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Herman E. Shumate

January 7, 1929 - May 18, 2020

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Elmwood Cemetery
IN 28
Romney, IN 47981
765-474-1111 |
Friday 5/22
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Herman E. Shumate, 91, of Lafayette, passed away on Monday, May 18, 2020 at his home.  He was born January 7, 1929, in Tippecanoe County to the late Claude and Maude (Tindel) Shumate.  Herman graduated from Romney High School in 1947 and was a veteran of the Army.  On February 9, 1957, he married Barbara Virgin in Mulberry and she survives.  Herman worked as an Electrician with the IBEW Local 668 for 40 years and retired in 1992.  He was a member of the American Legion Post 11 in Lafayette.  Surviving along with his wife are his sons Michael E. Shumate of Carmel, Richard A. Shumate, Mark D. Shumate both of Lafayette, grandsons Kody, Drew and Nicholas.  Private graveside service will be held on Friday at Elmwood Cemetery in Romney.

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Elmwood Cemetery
IN 28
Romney, IN 47981
765-474-1111 | Map
Friday 5/22
Private Servcie

Herman E. Shumate, 91, of Lafayette, passed away on Monday, May 18, 2020 at his home.  He was born January 7, 1929, in Tippecanoe County to the late Claude and Maude (Tindel) Shumate.  Herman graduated from Romney High School in 1947 and was a veteran of the Army.  On February 9, 1957, he married Barbara Virgin inContinue Reading

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David Lahr left a message on May 20, 2020:
I worked with Herm for many years, off and on. Found him to be always cordial and smiling. Was a great person to work with. My condolences.
Garry Rose left a message on May 19, 2020:
Sorry for your lost Mike. Worked with your father on many jobs. He was good man, great electrician and always kept things interesting.
Larry Spencer left a message on May 19, 2020:
My very first Journeyman Wiseman . I have many stories of Herm . He was a hoot. He will be missed.
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes, Inc. left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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