Monday, January 24, 2022 at 12:00 a.m.
Schumacher, Derek Earl
DEREK EARL SCHUMACHER of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, January 20, 2022, at the age of 43 years.
DEREK EARL SCHUMACHER of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, January 20, 2022, at the age of 43 years.
Derek was born in Havre, Montana, on October 25, 1978. He attended elementary school in Red Deer and middle school in Lethbridge. One year into high school, he moved to Orlando, Florida, and finished his schooling at Lake Brantley High, graduating in 1996. He was a starter on the Lake Brantley baseball team, as well as playing for the Chet Lemons elite travelling ball team that covered Florida, Alabama and Georgia. Derek then attended Limestone College in South Carolina on a full baseball scholarship, playing one year before transferring along with his coach to Texas A&M, Kingsville. He played there for three years until a severe injury to his left shoulder ended his baseball career. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 2005 and returned to Lethbridge. He then attended the University of Lethbridge, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. After university, Derek moved to Los Angeles, California. There he produced television commercials, stand-up comedy shows and worked at The Comedy Store. He was able to travel to various countries, performed with the United States Military via United Service Organization Tours. His last line of work was as the Assistant Director of Admissions with Reeves College.
Derek was a fan of all sports, minor and professional. He was able to attend many professional stadiums and ballparks in Florida, Georgia, New England, Dallas and Houston. He was also very fond of pets, large and small, especially the three Shih-Tzu's he grew up with.
Derek is survived by his dad, John, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, as well as his many friends both here in Lethbridge and all over the United States.
He was predeceased by his mother, Donna, in 2010.
Derek will be missed by all who knew him.
Upon Derek's wishes, he will be privately remembered by his family and friends.
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He will be missed. Rest in peace Dag.
rest peacefully cousin
Derek was a great guy to always have a conversation with. It was nice getting to know him and John as my neighbors. Living next door to them has not been the same since Derek passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with John and Derek's friends and family during this difficult time. Rest in peace
It was a privilege knowing you Dag! I will remember you with fond memories and lots of laughter. Rest In Peace old friend.
Just a few weeks ago, he called to wish me the best for this year. I've lost a very good friend and my heart mourns for his passing. He was truly a happy person, with a very good heart
Sorry to hear about Derek!! My thoughts and prayers are with you John and also to the rest of Dereks family. He was a great guy and friend for many long years and still to this day we remained friends and stayed in touch since we were teenagers lol Thanks for the chat and sharing our memories about Derek..all of you were very special to me!! I will always cherish our memories and all the laughs, jokes and good times we spent together at the baseball games, at each other sports games and your house for the party's and BBQs and movies nights plus i will always cherish all the love and hugs we shared
Derek (Dag) was a very funny guy who will be missed! I am saddened and surprised by his unexpected passing. My sympathies go out to his family and friends.
My deepest sympathies to the the family.
Derek you will always be remembered and loved. Lots of fun memories in college and you turned me onto South Park. Keep them laughing in the clouds my friend.
Derek (Dag) was a very funny and entertaining guy who followed his dream and worked as a stand up comic for over a decade. I loved talking comedy, baseball, and football with him. It is always sad to lose a comedian because the world needs more of them not less. Condolences to Derek's family and to his friends.
We are very saddened to read of Derek's passing. Only knew him briefly as we bought a couple of vehicles from him. Our thought go out to his family and co workers.