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Nora Vandemark Obituary
Nora Louise Shoemaker Vandemark CHILLICOTHE: Nora Louise Shoemaker Vandemark, 72, of Chillicothe, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 27, 2011 at home.
Nora was born July 25, 1938 in Chillicothe, Ohio to the late Reuben Clark Shoemaker and Blanche L. Pollock Shoemaker, who survives. On December 23, 1956 she married the eternal love of her life, George T. "Bob" Vandemark, who survives; also surviving are daughters, Tambrea Kay "Tammy" (Timothy) Holden, Phyllis Louise Dunsieth, and Barbara Danniel Vandemark all of Chillicothe; grandchildren, Travis L. Holden, Heather L. Dunsieth and Richmond Parks, Trent K. Holden, Colton F. "Colt" Cox and Brandi Gilispie, Casey T. Cox and Nikki Porter, Tasha L. Holden and Lou Parks, Cody W. Cox and Lindsay Kneisley, Tobin D. and Emilee Holden, Elijah "Eli" L. Hurless, and Daniel Ray Moore; great grandchildren, Lily K. Parks, Anna M. Parks, Keegan F. M. Cox, Talia R. Cox, Alayna L. Parks, and Fiona A. Parks; sisters, Ginger L. Long and friend, Tom Johnson, Linda L. and Donald Carroll, Connie L. Bethel, Myrna C. Schneider and friend, Steven Letenyei, and Jackie and Danny Schobelock; many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews; special friends, Sister Mary Cabrini and Sister Michael Marie; and many other special friends.
In addition to her father, Reuben; she was predeceased by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, George and Minnie Marie Childs Vandemark; and an infant son.
Nora graduated from Twin School in 1957. She was a member of the Bainbridge United Methodist Church and a former certified lay speaker. She served over 20 years as a volunteer member and captain of the Twin Township Fire & Life Squad. She was employed for many years by the Ross County Extension Agency and the Ross County Emergency Management Agency. She was an accomplished seamstress. She also enjoyed baking, horses and horseback riding, gardening, and crafts. She was a member of numerous organizations in her community throughout her life. Nora dedicated her life to God and her family. She was a loving and supportive wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. She will be greatly missed by many.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, March 3, 2011 at the Bainbridge United Methodist Church with Pastor Scott Campbell officiating. Burial will follow in the Twin Township Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the SMITH-MOORE-EBRIGHT Funeral Home, Bainbridge.
Those wishing to sign her online register may do so at www.ebrightfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Nora Vandemark
Mel and Sue Shaw
March 5, 2011
Bob and family, Our sympathies go out to you for the loss of Nora. We really enjoyed working with her on the Fire Dept.
Marjorie Barker
March 4, 2011
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of my cousin Nora Louise. I have many fond memories of her at Uncle Reuben and Aunt Blanche's house when I was a child. The world has lost a wonderful woman. May God be with all her loved ones and help to ease your pain.
Marjorie (Pollock) Barker
Tia, Tammy Miller
March 3, 2011
So sorry for your loss...She was a great woman! The whole family will be in our prayes! Lots of love...
Rick, Tammy, Tia Miller & Scott McCloskey
March 3, 2011
Bob and family...our sincerist condolences.Nora was a very friendly and lovable person...I'm sure God will comfort you at this time of sorrow....
Russ and Bonnie Corbin
Debbie Miner
March 3, 2011
Barb, I will miss talking to your mother. Once a month for the last 7 years I called to remind your dad about the board meeting and we would talk for a few minutes. She was a very nice lady. Take care of your dad, he is a good old guy.
Debbie Miner
Ross County Health District
March 2, 2011
Phyllis I'm so sorry for your loss, you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Barb Scharenberg
Ann & Lou Skaggs
March 2, 2011
Linda & Don, we were very sorry to hear of your sister Nora passing. I know you will miss her. The family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Barry Kellough
March 2, 2011
Truly sorry for your loss! Our hearts and prayers go out to you. Barry Kellough and Family!
