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Daniel B. Shumaker
January 8, 1955 ~ April 28, 2016 (age 61) 61 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Arlene Steinhilb
May 11, 2016 10:59 AM
Debbie, I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Shumaker's passing. He was very kind to Mike and I and we had the utmost respect for him. Over the years, we laughed, we argued and we cried but I always felt like we were friends. Although we lost touch after the move to Grand Rapids I would think of both of you often, especially during Lions season. He will be missed. Take care of you Debbie.
Message from Steve and Doreen Walczak
May 10, 2016 8:19 AM
Our deepest condolences to you Debbie and your entire family. Our prayers are with you and may God welcome Dan home.
A candle was lit by Jo McDonald Winstanley
on May 6, 2016 8:34 PM
Message from Jo McDonald Winstanley
May 6, 2016 8:33 PM
Debbie I am so sorry to learn of Dan's passing. My heart goes out to you and your children. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Henry Pierson R CT
May 5, 2016 8:55 PM
I was very sad to hear of the passing of Dr. Shumaker. I refer to him as Dr. Shumaker because he deserves the respect. I worked with Dr.Shumaker at Oakwood Hospital. My co-workers and myself had nothing but respect for him as he treated us all the same.... as human beings. Often, Dr. Shumaker would reserve the auditorium after hours and do presentations for us technologists. He worked hard to broaden our knowledge of computed tomography and for that I am truly grateful. He will be missed. His family has our condolences.
Message from Keith Rosenau
May 5, 2016 3:40 PM
Debbie and family, the loss of Dan must be like missing a great part of yourself. Yes, it has been a long time since we have seen each other, but just remember, all of those who knew you through school are always with you and your family. Will keep you in my prayers.
Message from Greg Nelson
May 5, 2016 1:08 PM
I too went to south with Dan ; what a terrific guy he was. He will be missed by many. Very sorry for your loss.
An A GARDEN PATH was sent on May 4, 2016
With warm and heartfelt sympathy. Love, The Kovarik Family
Message from Jon Watts
May 4, 2016 3:52 PM
I grew up with Dan through Junior High and High School. Dan was a great friend of the past and will be missed. My condolences to Debbie and family.
Message from Bob Moran
May 4, 2016 12:02 AM
Dear Debbie and Family,
It is with a very heavy heart that I feel compelled this evening to write to you regarding the passing of Dan.
I met Dan at Oakwood Hospital where he was a Radiologist in the Ct Dept. I was employed by GE Medical and my job was to maintain the CT System there for the Hospital. One evening I was struggling to find an artifact on the Ct when Dan walked by, looking at the image I had displayed for troubleshooting purposes he suggested to me that it might be beam hardening. Well after an hour of discussing beam hardening I went back to work and removed the x-ray tube from the CT System. Following that I removed the lead covering over the glass port and found the glass, where the x-ray beam came out of the tube was covered with Tungsten. The anode was made from Tungsten and had begun to disintegrate and collected on the glass window. This attenuated the beam, resulting beam hardening. Replacing the tube solved the artifact issue with the CT System.
That was the beginning relationship that went for the next 20 or so years. During those years we had many discussions regarding CT imaging. Then MRI came along, our discussions continued regarding MRI imaging. It was not always work related either. Many times we discussed boating and Salmon Fishing. Dan was just getting into Salmon, where I had been it for few years prior. ( I was fishing when Dan had dedicated his time to Medical School ) Today, I look at the success I had in my career and can attribute a great deal of it was the result of the discussions I had with Dan. He was a very intelligent man and would always be up for good discussion and in some cases, a debate!
I think one of his best qualities was the way he felt about his family. For that reason, I always had a great deal of respect for him. We would talk about our kids, as they were growing up and some of the experiences we shared. Would they go to college and if so, what would they major in? When the boys started showing up, like you and Dan, we were raising two girls.
From Oakwood Hospital, to Wyandotte, Heritage, and Southshore, it would always make my day to run into Dan! We lost contact after your move to Grand Rapids, but the intentions were always there to keep in touch. The last email exchange we had was 4 years ago, just before I retired. Dan’s last lines were for us, to stay in touch.
Please accept our condolences for the loss of your dear husband and your daughters’ father.
He was truly a great man!
Sincerely,
Suzanne and Bob Moran
It is with a very heavy heart that I feel compelled this evening to write to you regarding the passing of Dan.
I met Dan at Oakwood Hospital where he was a Radiologist in the Ct Dept. I was employed by GE Medical and my job was to maintain the CT System there for the Hospital. One evening I was struggling to find an artifact on the Ct when Dan walked by, looking at the image I had displayed for troubleshooting purposes he suggested to me that it might be beam hardening. Well after an hour of discussing beam hardening I went back to work and removed the x-ray tube from the CT System. Following that I removed the lead covering over the glass port and found the glass, where the x-ray beam came out of the tube was covered with Tungsten. The anode was made from Tungsten and had begun to disintegrate and collected on the glass window. This attenuated the beam, resulting beam hardening. Replacing the tube solved the artifact issue with the CT System.
