Robert R. Schumacher Sr

Robert “Bob” R. Schumacher, age 71, of Wilmington, formerly of Manteno, passed away on January 1, 2018 after a brave battle with cancer. He was born on September 18, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois. Loving father of Robert (Lisa) Schumacher and John (Paul) Schumacher. Dear grandfather of Addison Schumacher and Evelynn Schumacher. Beloved brother of Karen Olivero and Nancy (Joe) Weber. Former husband and dear friend of Nancy Jo Larkin. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Ruth (nee Wendt) Schumacher of Tinley Park. Bob retired from Bechstein Construction in 2011. After several years of relaxation in retirement, he fulfilled a dream of living on a farm raising cattle, horses, and chickens. Bob loved family, bass fishing, four wheeling, and spending time at Woodsmoke Ranch in Seneca, Illinois. He was a quiet man who will be remembered for his generous heart, memorable laugh, German potato salad, and good sense of humor. He will be greatly missed. Visitation is at Brown Funeral Home on January 5 from 3-7 PM with a service at 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to the American Lung Association, the American Heart Association, or to the Schumacher Family to be established at a later date.