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Dolores Shumaker Obituary
SHUMAKER, Dolores M.
In Sacramento, September 2, 2007. Beloved wife of 56 years to Art Shumaker. Loving mother of Cathy Perrigo (Marvin) and Sharon Anderson (Wendell). Dear sister of Rosemary Mohr. Devoted grandmother of Charise, Leslie and Greg and great-grandmother of Raegan, Colton and Lucas. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. A 59-year resident of West Sacramento, Dolores was an active member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority since 1971. She has held many offices in her local chapters and was President of the Northern California Council. Her many honors throughout the years include Sweetheart, Woman of the Year, and Perfect Attendance. She was very proud to be a sorority sister in an organization that gives generously to local charities and countless hours to good causes. Visitation hours will be Thursday, September 6, from 2:00-8:00 PM in the RIVER CITIES FUNERAL CHAPEL. Friends are invited to attend funeral services on Friday, Sept. 7, 2007 at 10:30 AM, also in the funeral home chapel. Private interment, St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorials preferred to your charity of choice.
RIVER CITIES
FUNERAL CHAPEL
910 Soule St., West Sac.
www.rivercitiesfuneralchapel.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Dolores Shumaker
Leslie Nelson
September 5, 2008
Grams- Not a day goes by when I do not think about you. Though my heart will be bruised from the pain of losing you, I know that my heart is bigger b/c of the love and joy we shared together. Even in times of sadness I am able to smile b/c you left me (and Malcolm & Lucas) feeling loved...
I love you!
Sandee Rogers
September 5, 2008
Dolores, I am very blessed to have had you as a friend. We had a wonderful time being Presidents together -- you always was hot and I was cold, and you would fan us both. It was too funny!!! You had such a great spirit. Always smiling and organizing. You were the best organizer. I know you are greatly missed in many places. Home, Sorority, Church and community. God gave us a great sister and friend. We are thankful for that and sad that He needed you home all too soon. We will have a grand reunion someday -- I look forward to seeing you again.
cathy shumaker, perrigo
September 3, 2008
To my dearest Mom,
i love you so much,
my heart aches without you,
so many times i have needed to call you, to talk , get advise or ask for a recipe,
you were such a devoted and dedicated Mother, from making my school clothes, halloween costumes and to the best home made cooking ever,
you made me first in your life even before yourself,
you took care and nurtured me and saw to my every need plus spoiling me rotten, you loved me unconditionally in spite of my misgivings,
i have always needed you and when i did you were there through thick and thin,
they say i look just like you and that is such an honor, giving me your beautiful face and that Crest tooth paste smile,
i was not ready to say goodbye,
i am so lost without you,
my love for you has grown stronger,
i have learned the true meaning of appreciation,
thanks for all those special moments, memories and love,
i live through you now,
cathy
Sharon Anderson
September 2, 2008
It was one year ago today that
you left me. I love you, miss
you, and treasure my memories
of you, especially your sparkling
eyes and friendly smile, and joyous laughter. You will
be forever in my heart. Love Forever, Sharon
Remembrance for Mom
Mother, as I walk through the journey of life, I remember.
I remember how you helped me to grow with love, truth, and honesty. I remember how you helped me to choose the right path with values, morals, and self worth.
I remember how you gave me dreams with hope and confidence. As I remember, I pray to be a mother like you, to shape my children into strong adults, full of hopes and dreams.
You made me who I am today, and I will always remember you in life's passings, for no one could touch my life as you have.
RHONDA NICHOLS
September 10, 2007
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL ALWAYS
BE WITH YOU FOREVER.YOU WERE SUCH A FANTASTIC PERSON AND A VERY SPECIAL FRIEND TO MY MOTHER (HELEN)
I ALWAYS LOOKED FORWARD TO VISITING WITH YOU WHEN YOU CAME TO SEE HER.YOU WERE ALWAYS CHEERFUL AND BRIGHT AND SO FULL OF LIFE ALWAYS ON THE GO,I WANT YOU TO KNOW YOU WILL FOREVER BE SO DEEPLY MISSED,LIFE JUST WONT BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU,,,,WE LOVE YOU DOLORES
RHONDA AND HELEN NICHOLS
Ellie Combs
September 10, 2007
To my Beautiful friend Dee,
I will never forget the many wonderful times we have shared over our 45 years.
