Jack F. Schroth, 60 of Bryans Road, MD, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on July 5, 2013. He was born in Washington, DC on February 5, 1953.

Jack was the beloved husband of Debbie Schroth for 37 years; loving father of Jaclyn Dresch (John) and Lauryn Norman (Steve); proud grandfather of Ava, Aubrie and Austin Dresch. He is also survived by his mother, Betty Newman, sisters, Sharon Shields, Trisha Patton, brothers, Kenny, Jimmy and Wayne Newman and father and mother-in-law, Jim and Bobbie Reese.

He was preceded in death by his father, William Schroth, stepfather, Lee Newman, sister, Jean Brooks and granddaughter, Kenley Norman.

Jack's most treasured activity was spending time with his family. He enjoyed history as well as following current events and professional sports. Jack possessed a quick wit, and great sense of humor, and was a kind man, generous to all he met.

Family and friends will be received at Arehart-Echols Funeral Home, 211 St. Mary's Ave., La Plata, MD on Wednesday, July 10, from 6 to 8pm. Jack's Life Celebration will be held on Thursday, July 11, 11am (visitation beginning at 10am) at Calvary Gospel Church, Waldorf, MD. Interment will follow to Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD.

Pallbearers will be Kenny Newman, Wayne Miller, Doug Miller, Randy Bowie, Roger Willis and Jake Weisman.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Calvary Gospel Church, 11150 Berry Rd. Waldorf, MD 20603.

Arrangements provided by Arehart-Echols Funeral Home.