Eli William "Sqeegie" Schrader

Eli William “Sqeegie” Schrader entered into rest on Friday July 12, 2024, at the age of 36. Survived by cherished mother Lisa Lashley (nee Weindell); father Donald John Schrader; beloved siblings and best friends Tyler Schrader and Sarrah (Thomas Clayton) Adams; blessed niece and nephew Sage and Uriah; dear grandmother Wanda Ann Schrader (nee Dingman); aunts and uncles William C. Weindell, Stephanie Turek, Adrienne (Rick) Viehland, Eve (Dave) Barnoski, and Stephanie (Rob) Rieser; cousins Ryan (Meghan) Turek, Amanda (Aaron) Miller, and Ava Barnoski; treasured close friends Elvis Pudic and William Yavorsky and many dear friends. 

Reunited with grandparents the late Dr. William O. Weindell, the late Pauline Lenore Weindell (nee Ossig), and the late Elmer Donald Schrader; and dear friend the late Sean Selvaggio. 

Eli “Sqeegie” is remembered for his radiant compassion toward everyone he met. Eli’s sense of humor and tender, caring soul allowed him to foster many friendships throughout his life, each one a treasure to him. He’ll be remembered for being the best son, brother, and friend anyone would be proud and honored to have in their lives. Eli was his mother’s heart and soul – and she was so proud of him and how he cared so deeply for everyone, even strangers. 

His work was not to be surpassed. He gave anything he did his all and more. He was also a father figure to his sister, Sarrah, and always had his brother, Tyler’s back. 

Eli was a heart like no other. 

While we mourn our loss, may Eli’s loving kindness be celebrated and continue to be shared. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are appreciated to Veteran Community Project in honor of Eli. 

Sqeegie’s visitation will be held on Friday July 19, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at John L. Ziegenhein & Sons South County Chapel 4830 Lemay Ferry Rd. St. Louis, MO 63129. His funeral will be held the following morning, July 20, at 11:00 a.m. also at the funeral home. Interment in Lakewood Park Cemetery following the funeral.