John “Jack” Schroeder

jack schroederPraise God that our Faithful Husband, Father and Grandfather is now in Heaven with Jesus, His Promise of “Rest” has come to Fruition. Passed away peacefully with his loving family by side on April 16, 2014 after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma at 74 years of age. Beloved husband of Marlene (nee Dunn) for 54 years. Loving father of Jay (Tricia), Jon and Jill (Charles). Treasured grandpa of James, Jacob, Charlotte, Julia, Jada and Jacey. Dear brother of Larry (Gayle)  and the late Bill (Judy). Jack will be missed by his nieces, nephews and dear friends. Jack was a teacher and coach for 38 years, lifetime member of the Windsor District Basketball and Football Referee Associations and the first recipient of the Sydney Halter Award for National recognition of amateur football. He left in indelible mark on hundreds of Canadians through his continuous contribution to sport, up to and including the last year of his life, through  admission to both the University of Windsor and Essex County Sports Hall of Fame. Jack was also a proud and active member of Theatre Alive which he shared with his 3 granddaughters Charlotte, Julia and Jacey. If you so desire, donations to the Multiple  Myeloma Association would be appreciated by the family.