That was the beginning relationship that went for the next 20 or so years. During those years we had many discussions regarding CT imaging. Then MRI came along, our discussions continued regarding MRI imaging. It was not always work related either. Many times we discussed boating and Salmon Fishing. Dan was just getting into Salmon, where I had been it for few years prior. ( I was fishing when Dan had dedicated his time to Medical School ) Today, I look at the success I had in my career and can attribute a great deal of it was the result of the discussions I had with Dan. He was a very intelligent man and would always be up for good discussion and in some cases, a debate!
I think one of his best qualities was the way he felt about his family. For that reason, I always had a great deal of respect for him. We would talk about our kids, as they were growing up and some of the experiences we shared. Would they go to college and if so, what would they major in? When the boys started showing up, like you and Dan, we were raising two girls.
From Oakwood Hospital, to Wyandotte, Heritage, and Southshore, it would always make my day to run into Dan! We lost contact after your move to Grand Rapids, but the intentions were always there to keep in touch. The last email exchange we had was 4 years ago, just before I retired. Dan’s last lines were for us, to stay in touch.
Please accept our condolences for the loss of your dear husband and your daughters’ father.
He was truly a great man!
Sincerely,
Suzanne and Bob Moran
Message from Zaira Maio
May 3, 2016 1:21 PM
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please take comfort in knowing that all that love could do was done. With Sympathy - Zaira Maio, Lia Simcina, Maria Simcina
A GRANDMA'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent on May 2, 2016
Dear Debbie, Lindsay, Kate, Brett, Tyler, and Shumaker family, Wishing you love, peace, and strength during this difficult time. Please know you're in our thoughts and prayers. May these flowers in some small way express our deepest condolences. With love and sympathy, Mike and Jorie Schroeder
Message from George Detwiler
May 2, 2016 9:53 AM
my condolences to you all.
A candle was lit by Jack Moran
on May 1, 2016 5:29 PM
Message from Jack Moran
May 1, 2016 5:28 PM
I'm sorry for your loss, Dan was a dear friend and i will never forget him. Your family is my prayers. He will truly be missed.
Message from Bob Blehm
May 1, 2016 4:01 PM
Debbie:
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. That is way too young. You and your family will be in my prayers.
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. That is way too young. You and your family will be in my prayers.
A candle was lit by Rebecca
on May 1, 2016 1:57 PM
Message from Michelle Coleman Thommes
May 1, 2016 1:19 PM
Debbie, so sorry to hear about Dan. You and your girls are in my thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you.
Michelle (Lochmoor Pro Shop)
Michelle (Lochmoor Pro Shop)
Message from Judy Swenson Cullen
April 30, 2016 6:23 PM
So very sorry to hear of the loss of Dan. We grew up,together and I have many fond memories of neighborhood games on Kenwood Court.
I know he will be missed but hopefully the memories of the wonderful times you shared will help get you through this difficult time.
You are all in my prayers.
Judy
I know he will be missed but hopefully the memories of the wonderful times you shared will help get you through this difficult time.
You are all in my prayers.
Judy
Message from Penny (Mertz) and Al Howley
April 30, 2016 3:02 PM
Dear Debbie and girls,
Please accept our very sincere and heartfelt sympathies on the loss of Dan. We are so very sorry and hope you will find comfort with your family and solace from the Lord. God Bless and Keep you in his arms. Most sincerely, Penny and Al
Please accept our very sincere and heartfelt sympathies on the loss of Dan. We are so very sorry and hope you will find comfort with your family and solace from the Lord. God Bless and Keep you in his arms. Most sincerely, Penny and Al
An AZALEA PLANT was sent on April 30, 2016
Debbie, Lindsay, Kate and family, Our hearts are filled with sadness with the news of the passing of your husband and father. May God give you the courage and strength to get through these tough times. May the peace of knowing that he is with God in heaven comfort all of you. Mark and Donna Angott
A candle was lit by Christine Zinn
on April 30, 2016 2:02 PM
Message from The Swenson Family
April 30, 2016 11:11 AM
Deepest sympathies and condolences to the Shumaker family.
A candle was lit by Angelo Porcari
on April 30, 2016 9:42 AM
A candle was lit by Dr. Glenn Zimmermann
on April 30, 2016 9:14 AM
Message from Gail janutol
April 30, 2016 8:22 AM
Dear Debbie, Lindsay, and Kate
So very sorry for your loss. Or prayers and thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time and after.
Gail Janutol
So very sorry for your loss. Or prayers and thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time and after.
Gail Janutol
Message from Mary Large Short
April 30, 2016 7:59 AM
I went to grade school with Dan and all through high school in Grosse Pointe. Always loved seeing him at reunions. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Message from Debbie
May 1, 2016 7:08 AM
Thank you Mary❤️
A candle was lit by Eileen and Kevin
on April 29, 2016 11:40 PM
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on April 29, 2016 10:33 PM
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on April 29, 2016 9:36 PM
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