Robert Shumate Obituary
The family announces the passing of Robert Shumate (Sumter, South Carolina) on June 8, 2026. Robert, born on March 9, 1948, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Weldon Heyward "Skip" Shumate and Francis Shelton Shumate; and his brothers, Jimmy Shumate and Keith Shumate. He is survived by: his wife Pamela Welch Shumate; his children, Brittany Thrower (Paul) of Sumter and Jason Flagler (Lynda) of Bensalem, PA; and his grandchildren, Brooklin Rose Thompson, Molly Thrower and Jacob Thrower.
Memorials may be made to Crosspoint Baptist Church, 2755 Carter Rd., Sumter, SC 29150 or the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
