The great-grandson of William Schroeder, a founder of the City of Cedarburg, Robert Schroeder was active in the local school and sports community throughout his lifetime.

He attended Cedarburg High School from 1932-36 and earned twelve varsity letters while competing in football, basketball and track. He was the starting fullback on the 1935 football team that defeated Port Washington for the first time in school history and was the leading scorer on the 1934-35 and 1935-36 basketball team.

Schroeder later served as both the secretary and president of the Cedarburg School District Board of Education for 24 years.   It was during this time that most of the present school buildings were constructed.  His contribution to these projects helped several athletic and recreational programs to thrive.

Schroeder was the owner and publisher of the News Graphic.  Under his leadership this newspaper promoted CHS athletics and reported on the results of local high school sports contests.

He was a charter member of the Cedarburg Lions Club, honorary member of the Cedarburg Fire Department and served 15 years on the Lasata Board of Trustees.

Each of his four sons Bob, Jim, John, and Tom all graduated from CHS and were active in athletics.