Forever in Our Hearts, John B.L. Schopfer, (1952 – 2014)

John, a member of Clarksboro Masonic Lodge 87 and a devout United Methodist is survived by his wife and five children. He worked at UMH Collingswood Manor for 33 but knew of Collingswood Manor well before his relationship with us. John first came to Collingswood Manor with the youth group from the United Methodist Church in Haddon Heights to entertain residents.

In 1979, when he was looking for a full time day job, John applied for employment at Collingswood. His experience volunteering for other community organizations made it a perfect fit.

John credited his first administrator, Robert Hawthorne for encouraging him to join the UMH family. He was quoted explaining “One thing I like the most about this job is being able to prepare good healthy and safe food every day for the residents and associates.” His life’s work is a beautiful reminder of the UMH mission of compassionately serving in community so that all are free to choose abundant life.

A previously undetected brain tumor discovered after his involvement in a car accident, caused him to leave Collingswood Manor and focus on his health. Regretfully, he passed away. May he rest in eternal peace in the presence of our Lord!

To find out more about United Methodist Homes assisted living services, amenities and staff visit us at www.umh-nj.org.