Lorraine H. Schumacher

(Nee Mielke) Peacefully passed away in her home of 54 years surrounded by her loving family on November 2, 2014, at the age of 88. She joined her loving husband, Russell, of 62 years, their son, Lee and many other relatives and friends. Precious mother of Gary (Gail), Fay (Fred) Damaske, Pamela (Glenn) Rein, Gwen (Lee) Bartram. Proud and devoted grandmother of Jacqueline, Julie, Michelle, Michael, Matthew, Megan, Mason, Jennifer, Amanda, Courtney, Corey, and Caryne. Great-grandmother of 22 and great-great-grandmother of 2. Also loved by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Lorraine was a past president of the American Legion Auxiliary H.A. Todd Jr. Post 537. She was the warmest homemaker evidenced by her welcoming, loving home. She continuously sacrificed her own wants and needs to make sure family was first and foremost. She especially enjoyed crocheting afghan lap throws, sewing, crafting, feeding the birds and nature watching, gardening, cooking, baking, making homemade jelly and tending to her Pomeranian Foxy. Lorraine was affectionately referred to as the "energizer bunny," since she never ran out of energy and was always on the go. She bonded with so many she met and left an everlasting impression. She was truly an angel among us on earth and now our angel has been called to heaven. She will be loved, remembered and missed by all who knew her.

Memorial Gathering at Krause Funeral Home, 12401 West National Avenue, on Friday, November 7, from 3:30-6:15 PM. Memorial Service at 6:30 PM. Private entombment at Wisconsin Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation.