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Phillip Schrager Obituary
Oct 10, 1937 – Jun 7, 2010
Phillip was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Jack J. and Sonia (Paley) Schrager and waged a courageous battle against cancer before succumbing Monday in Omaha. He founded the Pacesetter Corporation in Omaha in 1962; was a member of the Omaha Chamber of Commerce Business Hall of Fame; was honored as King of Aksarben in 2000 and Humanitarian of-the-year by NCCJ in 1999. He was a philanthropist and a noted collector of American Contemporary Art. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1959 and later in life received an Honorary Doctorate of Letters from UNO. Among his numerous charitable deeds was the establishment of the Pacesetter Leadership Scholarship Program at UNO as well as the Pacesetter Academy for underprivileged youth. He is survived by beloved wife Terri; sons and daughters-in-law Jeffrey Schrager and Anne York of Omaha, Timothy and Lauren Schrager of Atlanta, Richard and Laura Schrager of Omaha; daughter and son-in-law Angel and Aaron Goldman of Atlanta; son Jack Schrager of Omaha; sister Cherna Gitnick and brother-in-law Dr. Gary Gitnick of Los Angeles; brother Harley Schrager and sister-in-law Beth Schrager of Omaha; grandchildren: Nik, Cole, Justin, Sonia, Lindsey, Luke, Hannah, Phillip, Daniel, Benjamin, Sophia and Lois; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by wife Lois Jeanne Kodner.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either the Jewish Federation Foundation of Omaha or the local chapter of the American Red Cross. SERVICES Thursday, Jun 10, 10am, Temple Israel, 7023 Cass St. Burial at Temple Israel Cemetery. HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 391-3900
Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Schrager
Tish Walker-Halstead
June 2, 2025
I think about Phil and his family every year on the anniversary of his death. My heart goes out to Terri and Jack.
Tish
Susie Stern
June 24, 2010
My condolences go out to the entire Schrager family. Phil was a great guy. He made quite an impression on me when I was a youngster in our neighborhood. He was not only successful, enjoyed life's finest, but he was intense, self-disciplined & giving to others. I was especially fond of his contemporary art - which influenced my taste, to this day. He was an all-around great person. He will be greatly missed!
Maggi Otis
June 16, 2010
My sincere condolences to the entire Schrager family and friends. It has taken me quite aback to see someone so vibrant leave. I admired Phil for his energy and love for his family. I did not know you all, but we were just pups when we met back in the 60's. Even though I have not seen Phil (or Terry) in many, many years, he will be missed. He gave his all to the arts, his family!
June 13, 2010
To the Entire Schrager family: Phil was a respected leader in our community and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Brenda, Kevin & Rachel Petersen
June 12, 2010
Our condolences to the entire Schraeger Family at the loss of husband, father, brother , Phil.
Dorene & Phil Paley
(Milwaukee cousins)
June 12, 2010
To the Schrager-Gitnick family--Sorry for your loss--and OUR loss on the Paley family tree.
Phyllis mintz eisenberg-Lincolnwood Illinois
Al Johnson
June 10, 2010
Terri & Jack........my prayers are with you during this time - and my heartfelt thoughts of peace for you. When Jack would invite my son Chris to the lake - he would always come home with "fun time stories" that involved Phil......he liked him alot.........and I did too.
What a great legacy - what a great family. Take good care...
God's peace
Al Johnson
Cindy Duncan
June 10, 2010
Terri, Jack and Family ~ We have so many great memories throughout the years. So sorry to hear of your loss. At a time like this, words simply can not be said. Please know that our family is praying for you. We pray that God will wrap you in His loving arms, giving you the comfort and peace that only He can. We are here for you, whatever you need. ~ The Duncan Family
Jim Brown (Butcher)
June 10, 2010
My sincere condolences to the Schrager family. My thirteen years with a Phil Schrager driven Pacesetter back in the seventies and eighties were some of the best years of my life. Truly an inspiration has passed.
June 10, 2010
My deepest sympathy for the Schrager family, my heart goes out to you, Karen Theisen.
karen theisen
June 10, 2010
My deepest sympathy, my heart goes out to the family of Phil, Karen.
Rick & Shannon Avard
June 10, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to the entire Schrager family.
Elizabeth Raphael
June 10, 2010
Teri, You and Phil meant so much to our teachers at Westside. You have both been an inspiration to be the best we can be for our students. The students who were touched in my classroom by your support of a technology program were greatly transpired. I always looked forward to seeing both of you and we will certainly miss Phil's presence this fall, but his spirit will remain eternally through all he has touched.
