Harold Henry Schreter passed away peacefully at the age of ninety-five on January 15, 2026, at his home in Frederick, Colorado.
Memorial Service

A memorial service honoring Harold’s life will be held at the Black Hills National Cemetery, located at 20901 Pleasant Valley Dr., Sturgis, SD 57785, on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Immediately following the memorial service, a Celebration of Life will take place in the Black Hills area. The Schreter family looks forward to sharing stories and celebrating Harold’s life with friends and loved ones. Further details on the location will be announced soon.

Early Life and Education:

Harold was the eldest child of Henry and Magdalene Schreter, born on September 21, 1930. His spiritual journey began early, as he was baptized, raised, confirmed, and married in the Lutheran church—a reflection of his lifelong faith. Harold’s education started in country school, where he attended through the eighth grade, followed by graduation from Java Public High School. He then briefly attended Wartburg College.
Marriage and Family

In 1951, Harold married Ann Louise (Witlock), the love of his life. Their relationship began when Harold met Ann at Luther League, and he immediately knew he would marry her, captivated by her beauty. Shortly after their wedding, Harold left South Dakota to serve in the U.S. Army in Fairbanks, Alaska, during the Korean War, with Ann joining him soon after. After Harold’s military service, he and Ann settled on the Schreter family homestead north of Swan Lake, where they farmed and raised cattle until their retirement in 2001. They made their home in Selby, South Dakota, from 2001 to 2011. In 2011, they moved to Colorado, where they spent the rest of their lives together.
Interests and Community Involvement
Faith, family, music, and fishing were central to Harold’s life. He participated in high school, church, and Selby Men’s choirs, creating cherished memories. Harold enjoyed singing and playing piano with his children and often performed solos, showcasing his remarkable tenor voice. In his youth, he played trumpet in a family band. Harold was an enthusiastic fisherman, happiest when on a boat or pontoon with a rod in hand. He also enjoyed pheasant and deer hunting. Harold was deeply engaged in his community, serving on the church council, school board, and as a member of the Board of Directors for Cam Wal Electric Cooperative, Inc. for twenty years.
Surviving Family

Harold is survived by his four children: Suzette Ann Bocock of Bowman, ND; Bryce Harold Schreter of Wears Valley, Tennessee; Nancy Jo (Joe) Mikre of East Bethel, MN; and Timothy Jay (Penny) Schreter of Frederick, CO. He also leaves behind ten grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, and three siblings: Donna Wolff of Selby, SD; Jeral (Delores) Schreter of Rapid City, SD; and Karen (Ron) Schneider of Odessa, FL. Harold is also remembered by several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Magdalene Schreter; his beloved wife, Ann Schreter; his daughter-in-law, Cynthia Schreter; and his brother-in-law, Calvin Wolff.