Robert George Schuermann

Robert G. Schuermann, 90 of Cooperstown, NY, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025 surrounded by family and under the compassionate care of Crystal Coast Hospice House of Newport, NC.
Born on May 5, 1934 in Tenafly, NJ to Anton and Helen Schuermann, Bob's life was one full of love, laughter, family, and adventure. He graduated from Tenefly High School in 1952, where he had already captured the the heart of his future bride and lifelong partner, Linda Haase. Together they shared a life of love and companionship before Linda's passing just months ago, on their 65th wedding anniversary October 3rd, 2024.
A man with a joyful spirit and a twinkle in his eye, Bob always knew how to make those around him laugh, often spinning a good story to ensure others shared in his joy. He served in the US Army and played baseball for the Corning Red Sox before embarking on a long career in banking in New York and New Jersey. But it was in 1980 when he and Linda moved to Cooperstown, NY that he truly found his heart's home. Enchanted by the villiage's charm and the surrounding beauty of nature, Cooperstown became the place where Bob and his family built everlasting memories.
Bob was a storyteller at heart, always ready to share tales from his childhood, especially those of mischevious adventures with his brothers and sister. He found great joy in reminiscing about the hours spent fishing and hunting with his brothers as well as his lifelong friends Bob and Ed wading through rivers and hiking in the woods. Otsego Lake eventually became his favorite place to weave stories and build memories, whether he was fishing, hunting, boating, raising animals with his children, or snowmobiling.
Nothing brought Bob more happiness than his grandchildren. Whether it was attending their sporting events, concerts, dance recitals, or graduations, Bob's face would light up with pride. The love he had for his grandchildren was immesurable, and he delighted in taking them on boat rides across Otsego Lake, nature walks to nearby streams, numerous day trips throughout the region, and teaching them how to call turkeys in the woods. These moments will forever be etched in their hearts.
Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife Linda; his parents, and his in laws Paul and Corrinne Haase. He is survived by his son Matthew and his wife Maureen of Cooperstown, NY; his daughter Betsy Streek of Richlands, NC; his grandchildren Matthew, Margaret, Jennifer, Meagan, and Melissa; his brother in law Hal Saydah and family of Lancaster, PA; his brother Bud and family of Washington Township, NJ; his brother Gary and Venta and family of South Yarmouth, MA; Linda's brother Norman and Kitty Haase and family of Glen Mills, PA. He was also predeceased by his sister Audrey Saydah, his brother Ed and wife Karen, and his sister in law Audrey Schuermann.
In honor of Bob and Linda's incredible life together, their children invite friends and family to celebrate with family on Saturday, May 17th from 3 - 6 PM at 71 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown, NY. It will be an afternoon to share stories, laugh, and reflect... just as Bob and Linda would have wanted.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations may be made to Crystal Coast Hospice House of Newport, NC or Helios Care in Oneonta, NY, and that you take a moment to thank your local hospice care providers for their dedicated and compassionate work. Johnson Funeral Home of Richlands is honored to assist Bob's family during this difficult time. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Robert George Schuermann, please visit our floral store.