Thanks Mark, I am sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was indeed a great
guitar player, and a fun guy. We were room mates for a time, and he was
definatly one of the nicest guys I remember from my short time at the
school!
Take care:
John
On 8/14/2020 9:24 PM, Mark Martin wrote:
Sorry, I'm real late this time! I got to thinking about classmates and found the following. The one thing I remember about Jim as we were about to graduate, he made it abundantly clear that he was not interested in maintaining contact with any of us. Those of us who spent a great deal of time on the smoker's porch will definitely have fond memories of Jim. He could even tell the pitch from the opening of a cigarette lighter. I had to take his word for it because I can't identify a c from a g or whatever other musical note you might play. Also, as his obituary will attest, Jim was a tremendous lead guitar player. Even though we lost touch with Jim after graduation, I think the class of 73 will remember him fondly. Mark Martin, 73.
James Carl Schrader
James (Jimmy "The King") Carl Schrader, 65, of Apopka, Fla., passed away Feb. 18, 2019, at Orlando Regional Medical Center in Orlando, Fla. He was born on March 28, 1953, in Benton Harbor, to Carl "Pinky" and Lorraine Schrader.
James was born blind and graduated from The Michigan School for the Deaf and Blind in the early 1970s. Immediately following graduation, he began his career as a gifted guitar player, starting in local establishments. His talent opened numerous opportunities for lead guitar roles where he played show-stopping performances in bands including, but not limited to, "Now and Then," "Blue Steel," "BadMannerz" and "White Summer." The King was best known for his solo electric rendition of the Star Spangled Banner.
When he wasn't "ripping" on his guitar, he enjoyed listening to the Chicago Cubs, Jacksonville Jaguars and Orlando Magic. He enjoyed the thrill of trying new experiences, including shooting guns, bungee jumping, driving golf carts, flying an airplane and traveling with his wife. He was known for his generosity, contagious smile and witty personality.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Thomas Schrader; and sister, Sharon Schrader.
He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Barbara, of Apopka, Fla.; stepson, Michael (Chris) Quails of Orlando; stepgrandchildren, Christopher and Faith Quails; sister, Wendy (Chris) Knapp of St. Joseph; and beloved niece, Melinda Petzke of St. Joseph.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
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