Richard "Dickie" L. Schroeder, age 63, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at his residence of apparent natural causes.

Dickie was born on August 20, 1956 in Milwaukee. He was the son of the late Fred and Margaret DeFaut Schroeder.  He attended Lincoln High School in Manitowoc.  Dickie entered the United States Navy in 1974 and served overseas in Europe until his honorable discharge in 1976.  He then returned to Manitowoc and became employed at Burger Boat Company as a welder and mechanic.  Dickie enjoyed shooting pool and working on older cars.

He is survived by his son: Erik Schroeder, Milwaukee; one brother:  Dale (Lois) Schroeder, Cato; two nephews:  Andrew (Amanda) Schroeder and Lucas (Amber) Schroeder; one niece:  Sarah (Scott) Larson; three great nephews:  Alexander, Ryker, and Easton; along with other relatives and friends.

A Life Celebration Social will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, November 14, 2019 at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, 620 N. Water Street, Manitowoc, located on the south property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. Military rites will be accorded by the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #731 at 6 p.m.  Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel.

In lieu of flowers memorials would be appreciated to a memorial fund being established in Dickie's name. Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com

The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11 ^th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.