Mrs. Margret T. Bergin-Schumer, 74, (formerly of Racine, Elm Grove, Mequon and Milwaukee) passed away at her residence at Three Pillars in Dousman on Tuesday, March 27, 2012.

She was born in Oberhausen, Germany on October 3, 1937 to the late Wilhelm and Bernadine (nee: Van Bebber) Loecker.  Mrs. Bergin-Schumer moved to the United States (Kansas City, MO) in 1956 and became a citizen 1997. On February 17, 1961 she married Edward P. Bergin, Jr. in Ottawa, OK.  He preceded her in death on March 5, 1978.  On May 23, 1997 she married Allen A. Schumer in Milwaukee.  He preceded her in death on June 27, 2008.

Mrs. Bergin-Schumer worked in the fashion industry as a buyer and manager for many years in the Milwaukee area.  Some of the various boutiques included, Craig's, Hixon's and Malloy's.  As all who knew and loved her; she was a very hard working, classy lady who took great pride in all she did.

She is survived by her children, Edward (Nikki) Bergin of Dousman, Patrick (Martha) Bergin of Houston, TX, and Nona (Jeb) Kaiser of Racine.  She was extraordinarily proud of her grandchildren, who affectionately called her "Omi"; they include, Nika, Paxton, Dino, Hailey, Emily and Chloe.   Mrs. Bergin –Schumer is also survived by family members in Germany; including her brother and sister, Harald and Ingrid, and many dear friends that she was blessed to have known.

Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Monday, April 2, 2012 at noon for a service remembering and celebrating Margret's life with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating.  Her interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Caledonia.  There will be a visitation in the funeral Home on Monday from 11.a.m until noon.  In lieu of flowers memorials have been suggested to the American Cancer Society, the ALS Association and the Alzheimer's Association.

The family would like to thank all of Margret's caregivers for the compassion and love you gave our mom/"Omi".