In so many ways he personified the greatest generation.

He took whatever was thrown at him no matter how difficult, did his job, never complained.

An amazing husband, parent, grandparent, great-grandparent.

Chuck Schumer with tortoisehell-style glasses and serious expresison

We love him & will miss him."

He served our country proudly in the Pacific in WWII.

And I’m thankful for all he’s done for our country and our family."

Chuck Schumer and family with father

The Senate Majority Leader’s social media feed was filled with messages offering sympathies for his family’s loss.

May his memory be a blessing."