June 10, 2010
Dearest Terri and Jack, and Rick and Laura and all the Schrager family, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. We are so very sorry for your immense loss...... The goodness that Phil sprinkled along his lifes' path, will be felt by many for countless years. He is with you still, in so many ways. How proud he was of his family!!! May all of your sweetest memories together with him, bring you a deep comfort and make you smile again. GOd bless you !! He is in heaven now and smiling down on all of you , continuing to be proud of all that you are! We send you very much love always..... PEACE for you......warmly and with heartfelt sympathy, JOhn and Mary (Peartree) Shebl
Tricia Peartree
June 10, 2010
Dearest Rick & Laura ~ Aunt Kay and I send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Dad. We remember him fondly over the many, many years we spent in Omaha for Happy Days. We send you and your family much love and many prayers.
Claudine Schreckenberger
June 10, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sandy Marlenee
June 10, 2010
I am sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting the family through the Pacestetter Academy as my son was a student there. I feel very blessed that he was apart of it and we had the opportunity of that great experience.
Al & Carrie Kanngieser
June 10, 2010
Our deapest sympathy to the enire Schrager Family.
Dwayne & Trish Tumlinson
June 10, 2010
May the grace of God help you all through this time of sorrow and grief. With all the memories, Phil continues to live in our hearts and help guide our lives. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill Blaha
June 10, 2010
Schrager Family,
Knowing Phil for most of my adult life
was one of the best things that ever
happened to me. Please know he will live in my heart forever.
Dustin Moorehead
June 10, 2010
To The Schrager Family,
Each encounter with you was absoultly wonderful, My father passed away when I was quite young and I remember admiring such a beatiful family and the support both parents gave to the children! May you be blessed with so many memories of all the wonderful contributions that Phil brought to this world! For Phil's children remeber your fathers love for creative things and always remember YOU ALL are the creative painting of his life <3
Amy Hayes
June 9, 2010
My sympathy to the entire Schrager family.
Cindy Hadsell
June 9, 2010
My sympathy to the family. I'm remembering an afternoon stroll through the offices and art gallery when they were open to the public. It was a delightful gift to the community to share his passion with others. Best wishes to you at this sad time.
Lillian Child
June 9, 2010
Terri, Harley & Family ... may loving memories ease the pain in your hearts.
Les Baker IV
June 9, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your Family Rick, His words and leadership have guided my life for many years.
June 9, 2010
As we both had the privilege of working with Phil and his family, please accept our deepest sympathy.
Sharise and Sid Engel
Jack and Rhonda Harris
June 9, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to the family for your loss. Phil Schrager blessed our family and many other families with his inspirational leadership. He will be in our hearts forever as we aspire to follow all his words of wisdom.
Alan Bone
June 9, 2010
Phil Schrager was the kind of cheerleader that teachers across the country need more of. He was extremely supportive of the teaching profession, in both word and deed, as demonstrated for more than a decade, through the generous funding of the Phil and Terri Schrager Foundation Award of Excellence in Teaching. Phil was a true champion of great teaching, and we will miss his vocal advocacy on behalf of Westside teachers.
Alan Bone, President
Westside Education Association
Lois Spivey
June 9, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our prayers.
Clay and Lois Spivey, Kennesaw, GA
Chris Streight
June 9, 2010
Best wishes to you Rick and your entire family. Very sad news.
Gloria Borges
June 9, 2010
Terri,Jack and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
June 9, 2010
Terri:
I am so sorry. Phil will always be remembered for his great smile & the unique person he was.
Marty Sophir
curtus cotton
June 8, 2010
please accept our deepest sympathy,cotton family.harly keep ur head up
Shari Frey
June 8, 2010
Terri, Jack and family,
Mark, Brian and I were saddened to hear of Phil's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Mark, Brian & Shari Frey
Marcia Meyers
June 8, 2010
I am so sad. No one knows but you what you are feeling. Let people comfort you. Jack will keep you going and time does heal. But you will always remember. I'm so glad I was able to get to know him. He was a great guy. Know you are in my thoughts, Love Marcia Meyers
Stosh Ostrow
June 8, 2010
Our best wishes and love to Terri, Harley, Beth and all the kids.
Stosh Ostrow & Allen Walterman, Wilton Manors, FL
BOB & SHARON LOHRMAN
June 8, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 8, 2010
Terri and Jack, Rebecca and I are very sad to hear of Phil's passing and we know he will be missed by his friends and family. Sincerely, Fran & Rebecca Carr
scott wiles
June 8, 2010
good bless phil r,i,p
Tish Walker
June 8, 2010
Terri, Jack & Family,
The cherished memories of your loving husband and Father will remain with you forever. May it comfort you to know that your loving friends are thinking about you and keeping you in their prayers.
Comfort one another during this very difficult time and may God guide you through your sorrow.
Love,
Tish & Monty
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