INDIAN LAND, SC ~ Dr. Donald Schumacher passed on Friday, February 11, 2022.  He is survived by his loving wife Sandy, his brothers Mark and Bob, his three sons Steve, Greg and Ryan, his daughters-in-law Jen, Maggie, and Kellie, and his beloved grandchildren Strickland, Ansley, John, Ryan, Rylan and a granddaughter on the way.  Don was born in The Bronx, NY on October 14, 1942.  His big heart and amazing mind led him to a career in medicine.  After graduating from Allegheny College in Meadville, PA, he studied medicine at the University of Bologna in Bologna, Italy.  He completed his internship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA and his residency at Georgetown University in Washington, DC.  After completing his residency, he, his wife Sandy, and their young son Steve moved to Charlotte, NC where Don practiced internal medical for 33 years.  While in Charlotte, Don and Sandy had two more sons; Greg and Ryan. Several years after retiring, he and Sandy moved to Sun City in South Carolina.  Don loved to sail and spend time with his friends and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Jim, Roy, Ann and Jane.  He also enjoyed being a volunteer at the CLT Airport as well as hospice.  Don touched the lives of strangers, friends, and family alike.  His caring soul served as a light to everyone who crossed his path.  His kind words touched the hearts of all who heard them.  His sense of humor brought a smile to everyone's face.  Don's unique ability to make someone feel like the most important person in the room was a gift one held close, never to be forgotten.   He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

A memorial service will be held in May and details will be posted on www.myfarewelling.com/memorial/don-schumacher#events .

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Don's name to Hospice and Palliative Care, PO Box 470408, Charlotte, NC 28247, or a charity of your choice.