A funeral will be held Thursday for 83-year-old Russell J. Schumer of Old Appleton, Missouri who passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at Mercy Hospital Perry.
He was born August 6, 1940 in Perryville, Mo. to Herman and Minnie (Huber) Schumer, who both preceded him in death.
Russell and Patricia Blechle were married on June 19, 1965 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Apple Creek, Mo. She preceded him in death.
He is survived by three sons: Billy J. (Michelle) Schumer of Perryville, Mo., Gerald Schumer of Old Appleton, Mo., and Andy (Karen) Schumer of Oak Ridge, Mo.; three daughters: Lisa (Juan) Ruiz of Old Appleton, Mo., Theresa Amschler of Old Appleton, Mo., and Angela (Jim ) Palmer of Old Appleton, Mo.; a brother: Steve (Sandra) Schumer of Perryville, Mo.; a sister: Mary (Jerry) Schafroth of Perryville, Mo.; 16 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by three brothers: Gary, Roger, and Allen Schumer; a sister: Kathy McCune; and a son-in-law, Kevin Amschler.
He served in the United States Marines Corps.
Russell worked in maintenance for the auto manufacturing industry.
He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Apple Creek, Knights of Columbus, and UAW Local No. 136. Russell took care of the Shrine at St. Joseph Catholic Church for years. He enjoyed woodworking and was a professional storyteller. Russell loved to laugh and enjoyed his grandchildren.
Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, January 17, 2024 and from 8-9:15 a.m. Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville.
A funeral mass for 83-year-old Russell J. Schumer of Old Appleton will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, January 18, 2024 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with the Rev. Michael Benz officiating and the Rev Jim French and the Rev. Tony Dattilo as concelebrants.
Burial will be at St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery in Apple Creek, Mo.
Memorial contributions may be given to Old Appleton Brushhawks.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.