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INGO SCHROEDTER
Born: Dec 22, 1957
Date of Passing: Jul 19, 2025
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Ingo Christian Schroedter was born in Germany on December 22, 1957. He was the fourth of five children born to Ernest and Mathilde Schroedter (née Pohl). The family immigrated to Manitoba in 1961 and moved to a farm in the Interlake that same summer.
In 1962 Ingo attended a one room school in Hilbre when the teacher made space for him despite there being no kindergarten so he could learn to speak English. He graduated from Ashern Collegiate and attended the University of Winnipeg on scholarship.
After one year at the U of W, Ingo started working for Motor Coach Industries as a welder. For years he lived at the Oikos Co-Op on Wellington Crescent. It was at this time that he began his 14-year journey from White Belt to Tae Kwon Do Master.
Ingo began his studies anew at Red River Community College in Medical Laboratory Technology, graduating in 1982 and entering the field at the University of Manitoba to work under Dr. Henry Friesen; he was thereafter recruited to take on what would become his life’s work at the HSC Hematopathology Lab where he stayed until retiring in 2018 as a Senior Technologist. Ingo was a pioneer in bringing molecular genetics testing and diagnostic research into the clinical field, as a prolific author with dozens of publications spanning decades, hundreds of citations, and innumerable contributions to research projects. His range of interests and expertise was vast, from rat pituitary glands to women’s health, and he was respected for his creativity and unique approach to finding solutions. He would often say, “DNA is my life”.
On August 6, 1983, he married Iris Margaret Perchaluk. They have two children, Christian Ingo Perchaluk Schroedter and Artemis Iris Perchaluk Schroedter. Ingo cherished his family above all else.
Ingo loved hunting, foraging, and competitive target shooting. He generously shared meat from the hunt with his friends and their relatives. He was a big proponent of independent farms and the back to the land movement, and as a man of action considered it his duty to fight systems of oppression often forming personal connections with those in need. He was everyone’s best friend.
Ingo is survived by his wife Iris, children Christian (Johsa Manzanilla) and Artemis (Pat Neufeld), grandson Jürgen, siblings: Monika Tritthart, Erika O’Sullivan (Jim Miller), Peter Schroedter, Dagmar Schroedter (Gene Smoliak), and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his parents, Ernie Schroedter and Tillie (Pohl) Schroedter; father-in-law, Norman Perchaluk; brother-in-law, Charlie Tritthart; and his beloved grandson, Wolfgang.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Ingo’s memory to Ducks Unlimited Canada and Willow Place.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 26, 2025
Condolences & Memories (21 entries)
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My deepest condolences to the entire Schroedter family. No words can do justice on what an incredible human being he was ... I will miss watching him take his cat for daily walks. - Posted by: Greg Metallinos (Friend) on: Aug 04, 2025
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Sincere Condolences to Iris and family! There is nothing that can prepare you for a loss like this, but please know you are in my warmest thoughts and prayers! Ingo was a hard worker. May he rest in peace! With deepest Sympathy! - Posted by: Elizabeth Storoschuk (Family Friend) on: Jul 30, 2025
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Ingo was a treasured friend. He lived his life uniquely and with passion. I am so honoured to have been a part of his life. Love you, Ingo. - Posted by: Marlene Roche (Good friends) on: Jul 29, 2025
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Profoundly saddened by Ingo’s passing. Ingo was always outgoing, always positive, always caring…always Ingo. My deepest condolences to Iris, his children and family. You made a lot of people smile and will be missed by all who knew you. Rest well my distant cousin, Mel - Posted by: Mel Pelikys (Friend) on: Jul 28, 2025
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Condolences to Ingo’s family, Iris (wife) Christian and Artemis (children) as well as his grandson and all of his friends and relatives. We began hunting with Ingo back in 2019/2020 out at the farm. He was very helpful and taught us how to field dress a deer. We both got our first shots with Ingo and he couldn’t be more happy. He always said “okay you guys will do the next one alone”, but always hopped in to help us in cleaning our deer. He was very hospitable and always made sure we had a good hunt, 5 star hunting trips ever since we began going out. There was nothing like frying up some fresh meat with our buddy Ingo. This years hunt will be in honour of Ingo and all his wisdom and traditions that he carried. Rest Easy to our hunting pal. - Posted by: Justyn & Jeremy Parsons (Hunting Pals) on: Jul 28, 2025
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I am very saddened to hear of the passing of my co-worker, friend and mentor. I worked with Ingo for several years in the Molecular Hematopathology section at HSC. Ingo had a bright mind, inquiring soul, and a big warm heart. I learned a great deal under his tutelage and will be forever grateful to him for his support. Ingo often spoke affectionately of his family and how proud he was of them and of all their various undertakings. My heartfelt condolences to Iris, Christian and Artemis and to all his other beloved friends and family. Maybe someday hopefully if I get “up there” we can chat again together about the latest advances in PCR Technology over a tall nucleotide cocktail. May your Dominant genes rest in peace my friend… Liz Armitage - Posted by: Liz Armitage (Co-worker, friend) on: Jul 28, 2025