You always were my rock through thick and thin. I have always felt you were my soul sister, my angel! I will never have a friend that has meant as much as you did to me! I will miss you terribly but I know you will always be with me where ever I go and what ever I do!
You were so beautiful inside and out and touched so many lives with beautiful memories! You were such a great inspiration and example to many youths!
My children loved you so much and you were so special to them as well!
You know I was with your girls and your beautiful family when you passed on to the angels! I love them all!
God Bless you my dearest friend and I will see you in heaven where we will again be joined!
I love you! I know this is hard on your family but you are in a better place now with no heartache!
Your friend forever, hugs and kisses.
God Bless your family and God be with them in this time!
Sue Webb
September 7, 2007
Art and Family - We were saddened to think that Dolores would not be at sorority functions anymore. She was the epitomy of what Beta Sigma Phi means to me, friendship. She enjoyed her responsibilities for our 2006 State Convention and even took care of the flowers. I will miss her smile, her laughter, and her beautiful face which made her look much younger than her actual age! (Envy!) My prayers are with you in the days to come.
Connie De Mars
September 7, 2007
Dear Shumaker Family,
I was so sad to hear about Delores. She was a wonderful memory of my childhood, I loved seeing her at the San Pedro festivals. I would look for her in the store whenever I went shopping. I loved her smile and personality, she was always a bundle of energy and joy, always beautiful inside and out. My heart goes out to your family.
Sincerely
Connie De Mars
Adam & Jamie Laughlin
September 7, 2007
The loss of the life of Dolores Shumaker will be a great one. The world will be more difficult without the great works of Dolores. She always acted as though she knew you forever. She is was what Beta Sigma Phi is all about. May God watch over the Shumaker family during this time. "May God Watch Over Me and Thee While We Are Absent One From the Other".
Heather Carey
September 7, 2007
I just wanted to express my deepest sympathies to Art & the rest of the family. Dolores was probably the sweetest lady that I have met in sorority. She always worked hard to make sure that everything was perfect for the event she was in charge of. Also, when our chapter was in charge of the Crab Feed, she helped to keep the stress off of us by always having a smile in the kitchen. She will be missed by her sisters in sorority.
Gordon & Kevin Hubble
September 6, 2007
My deepest condolences to Art and the rest of the family. Delores was always one of my favorite Sorority Sisters! She was always positive and made everyone glad to be a part of Sorority. We will miss her pasta at the Crab Feed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Jennifer Macias/Sweeney
September 6, 2007
My thoughts are with the family.
I remember Delores from San Pedro as a young girl. Cousin Delores, later in life I found out she was not a real cousin. I was devasted I wasn't related to the most beautiful lady in the world. She always made me SMILE.
Barbara Carvalho-Lehmann
September 6, 2007
Dear Art and family, my prayers are with you. Dolores' smile and laugh are contagious. She and I go way back to 3rd and U St. many years ago, as well as our short yet pleasant visits when we would meet at San Pedro Park or the Festas. God bless you, Barbara Carvalho-Lehmann
Patti Zimmerman
September 6, 2007
My condolences to the Shumaker family. I was in Dolores's sorority in 1977. She was great fun and a wonderful person. She allowed me to have a taste of her homemade wine. I'll never forget it!
Gail Jones
September 6, 2007
To the Shumaker Family.
My husband and I were so sad to hear of Dolores' passing. We went on several cruises with her and Aggie (Alaska and the Panama Canel). We had alot of fun on both cruises. We will remember her for her sunny disposition and unfailing good humor even when we were all seasick. Gail & Walter Jones
Solvang '07
Sharon
September 6, 2007
Not only were you my mom but we were best friends. You are in my heart and I have many, many great memories that will stay with me forever. As I get gotten older, I definitley get more and more like "my mother's daughter!" Thank you for raising me with faith, love, morals, values, and compassion. Your strength is a part of me as well as that "stubborn Portague-ness".....You are with Grandma Mamie and Grandpa Joe now, and I too, will some day be with you again.
Love Forever,
Your baby girl,
Sharon
PS: I hope there's a Nordstrom's there!
Easter '07
Leslie Nelson
September 6, 2007
I miss you so much Grams. Your smile was contagious and your heart was so big...I’m sadden that you have left but find comfort knowing that your spirit will be with me and my family in all that we do. Me, Malcolm and Lucas will always love you.
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