your time of grief.
A great person, leader and coach will be missed.
Jody Vavaroutsos
July 10, 2008
As a friend of the Schrader family, Mr. Schrader was a class act and a wonderful coach. I have many fond memories going to football games with their family and celebrating in the Schraders Ottawa home basement. May you find comfort and peace in your many memories. Peace and love.. Jody (Piller) Vavaroutsos
Paul Blanke
July 10, 2008
Illini ATOs mourn the passing of this wonderful brother and friend.
Stacey Deegan
July 10, 2008
I have very fond memories of Mr. Schrader when we were 'behind the wheel' in Drivers Ed class at DeKalb HS. He was a great teacher and a real class act. He never played favorites or gave preferential treatment. That's what I remember most about him. He made DHS a better place while he was there.
Lisa Angel
July 9, 2008
As a close friend to Linda, I can say that not only was Chuck a great father and family man but a leader and friend as well. He will be missed and remembered for all the wonderful things he did in his lifetime.
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