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Richard Schroeder Obituary

Schroeder Jr., Richard E. Age 53, late of Lockport passed away peacefully on Friday November 15, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Richard proudly worked at his family's business, Schroeder Material Incorporated in Worth for many dedicated years. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Survived by his loving wife, Diana M. (nee Serna) Schroeder; devoted parents, Richard E. Sr. and Lydia (nee Vanderkooy) Schroeder; his children, J. Michael (Jessica) Serna, Jenna Lynn (Simon) Staub, Mariah Dianna Schroeder and Richard "Ricky" Scott Schroeder; cherished grandchildren, Elena, Dylan and Gabriel Serna and Ethan Staub; one brother, David (Melissa) Schroeder; nephew, Benjamin Schroeder and numerous uncle, aunts, nieces, nephews and dear friends also survive. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital would be greatly appreciated. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, November 20, 2019 in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel, 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport, IL 60441 at 10:00am. Burial Chapel Hill Garden South Cemetery, Oak Lawn. Visitation Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at the funeral home from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Family and friends can sign the online guestbook or obtain direction at www.oneilfuneralhome.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 16, 2019.

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Phillip

November 19, 2019

sincere condolences and deepest sympathy.Prayers to all the family.

November 19, 2019

Sincere condolences and deepest sympathy.
Prayers to all the family.
Phil and Brenda Burton

November 17, 2019

Diana & family,, Larry & I are so very sorry for your lost..I know these past few years have been tough on you all, but also know that you were a great wife & stood by his side to take care of him..We were in Lockport in Oct, and we stopped and seen Brenda & Bill & were going to stop to see you both, but Brenda advised that Rich was not up to company..Diana, when you get through this,please contact me on facebook,, I miss our friendship that we had... Take care, Love, Sandy & Larry Perryman

Dee Milligan

November 16, 2019

Rich, you were the best neighbor anyone could ever ask for. I'm sorry your last years were spent fighting such a horrible disease. I will always hold memories of our "neighbor days" close to my heart. Thank you for your help and kindness during the worst days of my life. Give Bryan a hug for me. Love you dear friend.

James Lynch

November 16, 2019

Richie, I will miss you. Rest in Peace your fight is over. Love you, Jim

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19

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

O'Neil Funeral Home and Heritage Crematory - Lockport

1105 E. 9th St., Lockport, IL 60441

Nov

20

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

O'Neil Funeral Home and Heritage Crematory - Lockport

1105 E. 9th St., Lockport, IL 60441

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1105 E. 9th St., Lockport, IL 60441

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