Gladys E. Schumacher

Gladys Schumacher, 92, passed away on August 4, 2017 at Humility House in Austintown. Gladys was born in Winchester, KY on July 24, 1925 to Henry & Martha (Hollearn) Martin. During WWII, Gladys worked for the United States Department of the Navy as a secretary. On February 15, 1947 she was united in marriage to William E. Schumacher, Sr. who preceded her in death in 2005. Gladys was a woman of faith and embraced her Southern Baptist roots. She was a fabulous baker and sold her cookies and cakes locally for many years. Always a devoted mother, she continued to be her son Wesley's caregiver after his health required constant care. Visitation will be held on Tuesday August 8th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Lane Funeral Homes, Brookfield, where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday August 9th at 11:00 a.m. Gladys is survived by her children: Doris Schumacher, Edward (Michelle) Schumacher, Jr., Martin Schumacher, Kevin (Darlene) Schumacher, David (Cheryl) Schumacher, Wesley Schumacher, Craig (Lisa) Schumacher & Paul (Lisa) Schumacher; 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Besides her husband she was preceded in death by 7 sisters and 2 brothers. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.