Edward "Eddie" Schroeder

EDWARD SCHROEDER IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Edward Christian "Eddie" Schroeder, 81, of Idaho Falls, died January 18, 2008, at Fairwinds Sandcreek Retirement Community. He was under the care of Hospice of Eastern Idaho. He was born June 23, 1926, in Butte, Montana, to Chrissie E. Schroeder and Emma Leybold Schroeder. He later moved to Idaho Falls, where he attended schools and graduated from Idaho Falls High School. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He continued his education at Idaho State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree. Eddie worked for 35 years as an Art Teacher for School District 91 at O. E. Bell Junior High and Eagle Rock Junior High. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother. Graveside Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 21, 2008, at Rose Hill Cemetery, under the direction of Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, Idaho Falls. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made in Edward's name to Hospice of Eastern Idaho,1810 Moran Street, Idaho Falls, ID 83404 or the Idaho Community Foundation, P.O. Box 8143, Boise, ID 83707. ------------------------------------ Condolences received online: Holly Cook lavenderlily33@hotmail.com What an amazing, talented, genuine, kindhearted, caring man to have gotten to be around in my life. I adored him. Holly Cook Lorraine and Kent Hall eddoc@comcast.net Dear Eduardo -We think of you every day through your work. I am so glad we got to visit by phone before Christmas. You are in our hearts, Wild Man! Love and many memories, Lorraine and "Igor" DianaMarie Morgan dianamarie@ida.net I will always remember Ed as a creative, outspoken, & colorful individual. I will miss him . . . . . . . from a friend who didn't leave a name . . . I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO STRENGTHENS ME: The road of life is not straight. There is a curve called Failure, a loop called Confusion, speed bumps called Friends, red lights called Enemies, caution lights called Family and loved ones. You will have flats called jobs. But, if you have a spare called Determination, an engine called Perseverance, insurance called Faith, and a driver named Jesus, you will make it to a place of Everlasting Love. My deepest sympathy for your loss. Until the end of time. Muldoon and Rigby [muldoonrigby@verizon.net] I wanted to send my deepest sympathy. Eddie was always so nice, giving and supportive, which I will always cherish. I loved his spunk, honesty and sparkle. He was truly a gifted teacher and brought color to Idaho Falls. I will deeply miss him. With love, Lynne Rigby Brad and Carla Smith Ramona24@tmail.com Sympathizing with you in this great loss . . . and to always remembering the great times we shared with Ed. We will truly miss him. Brad, Carla, J. T., Marquis Smith Kathy Buckland prin7@cableone.net Ed was such a giving, caring and sweet person. I had many conversations with him at Fairwinds while visiting my Mother. I know she will miss him -- she was the recipient many times of his giving nature. I will miss his smiling face. My condolences. John McLaughlin mclaughlj003@hawaii.rr.com Ed, Donna and I will keep you in our hearts forever. We are extremely grateful for our years of friendship. Your sage advice has always steered me down the right path. I am so proud that you referred to me as your "son." Until we meet again, Me Ke Aloha Pumehana, John and Donna McLaughlin Lynn, Mike and Max Higgins lmhiggins@qwest.net The sun seems to have lost some of its brightness and the world some of its color without Sas. How blessed we are to have had such a friend. How much richer our lives are for having known him. We love you, Sas. Rtta A. Lee terrylee38@msn.com Reading the news of Eddie's funeral brought back so many memories of a very thought full and caring person. I used to see him when I visited the O. E. Bell Jr. High School as the School Nurse. He was always doing and sharing his talents, like the beautiful blue bracelet that I wear.