Shirley Ann Hummel, 88, of Wooster passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Wayne County Care Center.
She was born July 20, 1936, in Smithville to Frank and Daisie Gray Fike. On July 30, 1961, she married Marvin Hummel. He preceded her in death.
Shirley was a teacher for Rittman Schools and worked part time at Fike Advisors for many years. She played woman’s basketball all during High School and College. Shirley loved traveling with Marvin on bus trips, annual trips to Cedar Point, playing cards and dominos at Wayne Manor, spending time with family and going to dinner with her grief group. She attended church at the Salvation Army.
She is survived by her nieces and nephews Karen Henderson, Brad (Paula) Fike, Brian (Sheila) Fike, and Pam (Chuck) Graybill; sister-in-law Ruth Fike.
In addition to her husband Marvin, she was preceded in death by her son Todd Hummel; brothers Ronald and Gerald Fike; close friend Carol Six.
There is to be a private family service and interment to follow at Rittman Cemetery. McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Salvation Army, 437 S. Market St., Wooster, Ohio 44691
Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
My deepest condolences to the family.
I always enjoyed seeing her down at the parlor or helping her with things. She had a love for always being on the go. And I know that she in heaven with her husband and son filling them in on all of her adventures!! RIP Shirley.
She was my 8th grade English teacher and I must say she was the very best teacher I had in school. She was strict, but boy did you learn! She was an integral part of my education. I’ll always remember her fondly.
I had Mrs.Hummel for 8th grade English. She was a strict teacher, but I had so much respect for her. She was always very kind and friendly to me over the years. I saw her several times at The Parlor restaurant and enjoyed talking with her. I will miss her.
I also was a former student who had much respect for her. I would see her over the years at different places and always had a good chat. She and Mrs. Warren were my favorite teachers .
Wonderful teacher! Very strict but we all learn so much from her. Had our respect. One of my favorites.
Beth and I are saddened to hear of Mrs. Hummel’s passing. To me, she was more than an excellent teacher as Todd was a dear friend. I spent a lot time at the Hummel house on West Hill and have fond memories.
I taught with Shirley for many years and knew her husband Marv and son Todd. My favorite memory is Shirley, dressed like an early baseball player and reading Casey at the Bat
I am so sorry to hear that Aunt Shirley has passed. She was always such a great person. She loved her breakfast.
Her family and friends have my deepest sympathy. I am sure her son
Todd and Husband Marv were waiting with open arms. She had such a positive impact on so many people. She will be missed!
Prayers for Karen and family. She was a neat lady.
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Hummel’s passing, she was one of the best teachers I ever had.
My sincere condolences to Shirley’s family. Shirley was a tutor for me at the Wayne County ABLE (now Aspire) program throughout my time there teaching and directing there. She was smart, funny, and relentless in her support of those wanting to learn to read and write and pass their GEDs. She worked wonders and made a lasting impression on countless students and I’m my life as well. Blessed to have known her.
Shirley was a good friend, when I would visit her, I would take my dog Shay with me, and she loved petting him. She will be missed.
I am saddened to hear of Mrs. Hummel’s passing. She was very special to me as I was a good friend of Todd. I spent many hours at the Hummel home and have so many memories of Shirley, Marv and Todd. Shirley was a special person to so many people.
My sincere condolences to Shirley’s family. She will be missed by many. I went to school with Shirley in Smithville, taught with her in Orrville, and taught with her in Rittman. Marv was my principal in Rittman and Todd was a favorite student of mine. She was a very special person to me and many other people.
Shirley and I taught together for the Adult Basic Education in Rittman. We had a strong support for our students. Thank you, Shirley, for your dedication to those who had goals and desires to GED. God bless you back to Marv and Todd.
My sincere condolences to Shirley family! Shirley’s always had a smile on her face! She was a good friend to everyone and me! I loved her! May you rest in peace!
