CORNISH- Daniel “Dan” Schumacher, 53 of Cornish died unexpectedly Wednesday, February 28, 2024.
He was born in Portland, ME on June 15, 1970, to Richard and Mary (Fitzsimmons) Schumacher of Yarmouth.
Dan graduated from Yarmouth High School in 1989. He proudly served in the U.S Army as a mechanic for 2 ½ years, stationed in South Korea and honorably discharged in 1992. He also received a diesel mechanic certification from Wyoming Technical College. Over the last 20 years he worked in the insurance industry as a premium analyst.
He was widely known for his witty sense of humor with the ability to make anyone laugh. His kindness was a testament to the beauty of his heart and soul.
Dan loved all outdoor activities. An avid fly fisherman and hunter. He loved ice fishing with his friends as well as riding on his Indian and his ATV. HIs greatest passion was music. A self-taught guitarist, he was always writing songs and performing at various open mic nights which recently prompted him to have his own YouTube Channel “Dan Schumacher, LLC dba Cornish Dan”. His weekly routine included trips to any Goodwill. He loved to show all the bargains he found. He also thoroughly enjoyed “ripping butts” and having a Lucky next to his wood stove.
He met Alison (Viney) in the late 80’s and went on to have two beautiful children, Kyle and Riley.
Dan was predeceased by his parents and older brother, Ricky.
He is survived by children Kyle and Riley (Nick Whitten). Siblings, Michael (Julie), Jim (Michele) and sister Jen (Steve Adams) and their family Caden (Horton), ‘little Mary’ and ‘Lucy girl’. Also beloved significant other Kara O’Donnell, Uncle Ed, several nieces and nephews, friends and his dear cat Stella.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Travis Mills Foundation or Honor Flight Maine in his name.
Family and Friends may visit Saturday March 9 from 11am-1pm with service immediately following at 1pm with US Army Honors at: Chad Poitras Cremation & Funeral Service Chapel, 498 Long Plains Rd (Rt. 22), Buxton.