This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ChgoKid Surnames: Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.wisconsin.counties.shawano/16253/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Shawano Leader Sunday, June 28, 2009 Douglas Schroeder Douglas Schroeder, age 83, of Shawano, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2009. He was born Nov. 1, 1925 in Oshkosh to the late Hugo and Janet (Moore) Schroeder. Doug joined the army in 1945, but was discharged after a car accident left him disabled. He then married Helen Postl on Oct. 14, 1948 in Oshkosh where they lived for several years. Doug was a union negotiator for the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners for 23 years, and a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Helen; several very special nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and great nephews. He is further survived by his brother Gerald (Fran) Schroeder, Colorado; brothers-in-law James (Emily) Postl, Sterling Heights, Mich., and Richard (Seiko) Postl, Shawano; and a sister-in-law, JoAnn Schroeder. Doug also leaves behind his good friend Buddy. Doug was also preceded in death by his parents and his brothers Merle (Jane) (Carol) and Ralph. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30, at Swedberg Funeral Home, with the Rev. Dave Parrett officiating. Burial will be in Lake Drive Cemetery, with full military honors. Family and friends may call at Swedberg Funeral Home on Monday, June 29, from 4 to 6 p.m. and Tuesday, June 30, from 9 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Doug's name should be made to the Shawano County Humane Society. Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Manor Health Care Center, Heartland Hospice and Dr. Lewis for the wonderful care given to Douglas. www.swedbergfuneralhome.com Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.