Kay E. Shumway

Kay E. Shumway, 87, passed away on November 11, 2026.

Born on June 7, 1939, Kay will be remembered as a good woman with a beautiful smile, an amazing mother and grandmother, and someone who was deeply well loved by those who knew her. She graduated from Eastern High School and went on to devote 30 years of service as a mental health assistant at Our Lady Of Peace, where her steady care and commitment reflected the compassion she carried throughout her life.

Kay found joy in life’s simple and meaningful pleasures. She enjoyed reading, working jigsaw puzzles, sewing, and knitting. These quiet interests reflected her patient spirit and the warmth she shared with family and friends.

Above all, Kay's life was centered on the people she loved. She is survived by her son, James Rose and his wife, Evangelina; her daughter, Donna Shirley and Eddie; her sister, Susan White; and her grandchildren, Blair Adkins and her husband, Chris, Brent Beeson, and Christopher Shirley and his wife, Courtney, as well as 10 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.  She leaves behind a family who will carry her memory forward with love and gratitude, remembering her smile, her strength, and the care she gave so freely.

Kay was preceded in death by her mother, Helen Shields; her father, John W. Shields; her sister, Carol Burk; and her brothers, Dale Shields and Dean Shields.

Kay’s life was one of love, devotion, and quiet faithfulness to those around her. She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered always.