Stephen Shumaker

Stephen D. “Steve” Shumaker, 77, of Shippensburg, and son of the late Charles and Viola Shumaker, passed away on June 4, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, and unwavering devotion to his family.

A proud Vietnam Veteran, Steve carried deep pride in his military service throughout his life. Following his service, he dedicated many years to working at the Navy Depot in Mechanicsburg until his retirement.

Steve found great joy in helping local farmers whenever he could. Few things made him happier than climbing onto a tractor and spending the day working the land. While he spent much of his life rising before dawn, retirement introduced him to a new appreciation for sleeping in, a luxury he happily embraced.

In his neighborhood, Steve was the familiar face on the porch, the one everyone waved to as they passed by. He loved history in all its forms, and his family often joked that he had probably solved all the mysteries of history but simply wasn’t sharing the answers.

Above all else, Steve cherished his family. This year, he and his beloved wife, Mary, celebrated 55 years of marriage. Even after retirement brought them together nearly every hour of every day, they never tired of each other’s company. Some of their happiest moments were spent sharing late-morning coffee and chocolate milk dates on their back patio. Together, they demonstrated to their children and grandchildren that love, respect, support, and partnership can carry a family through anything.

Steve was his family’s biggest supporter, always ready with advice, encouragement, and occasionally an eye roll when one of their latest adventures seemed especially ambitious. He was immensely proud of his children and grandchildren and treasured every opportunity to have the whole family together, even if he occasionally removed his hearing aids when the celebrations became a little too lively.

He was also a devoted supporter of Mary’s many talents and hobbies, especially her baking and cooking, which he enthusiastically enjoyed throughout their marriage.

Steve is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Mary Shumaker; his son, Tim Shumaker and partner Candy; his daughter, Angie Pletcher and her husband, Deron; his oldest granddaughter, Laken Pletcher and her partner, Kylie Ryan, and youngest granddaughter, Lucy Pletcher. He is also survived by two beloved Dachshunds, Annie and Ellie, who served as his constant shadows and proud co-owners of his favorite recliner. Also survived by brothers, Ed and Dwight Shumaker.

While Steve’s absence leaves an immeasurable void, his family finds comfort in the years they shared with him and the example he set through a life marked by service, loyalty, humor, and love. As a man with a firm faith in God, his family and friends take comfort that he’s in a place of peace and healing.

Professional services have been entrusted to Dugan Funeral & Cremation, Ltd., 51 Asper Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257. A memorial service for Stephen will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM at Dugan Funeral Home, 51 Asper Drive in Shippensburg. 

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter, and Wounded Warrior Project.