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Gary Shoemaker Obituary

Gary L. Shoemaker July 19, 1956 January 16, 2014 Gary L. Shoemaker, 57, of Bellefonte, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2014, in State College. A son of the late Irvin and Marion (Palmer) Shoemaker, Gary was born on July 19, 1956, in Bellefonte. He attended Bellefonte Area High School and worked at Calder Commons in State College. Gary is survived by three brothers, John and Robert Shoemaker, both of Bellefonte and Larry Gaines, of Phoenix, Ariz. The family will receive friends on Monday, January 20, 2014, from 10-11 a.m., at Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., 206 N. Spring St., Bellefonte, PA, with the funeral service to immediately follow at 11 a.m., with Rev. Daniel Fox officiating. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Centre Daily Times on Jan. 18, 2014.

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Bart

January 12, 2025

I miss you my brother

Bart

January 12, 2023

Miss you my old friend

Meghan Kozusko

January 20, 2014

Gary was very warm hearted, kind, and had great work ethic. Everyday when I left my apartment complex he was always around working hard and greeted me with a smile on his face. I really enjoyed working with Gary and as a student having someone to talk to in the building everyday really made me feel at home. My prayers are with his family and friends at this time. Gary will be missed.

jesse long

January 19, 2014

prayers gout to garys family gary was a good person and a good working he never complained about anything he was always happy go getter guys he will be missed so long friend until we meet again

January 19, 2014

gary was a good friend he will be missed rip

Sue Poorman

January 19, 2014

Jack, Bob, Larry and families, We're so sorry about Gary's passing. Gary was a good guy. Not a mean bone in his body. He will be greatly missed. Thinking of and praying for all of you that God will especially be by your side at this sad and difficult time.
Gary You were one of the best, be at peace and say hello to all the rest of the family for us.
All Our Love,
Curt and Sue (Boscaino) Poorman

Melinda Jones-Gillespie

January 18, 2014

I have known Gary all my adult life, he was a lot of fun to be around, I have many many great memories of Gary, rest in peace, and now you will be with Eddie again.

Mary

January 18, 2014

I remember Gary from high school always had time to be kind. Blessing to his entire family at this time.

Jayme Fetters

January 18, 2014

Thoughts and prayers from my family to yours. He was a great person and will be missed.

Bart Clevenstine

January 18, 2014

Known Gary almost all my life. He was my most kindest friend. He was beside my brother, when he died, and he was like a brother to me all my life.. God Bless you Gary, and give Eddie a big hug for me.

Mike Irvin

January 18, 2014

Sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Memories go back many years. He will be missed by many.

Donna & Bob Confer

January 18, 2014

Jack and Lorraine, we were so shocked to hear of Gary's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Gary will be greatly missed. RIP our friend.

Gregory Holderman

January 18, 2014

Gary has been my friend for more than forty years.I will miss him very much. Till we see each other again love you brother!

Molly Reese

January 18, 2014

Rest in Paradise Gary, you will be greatly missed. Prayers to you and your family.

Ken Hollabaugh

January 18, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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