Obituary for Joanne Schroeder

Joanne Schroeder, of Upper Sandusky, born on September 15, 1948, in Findlay, Ohio,
embraced life with an unwavering spirit and a heart full of love until passing on May 1, 2025, at
The Heritage. A remarkable soul, Joanne’s journey was a tapestry woven with devotion,
creativity, and an abiding faith. She graduated from Liberty Benton High School in 1966 and
went on to accept an Associate’s Degree from Bowling Green State University and later a
paralegal certificate from Ohio Dominican University. As a devoted homemaker, she cultivated
an environment brimming with warmth, love and laughter. She also worked outside the home as
a secretary at Toledo Trust and later as a legal secretary and paralegal at the Hancock County
Prosecutor’s office.
Joanne was more than a skilled professional; she served her community with an open heart as
an active member of Transfiguration of the Lord Catholic Church. Her life was marked by a spirit
of service as she volunteered at the St. Peter School Festival, helped with bingo, crafted quilts
full of joy, and lovingly contributed to funeral luncheons that provided comfort during the most
difficult times. Her faith and dedication to her community were shining examples of her
character.
An avid reader and passionate about crafts, Joanne found joy in crocheting, knitting and
ceramics. She poured creativity into every piece. A devoted sports fan of Notre Dame, she
enjoyed attending and watching games with family and friends. In addition, her adventurous
spirit took her many places – including her most recent trip to Greece and numerous family
adventures in Australia. However, most of all, she was beyond proud of her grandchildren and
enjoyed attending their games, performances, and events.
Married to her loving husband, James Schroeder, on August 24, 1968, Joanne built a beautiful
life with him, filled with love and family. She is survived by her son Mark (Jackie) Schroeder of
Findlay, and her daughter Andrea (Kevin) Donaldson of Arlington. Her legacy lives on through
her adoring grandchildren, Kelsi (Ethan) Mellin, Corrie (Connor Walsh) Knapp, Owen Knapp,
Ainsley Schroeder, Lucas Schroeder, Audrey Schroeder, Daniel Donaldson, Luke Donaldson
and Gabriel Donaldson. She recently welcomed her joyful great grandson, Henry James Mellin.
Also surviving are her brother William (Linda) Walborn and half sister Sister Judith Leibengood.
She was preceded in death by her father, Glenn Walborn, and her mother Donna (Beucler)
Walborn.
A mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30am at Transfiguration of the
Lord Catholic Church with Father Savio Manvalan OFM Conv. officiating. Burial will follow at St.
Peter Cemetery, Upper Sandusky. Family will receive friends from 4pm-7pm at Bringman Clark
Funeral Home on Friday May 9, 2025. The Rosary will be prayed at 7pm. Memorial
contributions may be made to the St. Peter School Endowment Fund in care of Bringman Clark
Funeral Home 226 E. Wyandot Ave. Upper Sandusky, OH 43351. Visit www.BringmanClark.com
to extend a condolence or share a memory.