Carol Ann Schram

Carol Ann Schram was embraced by her loving Savior on May 1, 2024, at the age of 89. Carol passed away at her home in Fredonia with her family by her side.

Carol was born to the late George and Ruth Gueldner on Feb. 12, 1935.

She was born and raised in Milwaukee and graduated from Lutheran High School.

On Jan. 23, 1961, she married Ronald Schram in Waukegan, Ill.

Carol’s deep love and compassion for people showed through her work. She worked as a CNA at St. Alphonsus Hospital, Heritage Nursing Home, Cedar Lake, Samaritan and Lasata Care Center.

She then continued working as a housekeeper for St. Mary’s Green Bay. Carol retired for the last time at the age of 81.

Carol is survived by her children Russell (Donna) Schram, Carron (Gerry) Godersky, Cindy Schram and Ronald (Julie) Schram; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; her sister Gretchen (Steve) Spaeth; and brother-in-law Eric Krenek. Carol is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends and her loyal German shepherd Maddie.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents George and Ruth Gueldner, husband Ron and sister Marcia Krenek.

A memorial service will take place at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1525 N. Grant St., Port Washington, WI 53074, on Saturday, May 11, at 10:30 a.m., with visitation from 9 a.m. until the service.

The family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to Horizon Hospice, Pastor Wildauer and Pastor Neitzel for medical and spiritual comfort.

In lieu of flowers, memorials on Carol’s behalf can be made to St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Phillip Funeral Home in West Bend is assisting the family.

(262) 338-2050

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