Introduction
Bernard C. Schroeder
Bernard C. Schroeder was born Bernhard C. Schroeder in Camden NJ on April 13, 1892. He was the second son, coming after brother Robert Schroeder. Bernard Schroeder later adopted the more common spelling of his first name. His father, Bernhard F. Schroeder had established an undertaking business at 19 South 4th Street in 1884, which later moved to 336-338 Arch Street.
Bernard C. Schroeder followed in his father’s and brother’s footsteps, and at the time of the 1920 Census was active in running the family business. Sadly, brother Robert died in 1925. Bernard C. Schroeder took the reins of the family business, and in the following year moved the business to 538 Broadway, the Labor Temple building, at Broadway and Line Street. Bernhard F. Schroeder passed away the following year.
In 1936 the business was once again moved, to 715 Cooper Street, where the Schroeder Funeral Home remained through the fall of 1969.
Bernard C. Schroeder married, and at least two sons were born to his wife Charlotte S. “Lottie” Schroeder; Bernard K., in 1916, and Kenneth J. in 1920.
After his father’s death in 1927, Bernard C. Schroeder carried on the family business. Bernard C. Schroeder passed away in December of 1965, and was buried at Harleigh Cemetery, survived by his wife and sons Kenneth J. Schroeder and Bernard K. Schroeder.
Family Business Photos
Father Bernhard F. Schroeder, 1915 business advertisement, and son Bernard C. Schroeder
Named: 538 Broadway, Schroeder Funeral Service, 1926, and 1936.
The Home of Schroeder Service — A Greater Camden Institution
The new home or Funeral Chapel, that is a part of Schroeder Service, was designed and equipped—NOT out of profits nor to get higher prices—but to render a finer service, in keeping with the growth of our city and its suburbs. It is a memorial to that Greater Camden of tomorrow.
As a matter of fact, our new Chapel and all other modern details of equipment actually counts for making possible the BEST at lower costs. The exceptional facilities this building and our entire equipment affords are offered the people at no additional increase in price. They make possible maximum quality, at minimum cost.
Our Funeral Chapel is very home-like. It has three private rooms for the funeral services, all convertible into one if necessary. And the grand organ is available for the music of the services.
Schroeder Service is exclusive but NOT expensive. — B.F. Schroeder, B.C. Schroeder — City and Suburban Service — Bell 406 — Established Over 40 Years
Schroeder Undergoes Appendix Operation
Camden Courier-Post —
Schroeder Undergoes Appendix Operation
Stricken with appendicitis, Bernard C. Schroeder, undertaker, is improving in West Jersey Homeopathic Hospital.
Schroeder, who is the head of the undertaking firm of B. F. Schroeder & Sons, Broadway and Royden Street, was stricken Friday night and rushed to the hospital for an immediate operation. His condition was serious over the weekend, but physicians reported marked improvement today.
Cooper Street Location
VOTE for SCHROEDER
Republican Candidate for CORONER
Primary Election May 15
Paid for by: Bernard C. Schroeder Campaign Committee
Named: 715 Cooper Street, Schroeder Funeral Service, 1936, and 1969.
Advertisement for Schroeder Funeral Service at 715 Cooper Street
Bank Directory — March 1, 1916
1884–1967 — Over 80 Years of Service — “We try to provide an atmosphere that offers both physical and mental comfort to all.” — B.C. Schroeder & Sons — Bern Schroeder, Mgr. — Ken Schroeder — Dependable Funeral Service Since 1884 — 715 Cooper Street, Camden — Phone WO 3-0400
Harleigh Cemetery
Bernard C. Schroeder Family Plot — Harleigh Cemetery, Camden NJ