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So sorry to hear that your husband passed away, Kathy.
Sheila & Andy Link
September 15, 2021
Photo courtesy of Bailey & Foster Funeral Home - Palestine
Palestine, Texas
Jun 2, 1955 – Sep 9, 2021 (Age 66)
Steven Bryan Schmuker went home to the Lord September 9, 2021. He was 66 years old.
The funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Bailey and Foster Chapel, 207 S. Magnolia St., Palestine, TX. at 10:00 AM. David Schmuker, Mark Schmuker and
Tim Carlson will officiate. Burial will immediately follow the service at Roselawn Park.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Bailey and
Foster. Arrangements have been entrusted to Bailey & Foster Funeral Home.
Steve was born June 2, 1955 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Wayne and Marilyn Schmuker. He
graduated high school in 1973. He was retired from Walmart where he was a Walmart truck
driver from 2011 to 2020. During his career, he earned numerous driving certifications and
safety awards.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy
Beasley Schmuker: his children; Caleb Schmuker and wife Alea, Chad Schmuker, Steven
Schmuker, Jr., Jason Huddleston and wife Laura and Keri Vaughan: Brothers; David Schmuker
and wife Julia, Mark Schmuker and wife Debbie, Paul Schmuker and wife Sandy and Andrew
Schmuker and wife Jeree; Sisters Sharon Carlson and husband Tim and Ora Mae Henry;
Grandchildren Caien Huddleston, Cadyn Huddleston, Makenzie Vaughan, Madison Schmuker,
Morgan Schmuker and Mia Schmuker along with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Steve’s hobbies included playing golf, traveling and spending time with his family and friends.
He loved his family more than words can say. He stands in our hearts as an incredibly kind,
loving Christian man. We will mourn his loss daily but know we will be reunited in time.
Steve’s heart was heavy for the homeless, the family asks that any charitable donations made in
Steve’s memory be made to someone in need.
Read MoreSo sorry to hear that your husband passed away, Kathy.
Sheila & Andy Link
September 15, 2021
All our LOVE
Amity & Family
A great Man went to heaven too soon, our hearts go out to you and your sweet family.
All our Love Amity and Family
Amity Brooke Marsh
September 15, 2021 | Nephi, UT | Family
Kathy, I was so sorry to hear about Steve's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you all.
Dorothy Magee
September 15, 2021 | Palestine, TX | Friend
Kathy, words are so hard to find for the sorry I feel for you. You and Steve were such wonderful friends. I pray for you to find the peace you seek. Love you so much..
Linda Stockton
September 14, 2021 | Crockett, TX | Friend
Steve, was a great driver friend, Always had something great to say. My condolences to all of his family
Bobby Williams
September 14, 2021 | Lufkin, TX | Friend
Kathy, we are heartbroken for you and all of us that loved Steve. Our world changed in the blink of an eye. There is a void that only Jesus can fill. We love you so much sister. We are here for you day or night. All our love
Mark and Debbie Schmuker
September 13, 2021 | Mesa, AZ | Family
Group of 10 Memorial Trees
Jim& Retta Orr, Wanda & Ronni
September 13, 2021 | Palestine, TX
Cathy, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lee and Amanda Hurdle
September 11, 2021 | Palestine, TX | Coworker
I work with Steve when he drove for Walmart he was great friend to have going to miss him R.I.P Steve
Bobby Williams
September 11, 2021 | Lufkin, TX | Friend