Carolyn Jo Shumate

Carolyn Jo Shumate (Campbell), lovingly known as “Carol,” passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, at age 77, after a courageous six-year battle with cancer. Born October 14, 1948, in Damascus, Virginia, she moved to Wilmington, Delaware as a young girl and built a life rooted in family, faith, and love.

Carol met her soulmate, James Lee Shumate, and married at 18. Together, they shared over five decades of devotion, raising their children in Willow Run. Known for her kindness, generosity, and unwavering faith, Carol touched everyone with her laughter and compassion.

She is survived by her husband Jim; son, James (Cindy); daughter, Dawn Shumate Brown (Brian Murphy); and granddaughter, Taylor Brown. She was preceded in death by her grandson, David Kyle Brown; mother, Mary Elizabeth Campbell; and sister, Patricia “Pat” Turner.

Carol’s greatest joy was her family. Her memory will live on in every act of love and kindness.

A celebration of her life will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Nichols-Gilmore Funeral Home, 212 East Justis Street Newport, DE 19804, where visitation will begin at 2:00 PM.