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James Shumway Obituary
April 4, 1947- July 11, 2021
James F. Shumway, Sr., 74, of North Haven, passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2021. He was the beloved husband of Jacqueline Lanius Shumway. James was born in Alexandria, Virginia on April 4, 1947, the son of the late George and Lillian Clough Shumway. He attended Randolf-Macon College in Virginia pursuing a Bachelors degree. His time in college was interrupted by his voluntary faithful service in the US Army during the Vietnam era. After the Army he returned to Randolf-Macon, earning his degree in Liberal Arts and Business. After college James worked in sales and marketing at the Stouffer's Hotel in New York, then as the General Manager at the Conference Center at Fairfield University for 14 years, later briefly as the General Manger at the Holiday Inn hotel in New Haven, and finally for Mory's in New Haven as the General Manager. After retiring he enjoyed a part-time job coaching with WW. James was a devoted member of St. John's Episcopal Church where he sang in choir for many years. James enjoyed golfing, traveling, reading, and cheering on the Washington Football Team through thick and thin. His kindness, warmth, wit, and ever-welcoming spirit will be missed by all who knew him short or long term. Father of James (Trisha) Shumway Jr., Karl J. Zeilik and Christopher M. Zeilik, newly Grandfather of Lane Shumway. Sister of Sarah Stangle. Nephews Clay and Chris Stangle. Predeceased by his first wife Diane Shumway.
The visiting hours will be on Friday, July 16th from 4 to 7 p.m. at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. Family and friends are invited to go directly to St. John's Episcopal Church, 3 Trumbull Place, North Haven on Saturday morning, July 17th at 11:00 to attend a funeral service. Military honors will be rendered outside the church at the conclusion of the funeral service. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made to the West Haven VA Medical Center, 950 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516. www.northhavenfuneral.com
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Yas
July 12, 2024
Missing you, Jim!
Yasmin
July 11, 2023
Thinking of you, Jim! Today and always.
Margaret Mullaly carnright
February 14, 2023
Thank you for helping me lose 50 pounds. I have kept it off for 10 years so far! May you Rest In Peace.
Christina Cusmano
August 5, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Jim´s passing! I realize that it has been weeks now without him. He was a wonderful and warm person. I met him years ago through WW. He might not have remembered me if we passed on the street, but he was a great source of inspiration for me at a time when I needed it! (And truthfully, I still think of him when making certain life choices.) The world is a sadder place without him. I hope you cherish the memories you made with him.
Cesar Zapata
July 17, 2021
Had the honor of working with Jim at the Holiday inn in New Haven and then visiting him at Mory's, such a gentleman and a great mentor. God bless him. Cesar Zapata
Mickie and Art Kaether
July 17, 2021
Rest In Peace Jim .... Even though we haven´t seen you in a long time the news of your passing brings back fond memories.Deepest Sympathy to Jimmy Jr and your family.
Stephanie Greene
July 17, 2021
Some pursue happiness others create it. I had the pleasure of working with Jim @WW. Because of his compassion & sense of humor he was loved by all. While we will miss his physical being he will live in our hearts and minds forever.
Margaret Carnright
July 16, 2021
I was so sorry to learn the news of Jim´s passing. My hope for the family is that they will, in time, see Jim in another family member and smile. RIP, Jim.
Elisa LaBash
July 16, 2021
I wanted to send my condolences to Jim's family. He was my WW and we will all miss him dearly. I will always remember his sense of humor and compassion.
I'm sending prayers for all of the family.
Diane Giannetti
July 15, 2021
I will send my condolences to the family of Jim Shumway. He will always hold a special place in my heart. We had such a great time at WW when he was my leader. What a pleasure it was to get to know him and enjoy his wit and humor. We had a special relationship and got along very well. It was awesome.
Susan Teller
July 15, 2021
The WW ladies will miss Jim tremendously. He was our very special coach in person and then virtually. His humorous and helpful end-of- meetings quotes will be remembered. What a special guy. RIP Jim. Deepest condolences to the family you were so proud of. Will toast you and count the points.
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