Pat L Schroeder

Pat Lee Schroeder (Boicken), a lifelong resident of Beecher, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026, surrounded by loved ones, and entered into eternal rest with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Pat was born on May 26, 1953, to Willard and Ruby Boicken. She grew up on the family farm, where she cherished memories of helping her father milk cows and completing daily farm chores. The strong work ethic and values instilled in her during those early years remained with her throughout her life and were proudly passed on to her children. On October 28, 1972, Pat married her high school sweetheart, Larry Schroeder. Together they built a life rooted in faith, family, and hard work. Pat found joy in the simple blessings of life. She loved reading her Bible, spending peaceful time in her backyard with her dogs, tending to her flowers, and, most of all, being with her two sons and later her grandchildren. Pat is survived by her devoted husband, Larry Schroeder; her sons, Brad (Jessica) Schroeder of Beecher and Bryan (Jessica) Schroeder of St. John, Indiana; and her beloved grandchildren, Jaida, Jack, Beckham, and Evie. She is also survived by her sisters, Beth Cellarius and Judy Boicken, both of Beecher, along with a large extended family of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and many cousins and second cousins. Pat will be remembered for her quiet strength, deep faith, and unwavering love for her family. Her legacy lives on through all who were blessed to know and love her. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorial donations be made in Pat’s name to River Valley Animal Rescue of Momence, Illinois. In accordance with Pat’s wishes, services will be private.