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Robert Shoemaker Obituary

Robert Jordan Shoemaker, of Lexington, Va., died at his home on Thursday morning, October 16, 2008. He was born January 3, 1931, the son of Charlie Basil Shoemaker and Ruth McCormick Shaw Shoemaker. A daughter, Debbie Shoemaker Brown also preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Shoemaker; a son, Robert Jordan Shoemaker II; three sisters, Lula Sorrels and Mabel Frieson, of Buena Vista, and Elizabeth "Tibby" Hartless, of Lexington; and one brother, John Shoemaker, of West Virginia. Robert is also the proud uncle of 21 nieces and nephews; two grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. There will be no service or visitation. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 17 to Oct. 18, 2008.

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Gary Armentrout

October 20, 2008

I wish I could be with you during this time. I hope to see you soon. Love, Gary

WESTLEY HALL

October 18, 2008

Well one thing i know about Mr.Shomaker is that he was a loving man and he loved his family.And now he's gone home to be with JESUS.I will miss you and love you always GO REDSKINS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!You have my sympathy it's always hard to lose a loved one i know. Love always WESTLEY HALL I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!MAY GOD BLESS YOU

RUTH RULEY MAYS

October 18, 2008

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY.

ANNIE RULEY MANUEL

October 18, 2008

I AM THINKING OF THE ENTIRE FAMILY AND DAYS GONE BY. MEMORIES KEEP US GOING. HELLO TO THE ENTRE FAMILY.

Stephanie McCoy (Sorrels)

October 17, 2008

Uncle Bobby,
Bobby I know how much my dad Steve thought of you, he always talked about the fun times. I know granny, your sister, Lula will miss you. You sure did enjoy her fruitcake around Christmas time. You will greatly be missed.
Rest In Peace

Susie Sizemore

October 17, 2008

We are holding you all in our hearts and prayers. Mark, Susie & Michael Sizemore

Bettielou Davidson

October 17, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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