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Melvin SCHUMACHER Obituary

Melvin Kevin Schumacher

SPRINGFIELD - Melvin be-gan his life on Dec. 10, 1955, in St. Louis, Mo., to parents Clara Lorraine Moore and Samuel Freder-ick Schumacher, and de-parted this life on Dec. 23, 2012, at Saint Francis Medical Center, Peoria, Ill.

A long-time member of Abundant Faith Christian Center in Springfield, Ill., Melvin was a true "pull yourself up by the bootstraps" man who worked for, or volunteered much of his time to, the City of Springfield, State of Illinois, YMCA and American Legion Post 809. His legacy in Springfield was one of countless hours of volunteerism with multiple agencies including Habitat for Humanity, St. John's Bread/Pantry, Abundant Faith's as well as other community-based services and shelters in the Greater Springfield area. Many would turn to Melvin for his assistance in their hour of need, whether they needed help or were asking him to provide assistance. He selflessly gave back to the community in which he chose to live. Melvin also knew the meaning of living life to the fullest as a member of the Rat Pack Motorcycle Club. He enjoyed their road adventures as well as life's joys from travel and people he met along the way.

Melvin was preceded in death by his son, Martin D. Lewis, on June 2, 2005. He leaves to cherish his mem-ories his parents, Samuel Schumacher and Clara Moore Lincoln; daughter, Rebecca R.L. Schumacher; six grandchildren: Jazmine Lewis, DeJuan Adams, Martina Teasley, Marshawn Youngblood, Martin Schu-macher, and Mariah Schu-macher; sisters: AliceAnna Schumacher of Fairfax, Va., Valerie N. Robinson of Denver, Co.; brothers: Charles L. Schumacher of St. Louis, Mo./Springfield, Ill., James D. Lincoln of Las Vegas, Nev., and Timothy C. Lincoln of Springfield, Ill.; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and dear friends.

Funeral services will be Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour before the service at 10 a.m. at Abundant Faith Christian Center, 2525 Taylor Ave., Springfield, IL 62703. Pastor Jerry Doss officiating. Interment will be at Camp Butler National Cemetery.

Walker Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

Published by The State Journal-Register on Jan. 2, 2013.
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very late post but it's never to late too say goodbye...Melvin was a childhood friend in st. Louis, mo just wanted to send my condolences to the family...rip bro

lloyd wallace

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October 5, 2016

“All of us are born for a reason, but all of us don't discover why. Success in life has nothing to do with what you gain in life or accomplish for yourself. It's what you do for others.” ~ Danny Thomas.....Melvin will be missed by many in this community and remember for all he did.

Charlene Moe

January 9, 2013

MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

LISA RUSH & FAMILY

January 3, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Bonita Jackson/LadeeJ

January 2, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

John& Lillie Pimpton-Henderson

January 2, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Butch&Carol McNeal

January 2, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

henry porter

January 2, 2013

Melvin touched so many lives including ours. He gave so much to our community and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time. The world has lost a great man and Heaven gained an awesome angel....

Joyce & Wally Gerhold

January 2, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Michele Wilson AFCC

January 2, 2013

my thoughts and prayers are with the family of melvin schumacher. God bless

celinda hearn

January 2, 2013

My prayers are with the family. May God Bless you with strength during this most difficult time.

Bonita Jackson

January 2, 2013

My condolences to the Schumacher family.

Jacquie Readus

January 2, 2013

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