Roll Call Tribute

Published in The San Diego (CA) Union Tribune on Oct. 31, 2017

Gordon Bruce Schumacher(1931 - 2017)
Gordon Bruce Schumacher February 17, 1931 - September 21, 2017 SAN DIEGO Dr. Gordon " Bruce " Schumacher, 86, born in Neenah, Wisconsin, passed away at his home on September 21, 2017 . He was a decorated veteran of the Korean conflict, as a F4U Corsair Pilot, and the Vietnam war as a Chaplain. He received three air medals from both Korea and Vietnam as well as the Bronze Star and letter of recognition from the President of the United States for his work helping orphans, schools and hospitals in need of urgent care while in Vietnam.He continued to serve the navy as a Clinical Life skill Educator for Fleet and Family support Center until he retired at the age of 82. From decorated fighter pilot to decorated soul saver, Bruce was a great humanitarian, friend to those in need, Husband, Father and Grandfather. Bruce would talk to anyone willing to listen to him about his fantastic life stories which will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Dr. Schumacher received his Doctorate in Psychology from USIU, San Diego. He also held a Master's Degree in both Theology and Clinical Counseling. And Bachelor's Degree in History and Languages from Texas A&M. Bruce is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth "Kay" Schumacher and their five children: Amy Mingo (Paul), Skylar Mahal, Peter Schumacher (Michele), Stuart Schumacher and Julie Brenner (Joseph). He also leaves behind four grandchildren: Austin, Margot, Alec and Ashlee. Bruce was predeceased by his daughter Susan Schumacher and his granddaughter Bridgette . In lieu of flowers, please make donations to http://defeatgbm.org/ or http://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/merkelServices for Bruce will be held Friday, November 10, 2017 at the Miramar National Cemetery located at 5795 Nobel Drive, San Diego, California 92122 at 1:30 p.m.