Marlene Evelyn Schroeder, 81, passed away peacefully on Jan. 25, 2023. She was born on June 14, 1941, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada and was the only daughter of James and Phyllis Wear.
She and her parents moved to the States while she was in high school and planted roots in California. Marlene had both of her daughters, Pauly and Rene, in Orange County before eventually moving to Silverton, Oregon.
Marlene was a waitress for over 30 years and spent most of that time at Chan’s Restaurant in Silverton. She had been married to Lewis Schroeder for over 40 years, who preceded her in death in 2020. Louie and Marlene put their passions at the center of their marriage, which included guns and Harleys, going on adventures and traveling the world together, fishing and enjoying a boat and RV spot for many years.
She is survived by her daughters, Pauly Norby and Rene Hurley; her grandchildren, Candace Johnson, Tarra Schueller, Stephanie Jordan, Andrew Hurley, Dylan Norby and Taylor Norby; and six great-grandchildren.
A graveside service was held Feb. 5, at Bethany Cemetery in Silverton. Arrangements are with Unger Funeral Chapel – Silverton.
