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Obituary: Cathy A. Schroeder

Cathy will be remembered for always putting others before herself and always lending a helping hand when needed.

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Cathy A. Schroeder

Age 55 of Bourbonnais, passed away Friday, November 20, 2020 at Amita Health St. Joseph Medical Center. She was born in Chicago, a former resident of Joliet, relocating to Bourbonnais ten years ago. Cathy was employed the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier for over 20 years. She was a music enthusiast and enjoyed spending time with her family. Cathy was one to put others before herself. She was always there for anyone that needed a helping hand.

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Surviving are her three children, Brandy (J.C.) Cornejo of Plainfield, Breanna Schroeder of Pontiac and Brian (Kate) Schroeder Jr. of Aurora; four grandchildren, Olivia Cornejo, Eian Matke, Alexander and Victoria Cornejo; her brother, Jerry Evans of TN; her former husband, Brian Schroeder Sr. of Plainfield; her partner, David Orr of Bourbonnais.

As it was Cathy’s request, cremation rites have been accorded. A Memorial Service will be scheduled in the near future. For further details, please email J.C. at charpey18@yahoo.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to the American Cancer Society donate3.cancer.org would be appreciated. For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or you may visit her Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.

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