Richard Preston Shumway, 77

MILLSBORO - Richard Preston Shumway, of Millsboro, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and friends on Friday, April 3, 2009, at his home. He was 77. He is survived by his wife and loving companion for 20 years, E. Bernadette (McCabe) Shumway; a daughter, Nancy Holloway; two sons, Tom Shumway and his wife Tammy and Joe Shumway; four grandsons, a granddaughter, a step-daughter and her daughter, four brothers, a sister, his previous spouse, and his best friends. A celebration of life will be from 1-3 p.m. April 15, at the American Legion Post 28, Millsboro. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Compassionate Care Hospice, 31038 Country Garden Blvd., Suite D2, Dagsboro, DE 19939. Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services.