With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Stephen Scott Shumway of Wolf Point on June 2, 2024, at his home.
Steve was born Sept. 25, 1950, in Scobey, Mont., to Herman and Marlene Shumway. He grew up in Wolf Point and graduated from Wolf Point High School in 1968.
Steve was drafted into the U.S. Army in June of 1970 and served in the Vietnam War from April 1971 to January 1972 as a field artilleryman. He was honorably discharged in 1972.
Steve held multiple jobs ranging from ranch hand, UPS driver and helped manage Dad’s Bar for 27 years before retiring from Montana State Highway Department in 2012.
During his retirement, Steve could be found taking drives around the local area with his dog, Willy.
Steve always told stories highlighting his life that involved lending a helping hand to area ranchers branding, golfing and fishing in Wolf Creek. Steve’s favorite stories revolved around the “The Great Montana Centennial Cattle Drive of 1989” and helping Marvin Brookman at rodeos.
Steve is survived by his lifelong partner, Taunya Wasser; father, Herman Shumway; brothers, John and Bill Shumway, all of Wolf Point Mont.; sister, Sheila Woods of Chugiak, Alaska; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Marlene Shumway; and brother, Daniel Shumway.
As per Steve’s request, no services will be held.
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Wayne J. Stein says
I met Steve the first day of the first grade in the Northside Elemental School in Wolf point and he was my friend ever since. I will truly miss visiting with him whenever I returned to Wolf Point. My best to his loved ones at the passing of this wonderful Wolf Point Wolf.
Joy Shumway Welch says
Sending hugs and love to all.
Louise Twitchell says
RIP Steve. Will miss your mischievous.
Rhonda Shumway says
My condolences to Steve’s family.
Dan Hanks says
Great friend great guy
June Jensen says
Thoughts and prayers to all of Steve’s family and all his friends. What a guy I’m not sure who if anyone could ever replace him. Didn’t matter how many years went by of seeing each other but when we did. It was always a big hug and then the teasing began. I hope he has reunited with his folks and those that went before him. Fly hi my friend. I’m sad to hear you have left mother earth. I will see you again one day. Sorry for the loss of Steve 😭🙏🙏. June Jensen
LYNN SHRADER says
GREW UP WITH STEVE HUNTING AND FISHING – – AND A LITTLE PARTYING – – FOND MEMORIES
Warren &Bev Evans says
So sorry for your loss Steve will be missed.
Dawn Shumway says
Steve had a great smile much llike my Dad’s, Jack.
He will be greatly missed by all of the Shumway family.
Peggy Tolan says
Steve worked for my dad a couple of summers. I was in high school and ready to take my driver’s exam but didn’t have a car so Steve loaned me his to take the test. As soon as the driver examiner opened the door to get in, he said the car smelled like a brewery and wanted to know who the car belonged to! Still laugh about it but appreciated Steve’s generous nature and zest for life! He will be missed!
JD and Karin says
Herman, John and Bill as well as Taunya,
My deepest condolences to you all. Steve was always kind and lived a good laugh!
I hope a load of memories bring smiles to your faces in this tough time.
JD and Karin Taylor
Vernie Madison says
Hugs and prayers to all Steve’s family and friends. It was always nice to see Steve, when he stopped out at Harrys. I remember I would call him from the Elks in the morning if I was having trouble with the jumble in the Billings gazette. I’d also call him to see who sang whatever song I couldn’t think of if he didn’t know, the answer there would be somebody else there that would. Good times!!!
Pat Vine says
Condolences to Steve’s family. He was always so easy going and smiling!
Patricia Sonsteng says
So sorry for you loss. Prayers to the family. He was such a fun loving kinda guy. I’m sure he will be missed by many