Robert-Shumway-Obituary

Robert Shumway

Amherst, Massachusetts

1924 - 2025

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Robert Shumway Amherst, MA - Robert "Bob Shumway, a WWII veteran, real estate developer, and survivor of the 1942 Cocoanut Grove fire, has died at 101. Born in Amherst, Massachusetts in 1942, his life spanned over a century of American history. At 17, he was among the last survivors of the tragic...

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my sympathies to Curt and family

Curt and family, Please accept my condolences on your loss. While I did not have the opportunity to get to know Robert, I have over the years had many contacts with Curt. Knowing you, Curt, I feel I know some about your dad. I believe in the old adage, "the apple doesn´t fall far from the tree". Seeing you in action, I know your parents gave you a great start and taught you many good lessons which have contributed to making you the fine person that you are. I hope the sorrow you now...

One of a kind, we shall always remember his humility, generosity and close friendship. Condolences to Curt and the family. Ron and Mary Grimm