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I am truly saddened to hear of Ingo's passing. He was a great colleague and mentor to me and I considered him a good friend. My sincere condolences to his family. - Posted by: Debra Glenn (Colleague at HSC) on: Jul 27, 2025
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Great memories of Ingo. Condolences to all the family - Posted by: Eric and Karen Linde (Neighbours in Hilbre) on: Jul 27, 2025
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We were so sorry to hear about Ingo’s passing. Ingo was a good and principled man. The world could use more people like him. He made a difference in the world and, despite not having seen him in thirty years, his loss is felt. Sincere condolences to his family and friends and to all who knew him. - Posted by: Rod and Debbie West (Childhood neighbour) on: Jul 27, 2025
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Ingo was a wonderful man and he will be deeply missed. Wishing strength and comfort to all of the family. Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss. - Posted by: David and Jacqueline Fritz (Friends) on: Jul 26, 2025
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Sincere condolences to Iris and family. I met Ingo through a close friend of his in the early 90's. Always a pleasure to be in his company. Very knowledgeable and smart person who shared many stories and laughs through the years. - Posted by: Eugene Hawryshko (Friend) on: Jul 26, 2025
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I am very saddened to hear of the loss of my co-worker, mentor and friend Ingo. We worked together for several years in the Molecular Hemaptopathology section at HSC. A very bright mind with a warm heart… I learned a great deal under his tutelage and will be forever grateful to him. Ingo spoke very affectionately and proudly of his family. My heartfelt condolences to Iris, Christian and Artemis as well as his beloved others. Hopefully my friend, when I arrive up there, we can chat together again about the latest advances in PCR Technology over a nucleotide cocktail….May your Dominant genes rest peacefully in heaven. - Posted by: Liz (Armitage) on: Jul 26, 2025
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My deepest condolences to Iris and the entire family. I have known Ingo for almost 40 years. We both worked in the same capacity at UofM Dept of Physiology and therefore participated in the same events there for many years and on few occasions in social events as well. He certainly was an exceptional individual on many counts both on personal and professional level. It is hard to believe that he is gone, this is a shocking news to me. He will not be forgotten. - Posted by: Barbara Iwasiow (work colleague) on: Jul 26, 2025
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We will remember Ingo for his Kindness, how his eyes would light up when he would talk about his family and his pure joy of any activities that took place outdoors, which included mushrooms & berry picking, hunting & fishing. Our children and grandchildren always thought he was the coolest guy! Rest in peace. We shall miss you friend. - Posted by: Eugene & Patricia Stadnyk (Friends) on: Jul 26, 2025
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So sad to hear about Ingo. We appreciate the kindness he showed to my mom. Our sincerest condolences to Iris and her family. - Posted by: Eleanor & Willmar Skrumeda (cousin-in-law) on: Jul 26, 2025
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Ingo lived just a half mile from us at home on the farm, near Hilbre. Condolences to the family. Howard and Cheryl West. - Posted by: Howard and Cheryl West (Friend) on: Jul 26, 2025
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Ingo was a wonderful, kindhearted man. His dedication to his family and friends was exceptional. His radiant smile and sense of humour will be deeply missed. Our loving, sincere condolences to Iris and family members. RIP brother Ingo. - Posted by: Brenda and Jeff Tanach (Sister-in-law and brother-in-law) on: Jul 26, 2025
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My sincere condolences to Ingo’s entire family. Growing up 1/2 mile away, if Ingo (and Dagmar) were not at their house you could find them at our house or playing at the “Rockies” half way in between. There are soo many memories of Ingo that I will cherish. I, along with my mom are sending our love to you all. ❤️ - Posted by: Joanne Sander (Childhood Neighbor) on: Jul 26, 2025
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I’d like to thank Ingo for taking my boys under his wing to teach them how to hunt safely and for being their friend and for sharing his knowledge, my boys really appreciated him for all that he did for them rest peacefully, and go until we meet again. - Posted by: Jerry Parsons (Friend) on: Jul 26, 2025
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My condolences on such a sudden loss. What an impressive man. It's incredible how close to the tree apples sometimes fall. To see his picture, I would have been able to guess that Christian was his son. He must have been very proud that he is also following closely in his field. Big hugs to Johsa & Jürgen. - Posted by: Colin Jesson (Friend of family) on: Jul 26, 2025
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Our condolences to Ingo's family. We remember Ingo as a teenager growing up in the village of Hilbre. - Posted by: Wallace & Judy Hickman (Friend) on: Jul 26, 2025