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1927
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2015
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Charles Schumacher Obituary
Mr. Schumacher was born in Durango on November 18, 1927. He graduated from Durango High School and served in the Navy. Upon his return to Durango, he married Dorothy Moore.
Charlie and his brother, Leroy owned and operated Schumacher Painting and Paperhanging for many years. He also worked for Guy Loether Construction and for the past 30 years, worked in maintenance and restoration of the Strater Hotel. Charlie was a master woodworker and his handicraft can be seen in the lobby of the Strater as well as the Office Spiritorium.
Mr. Schumacher was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Dorothy and a daughter, Jackie.
Mr. Schumacher is survived by his daughter, Gerrie Chamberlain of Durango, a brother, Leroy of Bayfield, a brother, Jack of Fruita, CO and several nieces and nephews.
No services are planned.
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Sarah Wright
June 23, 2015
I am sorry to hear of Mr. Schumacker's passing. Both he and his wife were good neighbors. They will be missed by our family and our neighborhood.
June 8, 2015
Gerry, Just heard about Charley, I am so sorry. He was a very special and talented cousin. We had such good times when we were kids. We knew him as Fettie, when we were young. We will miss him , Love and prayers, Eilene Cooper
June 7, 2015
John W. Walkington, son of John Walkington, whom Charlie worked with, sends his condolences.
Rick Baxter
June 4, 2015
He will be greatly missed
June 1, 2015
just lost my best brother and I will miss him very much Jack L schumacher
Brenda Macon
June 1, 2015
I was working for Rod Barker at the Strater Hotel when I first interviewed Charlie for a hotel room dedication in his honor.
I visited him at home and he showed me all the amazing things he had made over the years, from the furniture in the house to miniature carvings, jewelry, and a beautiful dollhouse that was magical in its detail. He showed me a tiny high-boy that went in the dollhouse dining room, complete with dove-tailed drawers and brass hinges. I was in awe, and asked him how many hours he worked to make such things. His reply? "It takes until I'm done." And he flashed me a sincere grin and I knew we would be friends. The world will miss his wry wit and out-of-this-world talent. My thoughts are with his daughter, friends, and extended family. -Brenda Macon
June 1, 2015
a great cousin he will be missed by manybob ruth wielang
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