John grew up in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. After high school, he went to Hamline University in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and after 2 years he was drafted to the Army where he stayed for a few years, then joined the Marines and went to Korea. When he returned he went to work for the telephone company where he retired after 30 years.
After retiring, John and Charlotte moved to Florida to enjoy life, and John became a member of the American Legion, Post 110 in Port Charlotte. John was also an avid bowler. He bowled almost everyday. He made great friends and had great times with them. Many league games were won by the team.
He is survived by his brother, Bruce R. Schroeder of Port St Lucie, FL; John had 3 Niece’s, LeeAnn S Hino of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, Cynthia Jane Podwils of Jupiter, Florida, and Sandra Lynn Flier of Webster, Minnesota. He was predeceased by his wife Charlotte in 2002.
Inurnment will be with military honors at the Royal Palm Memorial Gardens in Punta Gorda on Saturday October 12, 2019 at 11:00am.