Jean B Schroeder

Jean B. Schroeder Age 99, of Norco, California, died on April 17, 2023 with her family present. Her husband, John P. Schroeder predeceased her. She is survived by her daughter, Mari of Norco and her son John and wife Silvia as well as her grandson Steven and grandson Michael and his wife Christael. Jean was born in Wisconsin where she helped her parents Walter and Gertrude Brucken in their various businesses including a movie theatre, where she sang on stage between the features, and Ford dealership. Jean and her husband moved to Arizona in 1950 first settling in Tempe and later moving to Phoenix where they operated the North Town Drive Inn Restaurant. They later started two successful manufacturing businesses: Mechanical Tool Engineering Co. and Tolerance Control Corp. in Phoenix. Jean & John were proud that their business made parts for NASA's landing on the moon! While in Phoenix, Jean volunteered at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, the Phoenix History Museum and the Heard Museum. Jean was noted for her sense of humor and beautiful smile. In fact, she often was mistaken for actress Betty White. After her husband's passing, Jean relocated to Norco, Calif. to live with her daughter Mari. Jean had an adventurous spirit and loved to travel. She took many cruise vacations throughout the world with her family. She wanted to make sure that they shared life's experiences and history with her. She remained active to the end and loved to attend dances and parties. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brophy College Prep (https://www.brophyprep.org/giving/support-brophy) or Xavier College Prep. (https://www.xcp.org/giving/) Please join the family for Viewing on Mon., April 24th from 6-8pm with Rosary at 7pm at Thomas Miller Mortuary, 1118 E. 6th St., Corona and for Funeral Mass on Tues., April 25th at 11am at St. Mel Catholic Church 4140 Corona Ave, Norco. Jean will be laid to rest at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery in Phoenix, AZ. Visitation Thomas Miller Mortuary 1118 East Sixth Street Corona, CA 92879 (951) 737-3244 | Monday 4/24, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Rosary at 7:00 PM Mass St. Mel's Catholic Church Tuesday 4/25, 11:00 am