Robert F. Scheumann

Robert F. Scheumann, 98, of Hoagland, Indiana passed away late Friday, July 19, 2019 at his residence.

Bob was born on April 22, 1921in Madison Township, Allen County, Indiana to Julius and Rosa (Luttman) Scheumann. He was united in marriage to Ruth Oehler on June 27, 1953 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Soest.

Bob was a lifelong member of St. John Lutheran Church, Bingen where he served the church in various capacities. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #330 in New Haven.

He was an honorably discharged member of the United States Army, having served during World War II in the European Theater of Operations in the 83rd Infantry Division of the 1st Infantry Division, The Big Red 1. He participated in the D-Day Invasion, landing on Omaha Beach. He received 5 Bronze Battle Stars and a Purple Heart for injuries received on July 4, 1944 in Carentan, France.

Bob was a lifelong farmer, having raised animals and crops. In addition, he worked at Rea Magnet Wire and International Harvester where he retired in 1983.

Bob enjoyed his family. He treasured teaching and spending time with his children and grandchildren and their spouses. He and his wife enjoyed traveling and seeing the sights in America. He also enjoyed the time with his “buds” at McDonald’s, solving the world’s problems.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ruth Scheumann of Hoagland; son, Marshall Scheumann of Monroeville; daughter, Robyn (Chris) Mahlan of Hoagland; sons, Timothy (Kim) Scheumann and Troy (Shannon) Scheumann both of Hoagland; brother, Alfred (Mary) Scheumann of Hoagland; sister-in-law, Helen Scheumann of Ossian; nine grandchildren, Brandon Scheumann, Chad Scheumann, Alex Scheumann, Aleece Meyers, Nick Scheumann, Nate Scheumann, Emily Scheumann, Jessi Bruns, and John Mahlan; two step-grandchildren, Haylie McCracken and Kenna Mahlan; seven great-grandchildren,  Madilyn Scheumann, Grace Scheumann, Grant Scheumann, Kennady Scheumann, Carsyn Bruns, Makaila Meyers, and Kori Scheumann; and two step-great-grandchildren, Mason Meyers and Bailey Bruns.

Bob was preceded in death by three children in infancy, Terry Scheumann, Barry Scheumann, and Cindy Scheumann; two brothers, Edward Scheumann and Richard Scheumann; and a sister, Alvera Knipstein.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 27, 2019 at St. John Lutheran Church, Bingen with Pastor Peter Brock officiating. Burial will follow at St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery with military graveside services to be conducted by the American Legion Post #43 Color Guard.

Family & friends will be received from 1 to 4 and 5 to8 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2019, at St. John Lutheran Church, Bingen and from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. prior to the services at the church on Saturday.

Preferred memorials are to St. John Lutheran Church – 175th Anniversary Mission or Worship Anew.

Arrangements by Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur, Indiana.