Vera Schroeder

Vera Schroeder

December 12, 1920 - May 19, 2016

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Vera (Helm) Schroeder, born Dec.12, 1920 to Andrew & Lydia (Geyer) Helm in Beach North Dakota. Vera comes from a musical family. Her mother, father, two brothers and sisters were all musical. When Vera was young, she sang in the church choir, Sunday School solos for church programs, and has fond memories of her first school solo in eighth grade. She graduated from Beach High School in 1937. She married Richard Schroeder Jan 8, 1946. After Richard retired from teaching Agriculture at Beach High School they moved to Dickinson, ND where they were head residents at a dormitory at Dickinson State College. In 1979 they returned to Dick's favorite place, Platteville Wisconsin. Where ever they lived, Vera could be found as a secretary, organist or pianist. She was a member of Dubuque's Sweet Adeline's, First English Lutheran's Choir, Platteville Chorale and other community events. She especially enjoyed singing and playing at the Senior Center, Our House, Park Place and Manor Care. Many have enjoyed her CD made in 2002.

She leaves her Children: Mick (Nancy) Schroeder McHenry IL; Lynda Forster, Young Harris GA; and LeAnn (Dennis) Fleishman, Crystal Lake IL; five grandchildren, Kristy (Carl) Isonhart of Harvard IL; Jana (Keith ) Parejko of Wonder Lake IL; Shelly (Gabe) Lagalo of Hurley WI; Ryan Forster of Loveland CO; Kevin (Christine) Forster of Loveland CO; six great-grandchildren, Kayleigh and Zach Isonhart, Maddy and Genna Lagalo, Gavin Parejko, and Campbell Forster; a nephew, Neil (Fonya) Helm of Virginia Beach VA; and many relatives in North Dakota and elsewhere. Preceding her in death are her husband Richard in 1988; her mother and father; her sister Marie and brothers Henry and Ernest and their spouses; nephews, James and Dean Helm; great-grandnephew, Douglas Helm.

She loved and enjoyed being with her family on Special occasions and loved sharing her music with others. She enjoyed casino gambling and reading. Her church and faith and the many hymns she had played for so many years were important to her.

Vera died peacefully surrounded by her family. Visitation will be from 10:00-12:00 on Tuesday May 24, 2016 at First English Lutheran Church, 215 West Pine Street Platteville, WI 53818. Celebration of Life will start at 12:00 followed by a luncheon at church. Memorial in her memory to the charity of your choice or First English Lutheran Church Music Program would be appreciated. Arrangements by Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, (608)348-2121.

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Ellef and Knute Farstveet
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Our condolences go out to Vera's Family and may God give her rest.
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Peggy & Kevin Murray
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Kevin and I were so fortunate to have Vera as our neighbor at Stonebridge in Platteville. We shared many happy and fun times with her. . She was so kind and so talented. Prayers and hugs to her family that she talked of so often . May she rest in peace , singing and playing. Kevin and Peggy Murray
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Pastor Douglas Dill
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I am so fortunate to have known Vera, while an itern pastor at First English. I was blessed to hear her play the piano a few times. She even played for my farewell lunch. Vera is playing for Jesus in heaven now. Until we meet again.
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Terry Cushman
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Vera was always smiling when I was with her. I do a little singing and was fortunate to have the opportunity to perform with her. She played some great songs at our gatherings while we worked at UW Platteville. I will remember her fondly and miss her greatly. My condolences to her family.
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Mark Zidon
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When I first came to UW-Platteville, I would visit with Vera each month when I picked up my paycheck. I grew up in North Dakota and we visited about North Dakota. There were three reasons to enjoy the end of each month visit with Vera. She gave me my paycheck, we talked about a great state and I got to know Vera a little more each time. She was a wonderful lady.

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