Sharon Lee Shumway Atkins, age 80, passed away September, 27, 2022 at the McCone County Health Center after a battle with cancer.
Sharon was born January 9, 1942 in Wolf Point, Montana the daughter of George and Pearl (Jones) Shumway. She grew up and went to school in Wolf Point, MT. On December 16, 1980 she married James Atkins, an Airforce gentleman out of Glasgow Air Force Base. Three daughters were born to this union. James and Sharon did a lot of traveling and went through every state except Hawaii and Alaska. They also were stationed overseas in England, where the youngest daughter Robin, was born. A life highlight for her was meeting some famous actors; Ken Curtis (Festus on “Gunsmoke”), Louis Burton Lindley Jr. (Slim Pickens), and John Wayne.
She enjoyed traveling, camping, and dancing. Her favorite was square dancing on Boardwalk on live television. She also loved crossword puzzles and reading. Another favorite activity was cruising around with her mom and sister Ann, especially when they got lost. She always looked forward to her Monday meetings with Mitsy, Cindy and all the guys.
Sharon was proceeded in death by both parents, 7 brothers; Charles Shumway, George Shumway, Lloyd Shumway, Bob Shumway, Bill Shumway, Ken Kellum, and Marty Hagemeister, 4 sisters; Donna Shumway Kellum, Joyce Shumway, Linda Shumway, and Blondie Shumway.
She is survived by 3 daughters; Brenda (Dave) Boysun, Kim (Gary) Choate, and Robin Atkins, sisters; Ann Hagemeister, Lacy Cortez, Joy (Joe) Welch, Rhonda Shumway, Gena Shumway, brothers; Scott (Anna), Jeff (Yvonne), uncle; Herman Shumway, 7 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren.
Due to Sharon’s wishes, there will be no services.
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Barbara Olson says
Dear Brenda & family, I am so sorry for your loss. It is so hard to lose your mother ❤️ Keeping you in my prayers.
Robin R Schock says
Thinking of you Brenda and family. She was a fun gal. The picture that you chose is exactly how I remember her, always that big smile, always cheerful. Sending love and prayers for you all.
Gayle Mawhinney Pedersen says
Getting older is a challenge but add cancer to that just isn’t fair. The minute I saw Sharons photo it brought back memories of her great smile and positive attitude as we raced thru the hallways of WPHS. I never saw her after we graduated, I wish I could have, I think there are some interesting stories she could share.
Dale Stensland says
I grew up next door to the Shumways. Scott & Jeff were good friends growing up.
Shumways were and are good people.