Timber Valley SKP Park of Oregon, Inc

submitted by Gene’s Family….

Ivan Gene Schrader was born to Ivan and Lorna Schrader on April 5, 1931, in Bandon, Oregon. He graduated from Bandon High School and served as a corporal in the Army during the Korean War from 1951 to 1952. Upon returning to Bandon, Gene married his sweetheart, Helen Wehner, in 1954 in what would become a 70-year love story celebrated on their anniversary in 2024.

Family was everything to Gene. He and Helen raised three children: Mindy Rund (married to Mark), Don Schrader (married to Jeannine), and Ken Schrader (married to Julie). Gene is also survived by his brother-in-law, Bill Wehner and his wife Lora.  He was a beloved grandfather to seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren, who lovingly called him ‘Papa.’ His extended family, including many nieces and nephews, loved him dearly. Continue reading →