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John Shumans Obituary
Johnny, as he was known to family and friends, was born in Savannah on July 31, 1946, to John Hubert Shumans and Estelle Louise Pritchard Shumans. He would spend his formative years in Port Wentworth, where his love of music grew.
He derived great joy from playing trombone in his high school band, college band and in jazz bands. He pursued his love of music at Georgia Southern University, majoring in music education, which prepared him for his life's profession in high schools as band director and music teacher.
Johnny was a longtime brother of Zeta Omicron Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha and member of Georgia Music Educators Association. He served many years as a band festival judge.
Johnny was predeceased by his parents, John Hubert Shumans and Estelle Louise Pritchard Shumans; paternal grandparents, William Theodore Shuman and Audie Genever Williams Shuman, and maternal grandparents, Harrison Benjamin Pritchard and Mae Louise Page Pritchard.
He is survived by his wife, Sheron Bagley Shumans; sons, Brian Anthony Shumans (Wendy) and Keith Allen Shumans (Cathy); stepdaughter, Frances Evelyn Grey; step-grandson, Hugh Gene Jeffers Jr.; granddaughter, Allena Felice Shumans; brothers, James N. Shumans (Deb) and Edward T. Shumans (Nancy); sister, Stephanie M. Shumans; and many precious aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial service to be officiated by Dr. Timothy Byler will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, at Connection Church, 116 Patriot Trail, Hinesville. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Connection Church.
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for John Shumans
Michael Olewine
June 15, 2018
Johnny Shumans was a man of music. He directed the Statesboro High School Jazz band. We played great music during my time there from 1975 to 1977. He had us attend a Maynard Ferguson concert that included the great Clark Terry. Magic. It wasn't till years later than a appreciated all the music he introduced to us.
Randy Gunter
February 17, 2018
Shearon and the Shumans Family
My prayers are with you in the loss of Johnny. May you find comfort in the many years you shared. I fondly recall Johnny in the 80s as a bus driver and travel companion for the GSU Upward Bound Students. He was always full of life and joy. Peace and blessings.
Liz Deal Underwood
February 16, 2018
Many great memories being in Mr. Shuman's Statesboro High Blue Devils Band. Prays of peace and comfort for your family.
Kelly Hudgins Carnes
February 16, 2018
While I was never musically talented, Mr Shumans never gave up on me. He was a great teacher and I have always remembered him fondly. RIP!
Ellen Hudgins-Hendrix-Ericson
February 16, 2018
Heaven has gained a musically gifted angel and a wonderful man. Well over 40 years ago, Mr. Shumans welcomed me to William James Junior High and the band program even though I didn't play a band instrument. My family and I had just moved from Savannah where I had been playing in a string program. Mr. Shumans assured my family that if they could come up with a band instrument, he would see that I learned to play it. The next four years of my band life were memorable, largely because of Mr. Shumans and his tireless work on our behalf. He shaped us into award-winning musicians who never (. . . okay maybe rarely) complained even though we practiced in the South Georgia summer heat in preparation for the coming school year. Mr. Shumans inspired us; we admired him. May he rest in peace.
Kelly Hiatt
February 16, 2018
Peace be with you, Mr. Shumans, and thank you for your support and encouragement throughout my high school years. SHS Band Alumni
Karen Hudgins ONeal
February 15, 2018
I loved Mr. Shumans as my band director in high school. He was a very talented man and a great leader. RIP: Best Band and Drum Corp, Statesboro High School 1975!
Linda and Ben Allen
February 15, 2018
Prayers and sympathy is extended to your family. We appreciated all you contributed to the students in Dublin. You were an inspiration. Rest in peace Mr. Shumans.
Karen Nobles
February 13, 2018
Mr. Shumans was a good man, very musically talented, but also someone whom students admired and looked up to. We lost touch with him over the past few years, but have thought of him often. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Ellis Cannon
February 11, 2018
Johnny, lovingly known as "Jelly Roll" among our Ga. Southern Phi Mu Alpha Music Fraternity brothers, was always a smiling face and a joy to be around. We played many a job together clubbing with Emma Kelly or the Savannah Symphony. He was quite a trombone player. I'm glad I was able to keep up with him right up to the end. He will surely be missed by many.
Ellis
Twyla Preising
February 11, 2018
You were the Music Man. We loved you and appreciated what you did for us! Blessings as you begin your new journey!
1982 Johnny Shumans and Emma Kelly played at our wedding
Floyd and Lynn Futch
February 10, 2018
Thank you for all the high school memories! He was a man with a big heart and passion for music who inspired and influenced many young people's lives. He is now playing with the Angels in Heaven. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tim Buff
February 10, 2018
This world has lost another angel! His strong dedication to music was an inspiration to many. As a teacher his patients was phenomenal! I thank his family for sharing his talents with those if us lucky enough to have been his students! Now God has another conductor to help with the Devine music in heaven! Mr. Shumans you will be missed by many!
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