Samuel Henry Schroder, III, passed away on October 14, 2026, in Florida. He was born in Ohio on September 7, 1943, to parents Samuel Henry Schroder, Jr. and Virginia Frances (Schultz) Schroder.

A graduate of Milton High School in Florida, Samuel went on to attend the Pensacola Institute of Technology, a pioneering time in the field before the technology became commonplace. Following his studies, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving his country with honor.

Upon returning from his service, Samuel embarked on a career as an entrepreneur, opening Arrow Real Estate and later expanding his business ventures to include Arrow Insurance. Eventually, he transitioned into the public sector, working as a software program manager for the Social Security Administration. Samuel had a lifelong passion for technology and truly loved working with computers; he found great fulfillment in writing custom software and programs for both companies and private clients.

Beyond his professional life, Samuel was a loving father and Grandfather. He was also a dedicated community member.He was a volunteer with the Elks and a frequent, enthusiastic visitor to the American Legion, where he enjoyed the camaraderie of his fellow veterans.He will be remembered for his intellectual curiosity, his dedicated service, and his pioneering spirit in the early days of the digital age.

Samuel is preceded in death by his parents, Samuel Henry Schroder, Jr., and Virginia Frances (Schultz) Schroder; and his wife, Laura Jean (Campbell) Schroder. He is survived by his children, Samuel Henry Schroder, IV, and Tammie S. Werner (Andrew); his siblings, William Schroder, Marilyn Renfro, Robert Schroder, Michael Schroder, and Carolyn Schroder; his 4 grandchildren, Brandy Tomas (Dan), Christa McMurtrey (Jimmy), Andrew Werner Jr. , and Austin Werner, and his 7 great-grandchildren, Delilah, Hailey, Daniel Jr., and Easton Tomas, and James, Peyton, and Ryker McMurtrey; and his fiancé Edna Iris LaFuentes. 

Family and friends may gather at the KIRKLEY RUDDICK FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, November 4th, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. A memorial service will follow at 10 a.m. Interment will be at Crownsville VA MD Cemetery.