Carol Schroeder

Funeral services for Carol Schroeder were held on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Fairfax, SD, with Pastor Bill Heermann officiating.

Music was provided by Judy Gies, organist, and JoAnn Frasch and Margaret Schmitz were in charge of registration.

Casket bearers were John Vogt, Jr., Jessie Vogt, Michael Vogt, Tyler Vogt, Trent Vogt, Tyson Vogt, Jacob Sieh, Jackson Sieh, and Joshua Sieh. Honorary casket bearers were TiAnna Smith, Tori Thaler, Jordan Sieh, Magen Vogt, Jenna Kessler, Nicole Jones, Brittany Rahm, and Theresa Struck.

Interment was in the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Fairfax, SD. Clausen Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Carol Jeannette Jensen was born on January 7, 1939, to Anton and Rose (Cotton) Jensen in Wagner, SD.

She grew up on the family ranch near Scalp Creek with her six siblings. She graduated high school in Bonesteel in 1957.

In 1959, Carol married Gary Vogt. To this union three children were born: Tony Vogt (Sue), John Vogt, and Linda (Vogt) Sieh (Willie). Carol married Melvin “Zuke” Schroeder in 1980 and gained a step-son, Jerry Schroeder.

Carol was a pillar of strength for her family, offering guidance, support, and unconditional love through every triumph and tribulation. Her wisdom, wit, and gentle spirit enriched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Carol's legacy will forever be etched in the hearts of her children and grandchildren. She leaves memories of summer fun, unique children’s toys, fig newtons, and mandarin orange jello. The importance of family was evident in her consistency with birthday cards and closely following the life events of her children and grandchildren. With the soundtrack of Magic 93.7 and her chiming clock, her house was always a special gathering place for family fun and love.

Carol put her strong faith at the forefront of everything she did. She lived simply, valuing her relationship with God and those she loved over earthly belongings.

In honoring Carol's memory, we celebrate the beauty of her life and the profound impact she made on the world around her. Though she may have left this earthly realm, her spirit will forever remain a beacon of love, lighting our way through the darkest of times.

Carol Schroeder passed away on May 24, 2024. Carol is survived by her three children and their spouses; step- daughter- in-law Mary Schroeder; seventeen grandchildren; thirty-four great grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; sisters Nila (Ronnie) Koenig and Sandra Cahoy; brother-in-law Erv (Lorrayne) Schroeder; sister-in-law Janice (Rex) Balcom; as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and in-laws; husband Melvin “Zuke” Schroeder; step-son Jerry Schroeder; sisters Marilyn Weidner, Louise Truax, Mary Ellen Vogt; and brother Helmer Jensen.