Eleanor Alice Shuman

ELEANOR ALICE SHUMAN APR 4, 1922 - SEPT 25, 2010 Eleanor passed away peacefully at 88 years of age in her apartment in Modesto, CA. Born in Hampden, Maine to George and Eva (Wales) Hawkins. She married Eleon Merton Shuman, Jr. on June28, 1942, relishing 59 years together. Eleanor enjoyed cooking, gardening, traveling, antiques, sewing and especially spending time with her family. She was an outstanding cook, using fruits and vegetables from her garden in meals. She liked to travel, something she didn't get the chance to do enough. She was especially fond of her trips to Hawaii and Germany; finding the castles of Germany quite fascinating and the music of Hawaii beautiful. She did some antique hunting on her trips to visit relatives in Maine. She also liked to sew when she could. She was of great support to her husband, as she was an astute financial manager for her husband's contracting business and their personal finances. She was a member of First Baptist Church for more than 40 years, participating in various ministries. She is survived by her children; David Shuman (Stephanie) of Germany, Jerry Shuman (Pat) of Modesto, Tami Eddings (Steve) of Virginia, 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, three siblings, George, Thelma and Mildred as well as her daughter, Doreen Foster. ''Come, you who are blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world'' Matt. 25:34 A memorial service to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please send a memorial donation to CrossPoint Community Church (formerly First Baptist Church), PO Box 4309, Modesto, CA 95352 www.modbee.com/obituaries