Andrea Lundeen Schroder

Andrea Lundeen Schroder, 80, of Venice, Florida, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, IA. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 18, 2024 at Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines. A private family inurnment will take place at Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines, Iowa.

She was born January 10, 1944, in Moline, IL, the oldest of 3 children to Clifford and Betty (Turpin) Lundeen. She grew up in East Moline and graduated in the first class of United Township High School’s new southern campus in 1962. She remained close with her friends attending reunion events over the years. After graduation she attended Iowa State University in Ames, IA, graduating with her Bachelor of Science degree in 3.5 years, Class of 1965.

On November 27, 1965, a week after graduating from college, Stanley David Schroder and Andrea Ruth Lundeen were married in Moline, IL. They began their life together in East Moline and soon welcomed their two daughters. While in the Quad Cities, she enjoyed raising the girls and substitute teaching. Their journey took them to Wisconsin for Stan’s career with John Deere. The family embraced Wisconsin’s snowy winters enjoying snowmobiling with family friends and exploring the state’s lakes and parks in warmer weather.

Eventually, they relocated to Urbandale, Iowa, where she put her relocation experience to beneficial use by becoming a real estate agent priding herself on being a relocation specialist. Her commitment to the community grew deeper through her service on the Urbandale Planning and Zoning Commission, one of her favorite volunteer roles.

Always an eye for design, in the 80’s she helped design her family’s home that was the Best in Show winner for the Des Moines Home Show expo that year and featured in Better Homes and Garden magazine.

As a mother, she loved attending the girl’s activities and this support continued throughout their lives. Upon retiring, she and Stan moved to Siesta Key, Florida, where they enjoyed the coastal life until his passing. Later, she returned to Iowa enjoying reuniting with her friends and cheering for her grandchildren’s activities and from afar to Pennsylvania.

An avid traveler and lifelong learner, she was enthusiastic about history and enjoying the ocean. She was proud to have once volunteered with the USO in St. Maarten, where she and Stan warmly welcomed and supported the military members from the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) and their families for their naval seaside visit.

Faith, family, and community were her guiding lights. Her interests were as diverse as her spirit. Active in church over the years she volunteered as Youth Director, on building committees, and enjoyed being active in bible studies and women’s groups.

An avid sports fan, she was always proud to cheer for the ISU Cyclones. Other activities she enjoyed included being active in P.E.O., playing bridge, reading, and enjoying a good civic center show whether it was the symphony or a Broadway show.

Andrea is survived by her daughters, Stephanie (James) Jacobson and Katherine (Michael) Young; 3 grandchildren, Skyler Young, Julia Young, and Samuel Jacobson; brother, Cliff (Jo) Lundeen; brother-in-law, Steve Schroder; sister-in-law, Oksana Lundeen; 5 nieces and 1 nephew; many other beloved relatives and friends. Andrea is preceded in death by her husband, parents, brother Matt Lundeen, and sister-in-law Debbie Schroder.

In honor of her memory, the family suggest donations in her name to your favorite charity, including your local Meals on Wheels program, Meals from the Heartland, and the American Lung Association, continuing her legacy of compassion and service.