Gary Don Schumacher

A Mass of Christian Burial for Gary Schumacher, 48, of Gainesville, will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 19, 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Fr. Victor Cruz officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery. A Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 18, with visitation to follow, at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home.

Mr. Schumacher was born September 4, 1964 in Gainesville, TX. He passed away April 15, 2013 in Gainesville.

Mr. Schumacher graduated from St. Mary’s School in 1979 and Gainesville High School in 1983. Gary began his long and successful career with the City of Gainesville in 1986. More importantly that year, he married Bonnie Truesdell on February 28. Gary was a very hard worker and was happiest when serving others. Gary enjoyed hunting, fishing, grilling, and just being outdoors. Gary was a long-time volunteer with the Gainesville Fire Department. Gary never met a stranger and would start up a conversation with just about anyone. Above all, Gary treasured the time he spent with his family – traveling to Colorado and Yellowstone National Park, playing golf with his children, and coaching his son’s football teams. Gary touched the lives of those closest to him and countless others – he will be dearly missed by all.

Survivors include: wife, Bonnie Schumacher of Gainesville; son, Brandon Schumacher of Gainesville; son, Shaun Schumacher, wife, Christina, and granddaughter, Ryleigh of Collinsville; daughter, Delaney Schumacher of Gainesville; parents, Melvin and Patsy Schumacher of Gainesville; mother-in-law, Wanda Truesdell of Gainesville; brother, Dale Schumacher and wife, Dianna of Gainesville; brother Kenny Schumacher of Gainesville; sister, Karen Privett and husband, Sonny of Gainesville; brother, Dennis Schumacher and wife, Diana of Gainesville; brother, Ronnie Schumacher of Gainesville; twin brother, Jerry Schumacher and wife, Sandra of Gainesville; brother-in-law, Scott Truesdell and wife, Brenda of Gainesville; brother-in-law, Randall Truesdell and wife, Nicki of Gainesville; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Mr. Schumacher was preceded in death by his grandparents: Ted and Katie Gremminger, and Henry and Elizabeth Schumacher; and father-in-law, Richard Truesdell.

Pallbearers will be Gary’s brothers and brothers-in-law. Honorary pallbearers will be employees of the City of Gainesville.

Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice.