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Murray Schooner Obituary
SCHOONER MURRAY J. SCHOONER Lt. Col., U.S. Army (Ret.) June 12, 1935February 28, 2010 Beloved husband of Lorraine, proud father of Sue, Steve, Mike, and Kelly; joyful grandfather of Thor, John and Mason; and loving son-in law to Delphine Foppiani. Military service in Korea, Vietnam, and Germany. Awarded Bronze Star, Legion of Merit, Air Medal, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry, Combat Infantryman''s Badge; Parachute Wings. Procurement Director for Unisys; Veterans Business Advocate for NaVOBA; VP of FEDMINE. Tireless advocate for small business, and active in AFCEA, DoD''s Mentor Protégé Round Table, NCMA, NDIA, NMSDC, VRMSDC, TRIAD. Ba''al tekiah for Fort Belvoir Jewish Community. Joyful voice in Heritage Hunt theatre and men''s choir. Funeral service 1 p.m. at the Belvoir chapel, 5950 12th St, Ft. Belvoir, Thursday, March 4, reception to follow. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery at future date. Lorraine will welcome guests (shiva) in the evening 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday evening, at 6245 Clay Hill Ct, Gainesville, VA. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions in memory of Murray to either: Lance Armstrong Foundation, P.O. Box 6003, Albert Lea, MN 56007 or http:// philly2010.livestrong.org / schooner or Girls Group, c/o Sue Schooner, 2445 Newport Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.
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Carl Unlaub, LTC, USA, retired
November 17, 2021
Murray was my company commander when I served in Korea as S4, 1/31Inf. A truly jovial and principled leader! He had a great impact on my life & he will be missed!
February 3, 2017
My cousin and childhood friend. We had a lot of childhood adventures together.
Ron Mueller
George Rosen
May 8, 2015
Just read the news. Murray and I graduated high school together and he used to pick me up in his 1939 Hudson to go to school, Always in good humor with a joke or tale. Rest well!!
Greg Prouty
July 1, 2014
Just thought of my old friend Murray and very sorry to hear of his passing. I audited his Small Business Program for many years and enjoyed his company at many Small Business events.I asked him to be a guest speaker often and he always was someone I could totally count on. He called me "His Auditor" ,but he was a friend. I, know how his family must miss him he was a one of the best. I have a thousand memories if him all good. Rest in, peace Murray we will neet again. I was the Assistant Director of Small Business for DCMA Baltimore/Virginia for many years.
Mary Jane BOBBITT Platt
July 30, 2013
Well,well, my beautiful friend and fabulous mentor Murray. You came into my thoughts this morning, just as you do so many times. I decided to google your name in an effort to procure a new phone number for you and Lorraine to catch up as I have over the years since I left Virginia and moved back to my home state of illinois. instead of the Info I was seeking, up came an obit! I thought this cant be my Murray Schooner! but in looking further, their was your picture and I was left feeling empty and sad to know that the world had lost your wonderful smile and boundless energy to help anyone who needed you. you took me under your wing as a fledgling P.A. in our office in Fairfax, Va. and to my knowledge I was your first small business purchasing agent. what a great teacher you were! through the years when people would ask about my career, I always told them about you dear Murray and i the days when other male bosses werent ready to help women move up the corporate chain, you helped me to learn and go as far as I could possibly manage! What a blast our small group had together, I think we were only a crew of six or seven at that time, and Pat tried to keep us all in line! lol. well my dearest friend rest jn pease, and know that there is one gal in Peoria, illinois who will forever be in your debt. my love to you Lorraine and all his family who love and miss that classic Murray smlie. He was bigger than life!!!!
Paul Patel
March 28, 2011
I had the pleasure of getting to know Murray & his family in recent years while he patiently taught us the federal business. His guidance, persistence, and mentoring were amazing; however the best part was clearly the friendship that has grown. I think about you often Murray. It is hard to believe you have gone to greener pastures for more than a year now. My wife Karen and I are always grateful that you invited us to your home and made us feel very welcome to the DC area during our stay there a couple of years ago.
Your Family
February 28, 2011
You’ve been gone exactly one year today. The memory of this day last year remains so vivid, yet it feels like it has been an eternity without you. Although we have wonderful memories to cling to, it’s difficult to accept the idea that there will be no new memories to come. Life without Dad/Grandpa just isn’t the same. We love you, we miss you, and we remember you, on this day and every day.
June 22, 2010
Lorraine - Jim and I extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. I just found out about Murray's death on yesterday, 6/21/10 and was saddened to hear of his passing. May God be your source of strength during your time of bereavement.
With sympathy,
Cheryl Crump
Kelly Lancellotti
June 20, 2010
Your birthday passed and now it is Father's Day. We miss you so much and wish you were still with us to celebrate these occasions. Your spirit remains, but it sure would be nice to hear your voice or see your smile.
Marion & Doit Shotts
May 1, 2010
Marion and I will always remember your infectious smile. B'shalom.
Internment at Arlington Cemetary with full military honors.
Ed Weil
April 28, 2010
Chris Dunne
April 27, 2010
Good bye Murray. Today was your send-off. I will miss, but never forget, your smile, warm spirit, open heart and enduring encouragement! When I interviewed for my current job, the owners mentioned that Murray Schooner was a consultant of theirs. I said ‘I know that man – I heard him speak at a small business conference 20 years before.’ The owners were divided on whether to pursue direct government business. Ironically, once I began working closely with Murray, their differences came to a head and the opposing partner left, leaving the door open for the company to achieve the vision that Murray had instilled in us. A lot good happened in the short time that I knew Mr. Murray. I know a lot more good will come still. I’ll forever be cognizant of his values and attitude in business and his loving family. Murray was a model human being – and all of you, are a model loving, serving family. I will keep his memory and yours close to my heart. He sent me a card when I was particularly blue and discouraged ‘Wishing you a song in your heart’. I wish you and yours a song in your heart – a Merry, Murray song!
Amelia Lancellotti
April 26, 2010
Good-bye Murray!
I will be miss you.
Your smile, your generosity of spirit, and your love of life.
Lamar Wagner
April 25, 2010
I met Murray while singing in the bass section of the Men's Chorus at Heritage Hunt and it was not very long before I realized that he was a man of outstanding quality, dedication, and integrity. A small example of this was his willingness to proceed with his role as the "Island Man" in the 2009 Spring Concerts even though he was suffering intense hip pain at the time. Murray will be missed by both Lois and myself, and we are grateful for the opportunity of having known him.
Ed Weil
April 23, 2010
Murray was my close friend and mentor. He taught me everything I know about assisting small business as I served as his understudy at Unisys for many years. He left impossibly big shoes to fill.
I remember he was fond of booming out to small business audiences at the hundreds of speaking engagements: I'll be your mentor as long as you do everything I say! His life was about helping others and bringing joy to everything he did. Everyone loved Murray, he was the life of any gathering. We traveled together across the country for many years helping small business and MEBE -WEBEs (as he liked to call the acronyms). He was truly an amazing man -- one of a kind. I cannot express in words how much he has meant to me. You will be missed my Friend! My prayers to Lorraine, Steve and family. Oh was he ever so proud of you Steve!! You are a lucky man to have had Murray as your father. Shalom.
April 16, 2010
I met Murray through the men's chorus here at Heritage Hunt and knew right away that we had a "gem" in the group. Murray had the gift of being able to sing an octave lower than the bass section so you always knew when he was at rehearsal. If there was any acting or character roles to be performed then Murray was your man.
He was a warm and caring individual and I will miss him greatly.
Thanks Murray for your contribution to the Men in Song and for living the life that you did.
Dave Daniels
Dulce Maria Gray
April 13, 2010
Dear Lorraine,
My heart is with you and your family at this sad time when we say goodbye to Murray. He was kind, generous and loving, and I am grateful to have known him.
Love,
Scott Denniston
April 9, 2010
Lorraine, Steve, Sue and Family: What a blessing to have known Murray! Always full of life and a warm hug and smile for all. Just seeing him made the world a brighter place. As I travel around the country and talk with small business owners who had the pleasure of knowing him, each has their own special story of Murray's kindness! He certainly left this world a better place. We miss him!!
Susie and Scott Denniston
Ashok Mehan
April 9, 2010
It is going to be very hard for me not having Murray around... without him I would not be where I am today
Ina Mayer
April 8, 2010
I didn't know Murray very well, but I'll always remember his performances in the ld time Radio Show and the Men's chorus.
LTC Matthew, Deborah, Sonia, & Marcus Mednick
April 8, 2010
We had the pleasure of meeting Murray when he would come to blow the shofar for the Belvoir military community. As with all military we have moved away now, but we will not forget the wonderful people we have met on the journey.
Murray will be missed by all.
Mary Ellen Dorsey
April 7, 2010
Lorraine and family,
I was blessed to have met Murray more than 15 years ago while I was working in the small business office at Treasury. We could always count on Murray to help us support the small business community any time we asked. He was able to provide insight on what industry needed from small business providers. He was a wonderful man and someone we could always count on. I was thrilled that Murray made a special effort to attent my retirement party (from DHS) in September 2009; he made a great impression on me. His memory will stay with me forever.
Sol & Winnie Gordon
April 7, 2010
Lorraine, the Gordon and Hunter families miss "Uncle Murray" very much. He was a good friend who brightened our lives in countless ways. May his memory be for a blessing to us all. Love,
Laurie and Slick Katz
April 7, 2010
My family and I are so saddened by the passing of Murray. We have been members of the congregation since my children were babies and feel the loss but will always remember him as the vibrant man he was! He remains the most amazing shofar blower ever!
Laurie, Slick, Matthew and Rachel Katz
Lisa Pomerantz (Bartell)
April 7, 2010
My memories of LTC Schooner span over 35 years (our families were part of a tight-knit Ft. Belvoir Jewish community). His bear hugs and jolly laugh always put a smile on my face! And his shofar blowing was the highlight of the High Holidays! My heart goes out to the Schooner Family, hoping your memories bring you much comfort now and always!
Jane Becker
April 7, 2010
I had a great time working with Murray in the HH Little Theater. I had several opportunites for some very interesting discussions with him. I will fondly remember him as a warm, fun loving and generous person. I feel most fortunate that our lives crossed.
NANETTE ROSS
April 7, 2010
MURRAY WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN. HE WAS AS WARM AND FUZZY AS HIS BEARD.HE WAS A MAN OF GOOD PRINCIPLES AND DEEDS.
Mimi Kaikov
April 7, 2010
Murray was an amazing man! my family grew up with his family and I have so many wonderful memories of our years together in Frankfurt, Germany. I'll never forget the Fiddler on the Roof plays and the laughter & joys he spread around the world! my deepest sympathies to the family!
April 7, 2010
Murray was very special to Harold and I. Even tho Harold is gone over 14 years, I still think fondly of Murray, and also Lorraine. Much love to the family. Leona Bartell
Jay Garbus
April 7, 2010
We will miss your Shofar blowing and singing at the Ft Belvoir Chapel. Chairperson, Ft Belvoir JCC, CW4 Jay E. Garbus
Steve Humphrey
April 7, 2010
A mentor, colleague and friend was Murray, who once told me "Come on, we'll hobble along together," meaning come on, no quitting today. We're blessed if we knew him and our memories are strength.
David Leveton
April 7, 2010
Murray welcomed us warmly at the Shalom Club when we first arrived at Heritage Hunt. I always enjoyed his company at tennis. We bonded during the Variety Show in 2008. Murray preceded me on stage and we helped each other cope with nerves. Murray was busy counting the number of Jewish people in the show. I thought that was an amusing way of passing the time and distracting us from the potential terror of messing up on stage.
Tom/Janet Snyder
April 7, 2010
Shalom be with all the Schooner family and friends. Murray will always be in our hearts.
Love,
Tom & Janet
Linda Kessler
March 16, 2010
Our hearts go out to the entire Schooner family. As a small business provider to Unisys, we were often on the receiving end of Murray's competence and kindness. He was truly a good and decent man who will be missed by many.
Joanne Porreco
March 12, 2010
Lorraine, I loved his booming voice raised in song, his joy of life, gardening, a good joke, and his unabashed love for you.
I loved that he truly saw people past all of their differences and flaws - straight through to the goodness of their being. His memory will always bring a smile to my face.
Carol Miller
March 10, 2010
What a great loss to everyone who new him, but especially for anyone who had never met him. I am so fortunate that I had the brief opportunity to meet such a special person. You are in my thoughts Lorraine, take care.
Mike Adelman
March 9, 2010
Lorraine, Murray was always the bright light in my days at Sperry/Unisys. Truly, he was one-of-kind in the best of ways. Good memories always. I am so sorry for your loss.
Mary Overpeck
March 9, 2010
Knowing Murray was to have your life enriched. Thank you for sharing him and your family to provide very warm memories.
Susan Cooper
March 5, 2010
One of the last emails I read from Murray said "keep your eye on the donut,not the hole". I will Murray.
Susan Hogan
March 5, 2010
Murray will be missed by all of us at the National Minority Supplier Development Council. He was a great advocate for minority business and really made a difference. Be proud. He was very special.
Sue Hogan
Supplier Diversity Manager
PSEG - NJ
Co-Chair NY/NJ Minority Supplier Development Council
Jodie Paustian
March 4, 2010
I am so sorry to the entire family for your loss. Murray will be sorely missed. I considered him a mentor and friend. Murray made a special effort to come to a breakfast meeting and introduce me as the guest speaker for a small business event. I got the chance to sit with him and tell him how much I appreciated his efforts toward small business concerns and his help with the IRS Small Business Program for many years. I am truly saddened by his loss.
Fred Canady
March 4, 2010
I am sorry for your loss. The loss is a loss for the entire minority business community as well as all of his many, many peers. I was a board member with Murray at Diversity Information Resources. I represented PepsiCo on the board. Murray was tremendously passionate about MBE's, his knowledge of government support therein and his friends. Murray will be very, very, very sincerely missed. Above all he was a great guy. My heart felt best wishes.
March 4, 2010
My heart aches for you, the Murray Schooner family. I only met "Uncle Murray" once. He was warm and friendly and just a delightful person. Carolyn Coffman Moore, My daughter-in-law (Uncle Murray's niece) and her husband Paul (my son) always spoke so highly of Uncle Murray. They admired him and loved him. And, I got the impression that most people who knew Murray Schooner felt the same way. I'm so sorry for your loss to the Schooner and to the Coffman families. Irene Moore
Jon Armao
March 4, 2010
Lorraine, I remember Murray when he first came to Sperry Univac when we were on Wisconsin Avenue. He started with a small procurement group and it grew from there. He was one of the most enthusiastic, warm, and friendly guys I've ever met. I'm sorry for your loss.
Ralph Johnson
March 3, 2010
Lorraine and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Murray's passing. It was a pleasure knowing and working with him for many years at Unisys. He was a dedicated employee who worked enthusiastically for the company and for small business. He was always ready to help small businesses figure out the crazy world of government contracting. He was always ready to speak at a gathering - to share his knowledge with others on the world of small business doing business with the federal government. And he was always ready to have a good time. He will be missed.
Ron Perlman
March 3, 2010
Murray will be greatly missed by all of his friends and colleagues in the Federal contracting community because of his drive, his passion, his commitment to service for others, his great professional competence and his wonderful human attributes. He was a great professional and a good man.
Karen Kendrick
March 3, 2010
Murray's infectious smile will be missed forever. May we always remember how much he enjoyed life and loved making others smile as well. That alone can put a smile on anyone's face.
March 3, 2010
We are deeply saddened to hear of Murray's passing. All who knew him loved him. Mary Ellen and Jim (Pinellas Park, FL)
Betsy Miles
March 3, 2010
I was deeply saddened to hear of Murray's passing. He was a man of many talents, and I will always remember his laugh! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marjorie and David Varner
March 3, 2010
Any event involving Murray Schooner was an invitation to celebrate life with gusto. We felt privileged to know him through his son Steve.
Murray Sewell
March 2, 2010
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Murray. He was a great mentor and teacher to me during my time at Unisys. What a great contribution he made during his life. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Lance Lerman
March 2, 2010
We are saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Lerman family
Joseph Coffman
March 2, 2010
Uncle Murray was a truly wonderful and admirable man. All who knew him loved him. Murray knew how to have fun and enjoy life and, therefore, people enjoyed being around him. I went skiing with Murray, Lorraine, Mike and Kelly many years ago, and even to this day I think of him on that trip to Snowshoe every time I ski. Murray will be missed by everyone whose life he touched.
Steve Schooner
March 2, 2010
Murray will be buried, with full military honors, at Arlington National Cemetery on Tuesday, April 27, at 9:00 a.m.
His glass was always half-full, never half-empty.
March 2, 2010
Lorraine, No words can help right now to ease your pain but know that Murray was a great guy...always bubbly and full of life when I knew him at Unisys. He was a sweetheart! Take care of yourself and the family as I know you will.
Kathleen Donovan
Unisys
Ed Rinkavage
March 2, 2010
I heard Murray speak at NCMA on a number of occassions. My most memorable was when Murray and his son Steve debated each other on small business policy. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. EJR
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