In Memory of Marie A. Schumann ’66

Marie passed away early Monday morning July 10, 2023, at Harbor View Cottage, where she had spent the last 4 years. with the care givers who loved her. Her time with Alzheimer’s finally over.

Marie’s career spanned 28 years with Time/Life, except time off to live in Greece for a time, from Researcher to Picture Editor of Life Magazine. A time she treasured.

Marie loved animals, especially horses and her beloved cats, probably more than humans. However, her empathy and love of good friends and family was inspiring.

In the summer months she could always be found in her garden.

Wanting to give back in her retirement years she spent several years with Freedom Riders helping challenged children and adults to ride horses.

Everyone Marie touched was made better for it. As her nephew said to me “Words fail to describe the beauty and joy Marie brought to all our lives, making us richer, happier and more fulfilled for knowing and loving her.”

She and Peter sailed together for many years, and both agreed it was one of the very best things they did. The times of pure beauty with sailing friends was priceless. In sailing they discovered Maine.

Marie is survived her husband Peter, sister Nancy, Sister-in-law Anne and nephews Will, Brian and Gordon.

No memorial service is planned. Memorial contributions in her honor can be made in Marie’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Posted in on July 13, 2023.