Warren Shoop

SHOOP, Warren H. (Age 79) Warren H. Shoop passed away on May 5, 2010. He was born in Joliet, Montana on August 19, 1930 to John Paul and Vola Mae (VanNice) Shoop. The oldest of six siblings, he was adevoted son and big brother. His family moved to Rice, WA where Warren attended high school. He joined the Army in October 1948 and was later stationed in Germany. When he returned to the U.S. he was sent to Fort Lewis where he received an honorable discharge. Warren worked briefly for Boeing in Everett, WA and went to work for the Great Northern Railway in 1953. He met his wife, Barbara and they were married in November 1958. Warren andBarbara made their home in Spokane where they raised three children. Warren worked for the Great Northern and Burlington Northern Railways for 40 years, retiring in 1993. He was also an instrument rated pilot and flight instructor. He was a generous man who loved God and his family. He wasalways available to lend a helping hand and he provided support, guidance, and love to all in need. Warren was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Lonnie, and his brother Dick. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife Barbara.Warren is survived by his brother Duane (Karin), his sister Elsie (Lloyd) Barnes, and his brother Kent (Cathy). He is also survived by his children, Jeff (Renee) of Spokane, Randy (Kathy) of Kennewick, and Nancy (Richard) of Spokane. Warren also leaves behind seven grandchildren, Brian, Bethany, Jaxon, Maxwell, Matthew, Isaac, and Jacob and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 14, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. atValley Assembly of God Church, 15618 East Broadway, Spokane Valley, WA. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Hospice of Spokane.