Phyllis Dunsiet
March 2, 2011
For you mom nora louise. When I come to end of my journey And I travel my last weary mile, just forget if you can, that I ever frowned And remember only the smile. Forget unkind words I have spoken; Remember some good I have done.Forget that I ever had a heartache And remember I`ve had loads of fun.Forget that I have stumbled and blundered And sometimes fell by the way. Remember I have fought some hard battles and won, ere the close of the day,Then forget to grieve for my going,I would not have you sad for A day,But in summer just gather some flowers and remember the place where I lay, and come in the evening when the sun paints the sky in west,stand for a few moments beside me and remember only my best Your loving daugther PHYLLIS LOUISE
Tara&James Glispie
March 2, 2011
many thoughts and prayers to the family during this time....God Bless...
Dave, Barb and Emily Bethel
March 1, 2011
Our prayers to George and family. Nora will be missed !
Bruce Ferrell
March 1, 2011
Sorry to hear about Nora, I enjoyed working with her. George and family you are in my prayers.
Bruce Ferrell
Waverly, Ohio
Kasey, Ashley, Kenna, & Khia McCloskey
March 1, 2011
Sorry for your loss. The family is in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all!
Rex & Deb Fannin
March 1, 2011
George & Family; So sorry to hear of Nora Louise's passing. I know she is with Jesus and is enjoying all his beauty of Heaven. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Ruth George
March 1, 2011
Thinking of you and keeping you all in our prayers.
Clyde and Ruth George and family.
Chad&Michelle Lawson
March 1, 2011
She is a lovely person. I still use the blue blanket she gave me while I was in the hospital and the bracelets she made. Beautiful lady.
Mary Purdum
March 1, 2011
Gene and I will be praying for the family.
Barbara Vandemark
March 1, 2011
My MOTHER was wonderful ! She loved her family, friends and her Church. She was always helping others. At the request of the family, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Bainbridge United Methodist Church. This is what Mom would have wanted. Thank you.
kathy Yoakem-Sinclair
March 1, 2011
Ms Nora, will be missed ,I spent many of Slumber parties there when was in school ad 4-H... I even brought my daughter over when she was 3 to ride the Pony.. She was kind to everyone and will miss her sadily....
March 1, 2011
sorry to hear of nora passing love and prayers to the whole family!
ruthie (riehle) miller
melinda hutchinson
March 1, 2011
we are sorry for the loss of your wife and mother she is with all of the other s in our family that have gone on before us.
wanda (pollock) Hutchinson & melinda Hutchinson
james and clara pollock
Barbara Vandemark
March 1, 2011
My Mother was wonderful ! She loved her family, friends and her church. She was always helping others. The family request that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Bainbridge United Methodist Church. This is what she would have wanted. Thank you!
Barbara Vandemark
March 1, 2011
My MOTHER was wonderful ! She loved her family, friends, and her church. She was always helping others. The family would like to request that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Bainbridge United Methodist Church. This is what Mom would have wanted. Thank you!
Joe Teresa White
March 1, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Keith Jacobs
March 1, 2011
To Bob and Family, I`m very sorry to learn of your loss. May she rest in peace. I know God is with you. Keith Jacobs
The Shoemaker Girls
Tory Berdeja
March 1, 2011
Lots of love and our deepest sympathy in this time of sorrow...
Love Tory, Jake and Reuben
Tory Berdeja
March 1, 2011
Lots of love and our deepest sympathy in this time of sorrow.
Love Tory, Reuben and Jake
Crystal Ball
March 1, 2011
So sorry for your loss. May God bless your family and friends through this time.
Danyel Torrez
March 1, 2011
Sending love and warmth from California..wish we could be there in this time of need.
Love Danyel, Sami, Lexi, and David Torrez
Robin Buskirk
March 1, 2011
To the Vandemark family,
I will always remember Nora with a smile and how she always would help the girls in 4-H. She was such a sweet lady and will be missed I know by all.
Karla and Steve Earley
March 1, 2011
Barb and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Please accept our condolences and prayers for you and your family. May God be your comfort in your time of need.
Jeff Irvin
March 1, 2011
Nora will be greatly missed, her pleasant smile was an inspiration to many.
My heartfelt Condolences and Prayers go out for Bob, family and close friends.
Our loss is Heavens gain, God Bless.
Dale & Nita Crooks
March 1, 2011
Bob & family,
Sorry to hear of Nora's passing,our thoughts and prayers are with you,Her life touched so many other people and she'll truly be missed.
Mike Hill
March 1, 2011
George: so sorry to hear about the passing of Nora, Mike and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
love, Mike and Linda Hill
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