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William Schrodel Obituary

William Flook Schrodel, Massey Maryland, William (Bill) Schrodel died at home December 8, 2024. Bill was born March 7, 1940, in Frederick Maryland the son of Charles Suman Schrodel and Eleanor Renn (Flook) Schrodel. He grew up on a dairy farm in Frederick and continued farming in Frederick until moving to Massey Maryland in 1992. Bill graduated from Frederick High School, he was in the FFA, he was Past Master of the Columbia Lodge 58, he was a member of the Train Collector Association (TCA), First State Model Railroad Club, Shore Line Garden Railroad Club, B&O Railroad Museum, and Farm Bureau member and served on board of the Farm Cooperative Association (FCA).

In addition to his parents Bill was predeceased by his sister Arianna Regester. Bill is survived by his siblings Charles (Jack) Schrodel of Frederick Maryland, David Schrodel of Frederick Maryland, and George (Philip) Schrodel of Brunswick Maine. Bill is survived by his wife of 65 years, Kathleen Theresa Schrodel; three sons William D. Schrodel, Robert M. Schrodel Sr, and John (Jack) L. Schrodel. He has 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Services will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be offered to Compass Regional Hospice, 160 Coursevall Dr., Centreville, MD 21617.

Arrangements by Galena Funeral Home of Stephen L. Schaech William Schrodel

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Published by The Frederick News-Post on Dec. 10, 2024.

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Tom Mauchly

December 12, 2024

I've known Bill and Kathleen since I was in kindergarten. I grew up good friends with Billy and Bob and Jack, worked hard and played hard. Bill was no nonsense but loved a good laugh. I loved his basement trains and his running them and showing off his detailed landscapes. All our love to the family,
Tom and Tracee.

Flora Hand

December 12, 2024

I met Bill when my car was stuck along the road and he stopped to help. I was new to the neighborhood and we soon discovered our oldest sons went to first grade together. Bill and Kathleen became lifelong friends to Jim and me. Bill was always kind and had a ready wit. Prayers for the family.

Andrew Rhea

December 11, 2024

Bill was definitely a man you never forget. I haven't seen him since the 80's when he was a regular fixture at Wickham Studio. I was in my teens back then and he left enough of an impression that I never forgot him. Tough as nails but a very kind person with a very quiet wisdom about him.

Ellen Woodcock

December 10, 2024

Bill
Schrodel was one of those "bigger than life" individuals. He was a very hard worker, he was loyal and opinionated and enthusiastic about the people and things he loved. He was also amazingly creative - with his train layouts, his great variety of interests and especially his beautiful zen gardens. He is not a man you could ever forget, just one you´ll always miss.

jim putman

December 10, 2024

Bill was a classmate in the Frederick High School Class of '58. I remember him as one of the "good guys". Condolences to his family---he will be greatly missed. jim putman

John Staley

December 10, 2024

Condolences to the family of a brother Mason. May he rest in peace.

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