Russell Eugene Schroeder, 78, of Burlington, died Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at his home.
Born on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 1944 in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, he was the son of George Washington and Ruth Louise Huppenberger Schroeder.
He served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War.
He married Patsy Ellen Adams on Oct. 2, 1967 in Mount Pleasant. He was a revenue officer for the IRS for 29 ½ years until his retirement.
Russell enjoyed trips to neighborhood towns, dining out, maintaining and working in the yard, time with family, meeting new people and reminiscing about his military days and his job with the IRS. He always had a soft spot for animals and really enjoyed the Burlington First Assembly of God West of 50’s Activities.
He is survived by his wife, Patsy Schroeder of Burlington; son, Eric (Julie) Schroeder of Burlington and daughter, Sonya Schroeder of Greensboro, N.C. and two grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son Paul Schroeder, brother Roger Schroeder and sister Sandra Hart.
The memorial visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday, April 22 in the Fellowship Hall at Burlington First Assembly of God with a luncheon to follow.
A private family interment will be held in Forest Home Cemetery, Mount Pleasant.
Memorials are suggested to Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice or Burlington First Assembly West of 50 Ministry.