Edward F. Schrader

August 13, 1941 - June 17, 2019

Edward F. Schrader Age 77, of Park Falls, passed away peacefully on Monday June 17, 2019 at Park Manor Nursing Home in Park Falls. He was born on August 13, 1941 in Park Falls, the son of Lester and Florence (Palacek) Schrader. On September 6, 1961 he married Alene V. Behreandt in Park Falls. Edward worked for the Flambeau Paper Mill, Omark Prentice Hydraulics, and for many years as head custodian for the Park Falls school. He was known for his role as Santa Claus, which was his lifelong passion making children and adults happy and keeping the Christmas spirit alive. He enjoyed woodworking crafts, fishing, and especially spending time with his grandchildren and great-granddaughter. He is survived by: His wife Alene of Wausau (3)children: Diane (Marco) Parris of Zion, IL Lauri (Doug) Marsh of Park Falls Michael (Jean) Schrader of Alsip, IL (5)grandchildren: Kandise (Dennis) Bourgard of Wausau Alyson (Helmut) Schmidt of Park Falls Jonathan (Francesca) Schrader of Illinois David Schrader of Illinois McKayla (Clayton) DuLong of Illinois (1)great-granddaughter: Kynslee Bourgard His mother-in-law Verna Behreandt, whom he enjoyed bringing out her feisty side and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his step-father Richard Hilgart, and his sister Lorraine Marsh. A memorial service will be held on Friday June 21, 2019 at 11:00am at the Novitzke Funeral Home Chapel in Park Falls. Pastor Jordan Balk will officiate. A visitation will be held on Friday at the funeral home from 10:00am until the hour of the service. The family wishes to thank the staff of Park Manor Nursing Home, Flambeau Hospital, and the Park Falls emergency services. The Novitzke Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.novitzkefuneralhome.com