Lorene Schumaker

Lorene Schumaker, 92, of Dresden, MO, passed away while surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at her home. She was born on November 29, 1932, in Koshkonong, MO, the daughter of Lawrence Thompson and Lola (Hunsperger) Thompson, who preceded her in death.

On September 11, 1954, in Sedalia, MO, she was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, John Frederick Schumaker, who resides in the home.

Lorene was a proud graduate of the Missouri State School for the Deaf in Fulton, MO, Class of 1953. During her time at the school, she was actively involved in sports, excelling in volleyball, softball, and archery. While in school, she also gained valuable skills in home economics. After graduation, she worked briefly at Inter-State Studios before spending several years at Rival Manufacturing Company, where she remained until she lost her eyesight.

Lorene was a devoted member of both the State Fair Chapter of the Deaf and the Missouri Chapter of the Deaf. She had a deep love for country music, dancing, cooking, and caring for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. One of her greatest joys was traveling across the country with her family - visiting nearly all 50 states and collecting postcards along the way.

In addition to her husband, Lorene is survived by three children, Jeanette Davis (Sam), Randy Schumaker, and Keith Schumaker (Tonya) all of Sedalia; seven grandchildren, Christy Schumaker, Brandy Schumaker, Jessica Wheeler, Lynette Schumaker, Lance Wheeler, Ashley Schumaker, and Anthony Schumaker; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Lorene was preceded in death by two sons, Marvin and Leroy Schumaker; a twin sister, Madeline Byrd; a sister, Barbara Thompson a brother, Larry Thompson, and a grandson, Justin Fogarty.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Rea Funeral Chapel, with pastor Kevin Anstine officiating.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral chapel.

Honorary bearers will be her grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.

Arrangements are under the direction of Rea Funeral Chapel.