Henry (Hank) Schaumburg passed away peacefully, after a brief illness, at home with his family at his side. He was born in Kuestrin, Germany and emigrated to Canada in 1952 with his parents, Helene and William Schaumburg.
He graduated in 1962 from the Royal Military College in Kingston, Ontario with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He later earned a Master’s Degree at the USN Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. He was a member of the Society of Professional Engineers.
He served 35 years in the Royal Canadian Navy and enjoyed the challenges of a variety of positions including his role as Commanding Officer of the Ship Repair Unit in Esquimalt from 1986-1989. This was followed by a senior appointment as manager of a NATO anti air warfare project in Washington, DC. He retired in 1993 and after 3 years spent sailing in the Caribbean, moved to Victoria. His retirement years were filled with sailing, trawlering, renovating and enjoying his involvement in many creative projects. Time spent at his beloved Buck Lake, Ontario cottage was treasured.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 54 years, Elaine; two daughters, Karen (Kim) Dodds and Susan (Michael) Leeder. He was a proud and much loved GPapa to 6 grandchildren, Erin, Courtney, Sarah, Matthew, Ryan and William.
The family would like to thank Victoria Hospice for their compassionate support. If desired, donations in his memory are requested to Victoria Hospice or the charity of your choice.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Royal Victoria Yacht Club on Friday, May 12, 2017 from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm.
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Dear Elaine;
Please accept my rather belated condolences on the passing of Hank. He and I shared a cabin in the Stone Frigate in Second Year and he was a great guy to share the rough and tumble of RMC with. I clearly remember his generosity to his roommate when he came back after a weekend at home, carrying goodies baked by his dear mother. His infectious good humour and care for his friends were the mark of a truly good man. I hope you and the family take comfort knowing in what high regard he was held by all who met him. Sincerely, Jim Steele