passed away Friday, May 3, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.
Rodney was born in Fremont to Marvin B. and Evelyn M. (Appel) Schou (deceased). He graduated from Fremont High School in 1962. Rodney was confirmed in The Presbyterian Church of Fremont where he recently received his 50 year membership pin.
After an illustrious 37&1/2 year career in the Active US Army Reserve beginning May 1966, he retired January 17, 2004, as a chief Warrant Officer, CW4, QM. He served in Desert Storm, Saudi Arabia, from October 1990 to July 1991, and in Enduring Freedom, Kuwait, Iraq January 2003 to September 2003. He earned the SWAsia Service Medal with one Bronze Service Star along with numerous other medals, ribbons, and awards.
Rodney loved passing time visiting with neighbors, family and friends, camping, and researching items he wanted to purchase.
Rodney is survived by his loving wife Ginger (Wiggins) Schou; children Susan (Torin) Anderson, Carrollton, TX; Matt (Tracy) Schou, Omaha; Beth (Brian) Stobbe, Omaha; Dan Schou (significant other Amanda Fanning), St. Louis, MO; Jonathan (Debbie) Schou, St. Louis, MO; 13 grandchildren; sister Norma (Merle) Gier, Fremont; nieces, nephews and beloved dog Birdie.
Visitation with the family will be Thursday, May 9th, 6 to 8 PM, at the Ludvigsen Mortuary, Fremont. A Celebration of Life service is to be 10AM Friday, May 10, 2019, at The Presbyterian Church with Military Honors. The burial will be 2pm Friday, at the Omaha National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Fremont Veteran's Memorial Park (https://natlvtn.org/fremont-veterans-memorial-park/).
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Condolences(5)
Steve Novotny
Papillion, NE Friday, May 10, 2019 Chief demonstrated love of our country, community and our soldiers throughout his long and dedicated career. He took tremendous pride in being a leader of the young soldiers from America's Heartland.Marilyn Clapper
Ames, NE Thursday, May 9, 2019 I am so very sorry to hear the news about Rod. I remember how happy you were the day you two were married. Prayers for you Ginger and the family.Tina (Coenen)Ryan
Grand Island, NE Wednesday, May 8, 2019 I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all at this time. He made people smile. I served in the 1012th with him. May he Rest In Peace. .Maureen Connolly
Council bluffs, IA Wednesday, May 8, 2019 I was with the 1012th when Rodney Schou was our 1st sgt. He was the nicest person. My thoughts and prayers are with the family members . RIP Chief SchouSally Kracl
Scottsdale,, AZ Monday, May 6, 2019 I am so so very sorry to hear about your loss....WHAT A GUY.......He was a true high school friend for 50 years...and I remember....even you, Ginger, helped me stay in touch with FHS classmates a number of times....over the years....as I was far away in Arizona.....My thoughts and prayers will be with you and all his family. God Bless.....Sally Kracl Keith