Birth date: May 31, 1932 Death date: Apr 17, 2026
Grace Frances Schroat, 93, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, in her home. Grace was born in Decatur on May 31, 1932, the daughter of Martin and Mary (Rosetta) Endrizzi. She married Virgil Schroat on Read Obituary
Belinda Hailey lit a candle in memory of Grace Schroat
My loving, sweet and kind grandmother. She had a laugh that wouod make you smile and always made you feel special. The best chicken and noodles and sweet tea. I was lucky to have spent many summers being at her house even after my grandfather and the love of her life Virgil passed away. I got to see her daily at MacArthur high school because she worked there for over 2 decades. She made sure to hug me and always made sure I had money for lunch. If you ever met Grace, she made you feel welcome. She took pride in her flowers and her yard was always immaculate. I am happy both of my children got to know her and feel her sweet and kind nature. Give her hugs and kisses before she passed. God blessed me with an amazing grandmother for 38 years, she is with our lord and savior and her son Marty who she dearly loved. She told me she missed my grandfather before she passed and wanted to be with Jesus, I let her know she would be with them soon. While I have cried many tears for her passing, I will always smile because I have been a blessed man. She always made me feel wanted and loved. -Love you beautiful lady
Ryan Ebbens xoxo
Grace was a beautiful person inside and outside. Always wore a genuine heartfelt smile.
God called an ANGEL home!
Grandma Grace—a woman who was, in every sense of the word, unforgettable.
Grandma Grace was sweet and loving in a way that made you feel safe just being near her. Her kindness wasn’t loud or showy—it was steady, quiet, and always there when you needed it most. She had a heart of gold, the kind of heart that gave without expecting anything in return, the kind that made everyone feel like they mattered.
But if you knew her, you also knew she had a stubborn streak. And honestly, that was part of what made her so special. She stood her ground, believed in what she thought was right, and didn’t back down easily. That strength carried her through life, through challenges, and through moments that would have shaken anyone else. It wasn’t just stubbornness—it was determination, resilience, and a deep sense of who she was.
Grandma Grace was also practical—someone who knew how to handle life as it came. She didn’t overcomplicate things. She believed in doing what needed to be done, taking care of the people she loved, and finding simple ways to make life work. There was wisdom in that, the kind you don’t always notice right away, but the kind that stays with you long after.
What made her truly remarkable was how all of these qualities came together. She could be gentle and strong, warm and firm, loving and unwavering—all at the same time. She showed us that love isn’t just about words, but about actions, consistency, and being there.
The truth is, Grandma Grace leaves behind more than memories. She leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and quiet generosity. She lives on in the lessons she taught us, in the way she cared for others, and in the pieces of her we carry with us every day.
We will miss her deeply—her voice, her presence, her way of making everything feel just a little bit better. But we will also carry her with us, in our hearts, in our choices, and in the love we continue to give to others.
Grandma Grace, thank you for everything. For your love, your strength, your wisdom, and your heart of gold. You will never be forgotten.
Rest peacefully.
Gracie was a Mother to every kid in our neighborhood ,
Gracie was a Mother to every kid who grew up in the neighborhood we lived in, She was a friend To all That came through Her Door !
What can I say about a woman who never had a mean word to say about anyone she was always there never had to be asked she was the first one in the hospital when my mom died she taught me how to make great desserts dirty lady cakes and taught me patience and compassionate I will miss her very much I love you Grace here's a candle wet to light your way love Susie
