The 2nd of my dad's 5 brothers, to a inoperable brain tumor, at home surrounded by family. We'd known his remaining trime was measured in weeks and days, so a sad but not tragic passing.
If good humor, gregariousness and story-telling ability (real or imagined!) are among the hallmarks of our clan, then I think none would argue that Uncle Bob was the quintessential Schroeder. If you have the chance, raise a glass to him tonight.