Bennie F. Shumate Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Bennie F. Shumate of Lamar, Colorado, born in Springdale, Arkansas, whose life came to an end on July 16, 2024 at the age of 90, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Bryan and Versa Dell Shumate (Carter); his former wife Willa Jean Shumate; his son Thomas E. Shumate; his grandchildren, Colin P. Shumate and Cassandra; and his siblings, Virginia Brown, James C. Shumate and Charles Shumate.
He is survived by: his wife Polly Munro Shumate; his son James R. Shumate of Colorado Springs; his grandchildren, Daniel T. Shumate (Jennifer), Andrew P. Shumate, Carley M. Shumate and Verva Jean Shumate; his great grandchildren, William and Caroline Shumate; his sisters-in-law, Ann Shumate and Merle Smith; and his daughters-in-law, Kristen Schmidt and Renita Shumate. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and a host of friends.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Lamar Masonic Lodge #90A.F. & A.M., Lamar Shriners Club, The Lamar Lions Club, and/or Lamar First Baptist Church either direct or in care of the funeral home office.
