Patricia “Patty” Sue Shumpert (nee Tolly), 75, life-long resident of North Platte, NE, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg and went to her heavenly home, where she was welcomed by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Patty was born on April 15, 1947, in North Platte, NE, the daughter of Roscoe H. Tolly and Rose E. (Neiswanger) Tolly. She married Michael William Shumpert on September 29, 1973, and together they had 2 sons, Michael Jonathan and Matthew William, and a daughter, Melissa Sue, who was stillborn.
Patty was a very loving and gentle mother. As a dedicated homemaker, she was the heart of a warm, comfortable, and loving home. Patty was a lifeguard at the Cody Park pool for many years, teaching kids and adults to swim, and she saved at least one life as well. Patty was a talented and artistic soul who loved many types of arts and crafts, but her passions were crochet and ceramics. She also loved gardening, it was her happy diversion from the troubles of life, and she had a green thumb. She was both a good cook and a baker and her recipes are still beloved by family and friend alike.
Patty was one of the very sweetest people you'd ever meet, just one of a kind. She also one of the fiercest defenders when it came to standing up for her family, like a mama bear. She could work as hard as a man, but still wanted to be treated like a lady. Patty cared for her own mother for many years up until the end of Rose’s life.
Patty graduated from North Platte High School in 1965 and then attended Kearney State College, which later became the University of Nebraska at Kearney, from 1965 to 1968, studying elementary education. As an educator, working both a teacher’s aide and later a paraeducator at Cody Elementary School, Mrs. Shumpert was beloved by many children, especially those who came from troubled homes. She was always there to offer guidance or a hug.
Patty loved Jesus and wanted to share His love with everyone. Her kindness and love reflected Christ in her heart. During college, Patty was a member of the Navigators and later volunteered at the Maranatha Bible Camp. She treated everyone with kindness and grace. Patty was always doing acts of service for friends and family. Patty also loved going to church services and participating in church activities.
Those left to cherish Patricia’s memory are her husband of 49 years, Michael W.; sons, Michael Jon Shumpert of Omaha, and Matthew W. Shumpert of North Platte.
She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant daughter, Melissa; and brothers, Harry, and Bill Tolly.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the North Platte Berean Church with George Cheek officiating. Burial will follow at the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, December 9th from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5 – 7 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family for future designation. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed to the family at www.carpentermemorial.com, as well as https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/pattyshumpert.