Rockford, Illinois
1961 - 2020 (Age 58)
John Luke Shumate September 11,1961—April 21,2020John was born to James and Emma Shumate (Bingham) on September 11,1961 in Rockford IL. He attended the Rockford Public Schools. John joined the Army where he received his GED and was a surveyor. He lived in the Tampa, Florida area for many years....
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Aunt Emma and family, I am so sorry to hear of John's passing.
I pray that memories of days gone by and love and hugs help to ease the sadness in your hearts.
My memory of John is as a young boy laughing and bouncing on the teeter totter at the Honanega park at family reunion. So many years.
Sending my love and hugs to you.
Jackie (Bingham) Gaulke
May 08, 2020 | Hixton, WI
I was stationed with John at Fort Sill, Oklahoma 1980 to 1981, we both were surveyors. A great guy! Praying for the family.
DAVID DOUGLAS
May 04, 2020 | MOUNT VERNON, AR
sorry to hear about your brother Dan. I barely remember him. give my condolences to you're family Phil machado
Felipe machado
May 03, 2020 | Shannon, IL
John,
You know how much I loved you. There was always a special bond between us. Rest in peace son and I will always hold you dear in my heart.
Love,
Mom
May 03, 2020
Love you John.
Mom and muff
Muff and mom
May 01, 2020
Received your ashes today from the postman. I thought it would be unnerving but instead feel a sense of comfort having you in my loving arms and under my roof knowing you are safe. Rest in peace brother for you are with a loved one who will always cherish our moments together. If you can put in a good word for me up there please do, it never hurts. Say hi to all the relatives and friends we shared together. Mom and our sisters are missing you along with me. Sure wish things could have been...
April 30, 2020
My brother John's life was like a Hollywood movie. He started out in Rockford selling cars at dealerships on W. State and on Alpine. His thirst for bigger pictures took him to FLA where he stared in many roles including a position as a finance manager at a large dealership. He found wealth and fame but his biggest academy award was starting his own family and watching his daughter, Miranda, grow. We spent many a time on the beach talking about life. Some rated "PG" to "for mature audiences...
April 29, 2020
John I know you didn't like the dark so here is a candle to help you through the darkness. Love big sis
April 29, 2020
Had many laughs selling cars with John. Rest in peace my friend.
George Kamor
April 28, 2020