Larry A. Schumacher, 63, died Oct. 31, 2009. He was called home to the Lord after a long battle with many health ailments on Saturday, surrounded by his loving family and friends at St. James Healthcare.
He was born to H.F. “Babe” and Loretta (Schach) Schumacher on July 19, 1946, in Hamilton. While in high school, he played football and wrestled. He was on the state wrestling team. He graduated from Butte High School in 1964.
He worked for his father and mother at Schumacher Meats. He was also a cattle buyer, dead animal hauler, truck driver, and a logger. He retired from AM Wells of Norris in 2001 due to health reasons.
He was an avid fisherman who loved night fishing in inclement weather. He also loved to hunt, whether it was big or small game. He loved reloading shells and enjoyed taking rides on his four-wheeler.
He was able to carry on many of his father’s famous recipes, treating friends and family to many salamis, sausages, hot dogs, etc. He loved singing songs to his family and telling them stories.
He married Shelia Case Oct. 2, 1972, in Payette, Idaho. They renewed their vows Jan. 13, 2002, in the chapel at St. James Healthcare.
He was preceded in death by his father; mother-in-law, Mae Case McManus; and grandparents.
He is survived by his mother and his wife; sons, Mike J. Schumacher and Mike C. (Kris) Schumacher; daughter, Heather Schumacher (partner Shawn Bauer); grandchildren, Denea, Mikala, Brandon, Nathan, Cody, Shannon, Sierra, Colton, and Cheyenne; sisters, Sharon (Bill) Parnell and Gayle Schumacher (partner Bob Peltomaa); brother-in-law, Melvin (Beverley) Case; sister-in-law, Beatrice Bjorgum; aunts, Eleanor Wolffs, Marcella Clyde, and Norma Schumacher; nieces and nephews, Hayley Craddock, Janel (Dave) Archer, Tiffany (Ron) Steinborn, Justin (Jennifer) Parnell, Bethaney (Ron) Zeiler, Jarred (Sherry) Parnell, Donna Conlan, John (Carol) Willouhby, Sarahyl (Bill) Peccha, Mike Case, Sharman (Don), Carolyn (Pat) Brebrick, Ron Clark, Dawn Gillispie, and Dennis Case; along with several great-nieces and nephews. His “Bud” Snoopy and companion Candy will also miss him.
He will be missed by numerous friends and family. He touched the hearts of many people and he will be missed and remembered forever.
“Larry, my love, I will always love you. Until we meet again, enjoy your new life in the hands of the Lord.” — your wife, Shelia “Dad, you will always be my hero!” — Heather “Grandpa, please watch over us and help keep us safe. We love you and miss you already.” — your grandkids He received care from Rocky Mountain Hospice for two months before his death.
His family is grateful to St. James Healthcare and staff, Father Gregory Burke, John Uggetti, Father Bob Hall, Deacon Dan McGrath and Father Dan Driscoll.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in St. Teresa of Avila Church, Whitehall. A luncheon will follow in the reception hall at the church and burial will follow the luncheon at Holy Cross Cemetery, Butte.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to PO Box 4925, Butte, MT 59702 in c/o Larry Schumacher or to Rocky Mountain Hospice.
Larry's ONLINE Obituary with photo
