W.T. Shumake & Daughters

April 20, 1958 – July 2, 2026

Michael V. Shumake, age 68, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026.

Visitation 2-4 Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Taylortown AME Zion Church 10901 Ballardsville Road. Funeral to follow at 4pm.

Born on April 20, 1958, in Louisville, Kentucky, Michael Vernon Shumake, Sr., was the son of the late Abner Vernon Shumake and Mildred Shumake. He graduated from Jefferson County Brown School in 1976 and continued his education at the University of Louisville.

Michael’s faith journey began as a young child at Spillman Memorial Church. Through his young adult and adult years, he worshiped at First Congregational Church and later joined Taylortown AME Zion Church.

On September 11, 2002, he was united in matrimony to Marilyn Shumake whose love and companionship was paramount through many health challenges until his death. Michael was a kidney living organ transplant recipient, donated by his sister Jocelyn that same year.
Michael’s career in the hospitality industry began in Louisville, KY at the Pendennis Club and carried him to West Palm Beach, Florida, where he continued his hospitality career and was known for his warm personality and dedication to serving others. In later years, he became self-employed as an insurance agent, building lasting relationships with clients through his integrity, professionalism, and genuine care for people.

Above all, Michael treasured his family. He was the proud father and husband and known as “Mr. Insure” through the community. He will be remembered for his kindness, sense of humor, generous spirit; and the love he shared with those fortunate enough to know him.

Michael was proceeded in death by his father Abner Vernon Shumake, Maudrine Quarles (mother-in-law), Davon Carter (son), Donna Shumake Peterson (sister) and Alber Harris Shumake II (Brother).

On Thursday, July 2, 2026, Michael V. Shumake Sr., at the age of 68, transitioned peacefully from this life. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Marilyn Shumake; mother, Mildred Shumake; daughter, Charlette Washington; son, Michael Shumake Jr. (Lateria), Daughter Shay Carter (Kristy), brothers, Rev. Erich V. Shumake (Connie) and Tim Frierson (April); sisters, Mildred Bristow, Jocelyn Dave (George), and Lynn Watson; in-laws Sharon Johnson, Dorothy Webb, George Quarles (Wanda), and Emmanuel Quarles; nine grandchildren, Michael Shumake III, Michaela Shumake, Mason Shumake, Madison Shumake, Dujuan Robinson, Aaliyah Baker, Bioncca Hale, Moriah Carter, and Olivia Carter; one great-grandchild, Raiyanna Joseph; Devoted Aunt, Georgia Clay and his special cousin, Sherryll S. Summers and Nephew, Brandon Shumake ; along with a host of nieces, nephews who he was known to as “Uncle Mike”, extended family members, and dear friends.

Michael’s life touched many people; with his life stories and words of advice his memory will continue to live in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.