Services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 19 for Brad T. Schoon, 47, of Geneseo, Ill. Brad died Sunday, Dec. 16 following a five-month battle with Lou Gehrig's (ALS) disease. He was surrounded by his family.
A "Celebration of Brad's Life" will be Wednesday, Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. in the Geneseo High School Gymnasium. Per his request cremation rites have been accorded. Vandemore Funeral Home, Geneseo is assisting the family with arrangements.
In lieu of gifts or flowers, the family requests donations be made to the "Brad Schoon Memorial Scholarship Fund", c/o Central Bank, 101 North State Street, Geneseo, IL 61254. The fund will annually benefit a deserving Geneseo High School college bound senior.
Brad was a loving and caring husband and father. He was a considerate and helpful son, thoughtful brother, and a great friend to many. He was a dedicated high school science teacher for 23 years, the last 12 at Geneseo High School in Ill. He was respected by his colleagues and loved by his students.
Brad is survived by his wife, Renada and daughters Lindsay and Sara, his parents Neil (Pate) and Pat Schoon of Anamosa and his brothers Cris (Nancy) Schoon and Todd (Jennifer) Schoon.
Following the "Celebration", family and friends are invited to the Geneseo High School cafeteria for a time of reflection and sharing. Food donations will be welcome at the "Celebration".

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