James Schoen

July 29, 2015

James (“Jim”) Richard Schoen was born in Key West, Florida on June 26, 1953; raised in Lowell, Michigan, and for the last four years, resided in the Tampa Bay Area in Florida. Jim battled an aggressive form of kidney cancer for five months. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2015. Jim is preceded in death by his father, James Arthur Schoen. He is survived by his best friend, soul-mate and beloved wife of over 20 years, Ana Emilia ("Emily") Schoen; mother, Deloris Arlene Schoen; children, Brad Schoen (Beth); Seamus Dillon (Killeen), Nate Schoen (Jenni), Lisa Schoen, Abby Baker (Nate) and Sara Gruber (Eric); eight grandchildren, Eliana, Nora Jo, Lilah, Brielle, Ambrose, Hudson, Calista, and Anastasia; eight siblings, Peggy Seaman (Randy), Tim Schoen (Sally), Mary Boos Schoen, Brenda Schoen, Melinda ("Linny") Heydenburg (Steve), Dorie Vincent (Dennis), Joe Schoen (Mindy), and Alice Schoen Koster; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and longtime family friends. The family would like to give special thanks to the loving care provided by LifePath Hospice (Connie Behrens, Dana Edwards and Al Perrin). Jim, Dad, Papa, was an exceptionally genuine individual who would do anything for anyone. His greatest joy was his family to which he dedicated his life and loved with all of his heart. Jim was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. He worked his entire life with glass and was fortunate enough to be particularly passionate about his career. He was an enthusiastic hard-worker who enjoyed staying busy whether it was at work or at home. It was infrequent to see him relaxing. He was an inspiration to many and will continue to positively influence those who knew him. Jim, Dad, Papa will be honored, loved and remembered eternally. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Jim's life at a memorial service being held on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen Catholic Church, 5049 Bell Shoals Road, Valrico, Florida with reception to follow. A memorial service will also be held on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Vergennes United Methodist Church, 10411 Bailey Drive NE, Lowell, Michigan.