William G. Schumacher, age 63, of North Canton, passed away at the Cleveland Clinic on September 24, 2023, after a hard-fought battle with heart failure. Bill was born in Winnetka, Illinois, on August 9, 1960, to John and Mary Stires Schumacher. He was a graduate of Western Reserve Academy, where he was a standout lacrosse and soccer player. He continued his lacrosse career at Denison University, where he studied economics.

Bill started his career at a young age in commercial real estate. He was the COO of Schumacher Homes for 25 years, where he was admired for his strong work ethic, positive mindset, and great sense of humor.

Bill's biggest passions in life were his family and friends. He was an avid supporter of his children's activities and sporting events. He could always be counted on as their biggest fan. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and watching the Browns and Buckeyes.

As a lifelong resident of North Canton, Bill was involved in the community in many ways. He was a member of the Board of Trustees at Canton Country Day School, where he was recognized as Distinguished Alumni of the Year in 2017. In addition, he supported sports and scholarship programs at his children's schools.

He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Beth Donohoe Schumacher; children William (Will) Schumacher and Katherine (Katie) Schumacher; mother Mary Stires Schumacher; siblings Mary (Bill) Becker of Hudson, Ohio, John (Katie) Schumacher of Atlanta, Georgia, and Paul (Nicole) Schumacher of Canton, Ohio; Uncle George (Joan) Schumacher of Cleveland, Ohio; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition, he will be missed by his loving English Bulldogs, Zoey and Poppy. He is preceded in death by his father, John Schumacher.

The family wishes to thank the exceptional doctors, nurses, and team members at the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Department of Cardiology and Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital for all of the compassion and world-class healthcare.

Private funeral services will be held for the family. A celebration of Bill's life will be held on Sunday, October 8th, at Brookside Country Club from 11:00-3:00. Bill was proud of the strides made to help children with autism through the Love, Andrew Autism Foundation. Memorial donations may be sent to the Love, Andrew Autism Foundation, 2715 Wise Avenue, Canton, Ohio 44708. www.loveandrew.org

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