Obituaries

To the family and friends, and all of those who cared about and will greatly miss Jeremy: Before I retired last year, I worked for an audio and video engineering company, and Madison College was one of my largest customers. I worked with Jeremy during a time when his department needed a significant upgrade to their classroom technology. Their outstanding instructors had specific needs to communicate their knowledge to students. Anytime a significant change is pursued, there is potential for anxiety, disagreement, and conflict. Jeremy showed great leadership during this time along with his colleagues and the department chair person, and was a calming voice in the many meetings and conversations that took place. He made sure we stayed on point and covered all of the topics and suggestions that were on the table. The final result was, by all accounts, success in achieving the stated goals. This positively affected thousands of students. Jeremy's involvement in this made a huge positive difference in many, many peoples lives. Jeremy and I and Jeremy's team worked very closely together for many months. There were several months in which we were communicating via email or text or phone, or meeting in person several times per week so I got to know Jeremy very well. I was struck by his strong leadership and caring demeanor. He was very patient and polite, yet very firm when he needed to be. Needless to say, he was also very, very smart. Audio and video were not within his comfort zone, but he listened, studied, asked questions and took notes and became very well-versed in audio and video technology. He dedication was very impressive. I've noticed throughout my life that there were people that I looked forward to meeting with and talking to, and there were others who were difficult. These folks would make the day a little more challenging. Jeremy was a man who I could spend time talking with about personal happenings or business issues – it didn't matter what the topic was – because with Jeremy I always felt better after I spent time with him. He made my day a little better by just being Jeremy. This doesn't come automatically. He had decided, throughout his life, to be this way. Simply put, he was a very kind, genuine and caring man, and I'll miss seeing him and talking with him very much. We need more people in this world like Jeremy. Bob Diskin

Dear Carrie, Chloe, and family, Im heartbroken for you, and wish I could've arranged to be at the memorial. You are in my prayers. Love, Aunt Debbie Reisen

Tom and Trick so sorry to hear about your sons passing our sympathies are with you and your family .Hugs to all Randy,Heidi,Christopher Hillary

The following is offered on behalf of the Information Technology department at Madison College. Remembering Jeremy Schraeder Jeremy worked as senior project leader of the Information Technology (IT) team, supporting faculty and students engaged in department programs.  Jeremy was an alumnus of Madison College having graduated from the IT-Systems Administration associate degree program. Upon graduation, he worked for Madison College's Tech Services Help Desk, providing much needed support for faculty and staff throughout the college.  His technical knowledge and leadership abilities made him a valued member of the Help Desk team, and he quickly became a leader in the area.  Jeremy then made a transition to working in support of the IT department. As the IT department grew and evolved, Jeremy grew and evolved as well. The number of programs offered by the IT department expanded and along with this the number of faculty and students needing support. Jeremy shouldered the task of additional technical and organizational complexity of these changes with ease.  Growth for the IT department also took the form of expanded facilities. Jeremy played a major role in the two major relocations of the IT department, first to the Health Building and then to the newly remodeled facilities in the main Truax Campus, where the IT department is currently housed.  The new IT facilities have over 400 computer workstations, 12 computer labs, a dedicated data network, 2 state of the art data centers dedicated to the IT programs, as well as faculty offices and the student-run computer repair facility (WolfPack Techies). It is not an understatement to say that this new facility would not have been possible without Jeremy's technical expertise, attention to detail, and unflagging energy for the project. However, the most outstanding quality of Jeremy was not his amazing technical expertise or ability to organize a project, rather it was his dedication to students and his compassion for them and their struggles to succeed. The IT faculty he supported thought of him as a partner in student success. As we feel the painful loss of a friend and colleague, especially as it has happened so suddenly, we must recognize that the heartache we feel is a result of the joy of our deep friendship and connection we felt working with him every day.  In deepest sympathy, Ken McCullough - IT department chair

My deepest condolences to all of Jeremy's family. Carrie I was shocked to read this obit, I can't imagine the heartache you are going through. If there is anything I can do to help you and Chloe, please don't hesitate to call. Hugs and prayers for all.

I was so saddened to learn of Jeremy's passing and I offer my deepest condolences to his family. Not surprisingly, he was also a joy to work with and he cared deeply about ensuring the best possible learning experience for our students. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace, Jeremy!

The library team at Madison College sends their sincerest condolences for your loss.

I am so saddened to hear of this sudden Ioss. I worked with Jeremy and he was kind and helpful. He always had a smile and a quiet hello when I saw him walking about. He truly was described as in his write up. Prayers for those who love him. Julie G

We loved Jeremy for being such a great friend to our son Grant. The two of them experienced such wonderful adventures together. Rose bowl games, trip to Jamaica and a steadfast friend ship that could handle anything life offered be it good or not. We smile knowing what a great man he was. Good job Tom and Trici . we are sure heaven became a much nicer place with his arrival. It was a privilege edge to know him Our deepest sympathies ❤️ Joe and Peg Pieters

Carrie. Chloe and family.so very sorry to heat about Jeremy. Know that he was loved. Sending prayers and hugs 🙏 for all of you.

So very sorry to hear this. Condolences to his family.

Words can barely express my shock and sympathy to all who knew and loved Jeremy. Sincere and heartfelt condolences to you all. Cathy Palzkill