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A memorial gathering to celebrate Tom’s life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm.
Racine – Tom Michael Schoening, age 64, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, May 30, 2018.
Tom was born in Racine on September 2, 1953 to the late Louis & Betty (nee: Jensen) Schoening. A graduate of Washington Park High School, he went on to earn his bachelor degree from University of Wisconsin – Madison. As an accomplished trumpet player, having studied under the leadership of Johnny Hemkes, Tom was a proud member of the University of Wisconsin Marching Band.
Tom was employed as a Band Director / Music Instructor at various schools within the Racine Unified School District, retiring in 2001.
Tom was passionate about his music and was an avid golfer. Above all, he loved spending time with his entire family.
Surviving are his daughter, Kristin (Andy) Risler; son, Jason Schoening; grandchildren, Jack & Alaina Risler; former wife, Denise (nee: Martell) Schoening; other relatives, former music students, golfing partners and friends.
A memorial gathering to celebrate Tom’s life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm.
Mark Buhler says
I’ve known Tom since paper route days, band in HS, UW, and hooked up again when my son had him as a teacher. He was always a great guy, and will be missed.
Rick Krummel says
I know Tom through golf. We played together many times in the Racine County Open and Senior Masters, as recently as last September. He was true gentleman and also very competitive, I always very happy when I looked at the pairings and saw I was playing with Tom. I’m so. very sad to hear of Tom’s passing. My condolences to the entire family. The next time I walk Johnson’s Park I’ll be thinking of Tom.