Dennis W. Schroeder, 63, of Streamwood; beloved husband of Carol nee Studt; loving father of Beth (Tony) Nykolajcuyk and Michael (Kristy); proud grandfather of Mikayla, Joshua, Jonathon, Aaron and Ryan (on the way); cherished son of Elmer and Marie nee Kruggel; dear brother of Don (Debbie) Schroeder and Kathy Gutzman; special uncle of many nieces and nephews. Dennis enjoyed working for Pace for 18 years and he loved spaghetti and meatballs. He especially enjoyed relaxing, reading the newspaper and being with family. Visitation Wednesday 3:00-9:00 PM at the Countryside Funeral Home 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Funeral Thursday 11:30 AM. Following services, cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory. Memorials can be made to Autism Society of America 4340 East West Hwy (Ste 350) Bethesda, MD 20814 or autismsocietyofamerica.net.