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1921 - 2011
 Beatrice Bea Smith Shumaker, widow of Charles L. Shumaker, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2011. She was born May 28, 1921, in rural Cabell County, the daughter of the late Ernest M. Smith and Mary Chapman Smith. She was preceded in death by her brothers James Harmon Smith and Clinton Blake, sisters Clara Emogene Jeannie Dick and Caroline Ruth Spence and grandson Charles W. Chuckie Grizzell. She is survived by a brother and sister-in-law William Brett Smith (Genevieve); children Mary Carolyn Meador, Charles L. Shumaker II (Rexanna); grandchildren Charles L. Shumaker III (Kari), Elizabeth Shumaker Hensley (Mike), and Mary Jennifer May (Mark); great grandchildren Allen Shumaker, Megan Shumaker, Makayla May, Zachary May, and Annabella Hensley. Bea enjoyed sewing, being with people and travel when she was able. She had a strong work ethic, having retired several times but still working part time up until the second week of December 2010. She loved her family and her God above all else and was a long time and active member and Elder of Highland Presbyterian Church and was famous for her hugs, hats, apple pies and cakes that she cheerfully shared with those around her. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 28, 2011, at Highlawn Presbyterian Church, Huntington, by Rev. Rick Wilson. Burial will be in Smith Cemetery, Milton. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Highlawn Presbyterian Church Choir music fund, the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House, or the charity of your choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace. |
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There are currently 15 condolences.
Lynn Barcus
Friday June 3, 2011 at
10:47 PM
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Mary, May God comfort you in the loss of your mother. She was such a lovely lady and I loved her so much. All the girls at the bank want to give their condolences to you too. We were sorry we were unable to attend her funeral. God Bless your whole family.
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Richard Brunton II
Tuesday May 31, 2011 at
10:33 PM
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She will be missed I had great respect for her.
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Conley Grimes
Tuesday May 31, 2011 at
8:19 AM
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Sorry to read about the passing of your mother, Charley. She has gone on to a better life, just like so many others. You have our Sympathy from the Grimes Family in Richmond, Virginia.
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Peggy and Jim Noel
Sunday May 29, 2011 at
12:19 PM
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Bea was a beautiful lady, both inside and out. Her hugs, cheerful attitude, and contagious smile were her trademark as was her love of hats, and her sense of style and flair. May beautiful memories help you through this difficult time and know that all the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Frances Riffe Allen
Saturday May 28, 2011 at
10:14 AM
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Mary & Charley,
My deepest sympathy to you on the passing of your mom. I have so many fond memories of her as I was growing up in Barboursville. She was such a sweet & lovely lady and will be missed by many. We are in Cincy babysitting and will not be able to attend the services but I will be in touch soon.
Love and prayers to your families, Frankie (as she used to call me)
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Emily Queen Moore
Friday May 27, 2011 at
7:25 PM
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Charlie and Mary Carolyn, I am so very sorry to hear about Bea. She was truly a grand lady, and she will be missed by many. If I can do anything for you, just call.
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Wendy Bush
Friday May 27, 2011 at
5:46 PM
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Mary Carolyn, Charlie and families - I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. The last time I saw her in March she was a spry as always and dressed to the nines. Please accept my sincere sympathies...your mother was one of the "ladies of the church" we all grew up with. Hugs, Wendy
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Mark Doss
Friday May 27, 2011 at
11:05 AM
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Charlie your mother was a fine woman, I rememeber how much she enjoyed the Marshall Football games. I know she will be missed by you, your family, and her friends. Please accept our condolence. Mark and Gwyn Doss
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Lee & Connie Grizzell
Friday May 27, 2011 at
10:20 AM
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So sorry for your loss. Bea was a wonderful roll model for women every where. What a great lady. We want to send you hugs from us. Love you all
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Friday May 27, 2011 at
9:28 AM
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She was a delight. A bright spot in my day, each time I saw her at Drug Emporium. A great inspiration to young people. May God comfort you.
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Nina Keener
Thursday May 26, 2011 at
8:18 PM
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I worked with Bea at Dunhills when I was in college at Marshall. I considered her a dear friend. She often did some sewing for me. I am happy to know that she had such a long and happy life.
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Thursday May 26, 2011 at
2:58 PM
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Dear Mary Carolyn, Charlie and families,
I was so saddened to hear about "Aunt Bea's" passing. She was always more like a great aunt to me and her wonderful smile will always be with me. I have memories of her visits to Harrisonburg and her tenderness with all of us - with "Baba" and "Dody" and with Annie B and my grandmother. I think the last time we visited was at Annie B's funeral? I can't believe it's been that long -
I wish we were with you but I am hoping we can get a big caravan of VA relatives to make the trek to your neck of the woods this summer. Would love to have a great family gathering and visit and laugh!
My love and prayers are with you and I'll be especially thinking of you these next few days - may you feel God's peaceful presence...
Love,
Marsha Thomas
(& Mark, Izzy, and Sophie Howard)
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Buddy and Jane Graham
Thursday May 26, 2011 at
7:37 AM
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We have special memories of Bea. She was a wonderful lady who will be missed.
Pleae acccept our sympathy in the loss of your beloved mother.
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Robert J. Ball
arjayhomeboy@suddenlink.net
Wednesday May 25, 2011 at
11:32 PM
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Bea was a friend of long standing. She worked with my mother, Bertha Ball, and Reba Miller at Local Board #4 in Milton during WWII. I had almost forgotten her when she visited me during a hospitalization in St. Mary's in 2007, picking up my name from a hospital census.In more recent years it was my frequent pleasure to receive hugs as she checked me out at Drug Emporium. God has called a faithful servant home but we will miss her. RJB
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Bruce Thomas
Wednesday May 25, 2011 at
7:34 PM
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Mary and Charley, my thoughts are with you throughout this time. Your mother was very kind to our family and I'm sure to others. I will miss her on my birthday because she was married the same day I was born. My phone # is 540-421-5149 Love ya, Bruce
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