My condolences to the family. I loved Marv and her! One of my favorite middle school teachers. Sharp wit, sharp tongue; but she taught me how to write!
Probably the best teacher. I believe I had her for 8th grade. Very strict, we all respected that. She will be missed by those who knew her.
My sincere condolences to the Hummel family. I have to say Mr. and Mrs. Hummel were he best teachers ever. She taught me to write and was strict but I respected her and did everything she asked of me. You would see her out and she always greeted you with a genuine smile. May she rest in peace as she has entered eternal life reuniting with Todd and Mr. Hummel. The Hummels will never be forgotten. May they rest in God’s hands.
I am sadden to hear of Mrs. Hummel’s passing. She was my 7th and 8th grade English teacher. Though strict, I learned so much from her. I really enjoyed her sense of humor.
I am so sorry to hear this. Mrs. Hummel was one of those teachers you did not appreciate until you were older and out of school. She held a special place in my heart. I met my 8th grade sweetheart, now my husband of almost 39 years in her class . Her and Mr. Hummel both attended our wedding which I will never forget. When my brother passed, she was the first to call and give her condolences. She always take the time to visit when we would one another. She was a special lady and will be missed.
She and Marv were such positive influences on the town of Rittman for many years. Marv, in particular, was one of my best mentors.
I am sadden to hear about Mrs. Hummel’s passing. Shirley and Marvin were great educator’s. They had discipline and structure. We all respected them. Prayers to the family.
She was a great example for me. Strong but loving.
Mrs. Hummel was one of my favorites! Even though she gave me my first “B” in English, she taught me the importance of using correct grammar and how it shows others you are well educated! Years later, I taught in her old classroom! A great lady who I was proud to call my friend. Thank you, Mrs. Hummel.
Dear Karen and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Sweet Aunt Shirley. Prayers and healing are sent your way. It is always hard to lose a loved one. But Hopefully, your memories and good times together will bring a smile to your face in the days ahead and help to lessen your grief. She is in a better place now. God Bless her Soul.
Mrs. Hummell was an amazing teacher. She taught my 8th grade English class and had high expectations for everyone. I missed an assignment due date once that put my grade in jeopardy, and rather than write a pink slip that I would need to take to my parents, she asked me to stay after class where she told me she expected better work from me and knew I was capable of that. I knew I had caught a break from her, and made sure my performance in class improved. Later that year I wrote her a short note acknowledging what she had done, and how much I ended up enjoying her class. A few years later my brother and I were playing basketball with Todd in the Hummell’s driveway and Mr. Hummell pulled me aside and told me how much that note meant to Mrs. Hummell. She taught lessons that weren’t visible or appreciated until years later. Godspeed Mrs. Shirley Hummell.
How many of us ever have the chance to shape others’ lives the way Mrs. Hummel did? She was a wonderful teacher whose works will live on forever. I’m so glad she was my 8th grade teacher. Praying for her family.
I had the privilege of teaching with Shirley for several years and two of my children had her as a teacher. I always appreciated how kind and compassionate she was with my son and daughter. She had high expectations of her students and many didn’t realize how lucky they were to have had her as a teacher until later in life.
My sincere condolences to Brad, Karen, and family.
Ms. Fike was my gym teacher in Orrville Junior High. We were all scared of her because of her strict approach. That being said she was my favorite!!!!!
I have loved her since and kept in contact with her. I am thankful for our last visit a couple months ago. It was always a pleasure to reminisce.
Fly high Mrs. Hummel!!!!
My sincere sympathy to Shirley’s family and friends. She was a very dedicated educator with high standards who inspired her students to achieve success. I am grateful for having worked with her at Rittman Middle School.
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Mrs. Hummel. She was a very memorable part of my middle school years. She was firm, but always fair, and passionate about helping her 8th graders learn and grow. It’s clear how much she cared for us, and we are all better for having been in her classroom. May she Rest In Peace. Thank you, Mrs. Hummel.