Master Sgt Curtis Duane Shoemake
Master Sgt Curtis Duane Shoemake
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Kevin Reese
April 1, 2021
Still miss you brother! This place is not the same without you. We'll meet again one day; love ya bro!
Donna Jackson
April 1, 2021
Curtis, I think about you often. You were always the life of the party at our holiday celebrations and you are so missed. We have lost so many more of our family since you left us. I hope you, Junior, Lisa, Becky, Pat, Kim, Aunt Neat along with Mama, Daddy, and Preston are all in your own little neighborhood in Heaven and enjoying all the beauty surrounding y’all. Love and miss you so much! Aunt Donna
Donna Jackson
July 27, 2020
Missing you more than ever on your birthday. Love you, Curtis, our world is not the same without you in
December 15, 2014
I think of you daily, along with Junior. I miss you both so much! We will never understand why the two of you had to leave us so early but we know that one day we will have the answers. Until we meet again, I love you both more than you probably ever realized!
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james clark
December 14, 2014
miss you brother..... thinking of you during the holiday season and the times we used to have. you will always be in my memories and thoughts shoe. rest peacefully bro!!!
Donna Jackson
August 3, 2011
Curtis, I think about you every day and miss you more and more. You and Jr. are very much loved and missed!!!!
LINDA ANTOINE
August 3, 2011
Hey darlin,Saints season is here.I know you will be cheering them on,wish you were here to celebrate with me on this upcoming season.I love you and miss you so much LOVE YOU,AUNT LINDA
July 27, 2011
happy birthday son. i love and miss you very much!
momma
July 27, 2011
Happy Birthday Uncle Curtis! I love and miss you!
love your niece,
Daylin
Maxine Shoemake
July 27, 2011
Happy Birthday to my precious son. I love and miss you so very much. Im bringing your saints flowers to you this weekend. You and Junior take care of each other for me. I love you very much!
Momma
Pam Phinney
July 3, 2011
Its been a few years since we spoke...I cant believe you are gone. We had some really fun times together while in the Air Force and some great talks. You will always and forever be in my heart. Its breaking right now because I didnt know you left us . Love to you always. Pam
Chris Parker
December 6, 2010
Big Shoe, I hope that you have found happiness. I have been sitting in AL for the last 6 weeks and thinking of you...BROTHER. The very building that I have lived for these long 6 weeks has your memories embedded in it. Again, my condolences go out to your family. Shoe was a great leader and friend which I had the pleasure to serve with. He was also a great F-15 flight control rigger, but I am sure you are looking down and wondering where all the F-15’s are going. The F-15’s were are bread and butter for so many years and they are slowly disappearing. It was a great pleasure to search for your name on the internet and discover that your time on earth is still being memorialized with this guest book. I miss you dude...
July 30, 2010
Happy Birthday I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU
July 29, 2010
Happy Birthday Curtis. I love and miss you so much. I remember when you were born 2 days before my birthday. I was so mad at your Mother. I thought she could have waited. But you were still my birthday boy. Bailey was born on your birthday and that makes it more special. Love you and miss you. Tell Preston I love and miss him too. Aunt Pat
July 27, 2010
Happy Birthday Uncle Curtis! I still cant believe that you're gone. I wish you were still here with us. Holidays definitely arent the same without you here. Saint winning the Superbowl was kind of a bittersweet moment; We were all excited that they finally made it but we were sad at the same time because they're biggest fan wasnt here to celebrate with us. I know you are in a better place now, but its still hard for everyone without you. Thank you for being the best Uncle that I could ask for. Not a day goes by that I dont think about you. I love you more than anything and miss you very much. Happy Birthday!
Love always,
Amanda Shoemake <3
July 27, 2010
Happy Birthday to my precious son. I love and miss you so very much. Its hard to believe that you've been gone for two birthdays already. Im thinking about you today and I love and miss you very much.
Love,
Momma
June 25, 2010
Hey baby Aunt Linda still celebrating our NEW ORLEANS SAINTS SUPERBOWL CHAMPS.Sure wish you were here with me.We love and miss you more every day.We are the team to repeat,Go SAINTS GO,Nobody in the NFC can even compare to us.Hope you are partying in Heaven with Uncle Bud because we are going back to the SUPERBOWL
Pat Swindle
June 1, 2010
Curtis, we are so proud of you and your service to your country. You gave it your all. We miss you so much especially this Memorial Day. Love you, Aunt Pat
May 31, 2010
My Dear Son,
It is hard to believe but it is Memorial Day again. Son, it is a day of memories every day for me. But they are so precious. Curtis, I can't believe you have been gone for over a year. I miss you so bad, sometimes I think I'm going to lose my mind. Son, I love you so much and just having the memory and knowing you loved me in return is so special to me that it helps me so much. Son, I am so proud of you, I know people may get tired of me all the time talking about you, but Son, that is all I can do now is talk about all the good and happy times we all had together. We have some special memories. You were so precious Son, and I love you and miss you so very much. I miss hearing, " Goodnight Mama. I love you," so very much. So Son, I will close by saying you are remembered so much this Memorial Day with love and pride. I love you so much. Goodnight my precious son.
Love you,
Mama
Pat Swindle
April 12, 2010
I can't believe that a year has passed already. The grief is still so strong. You were such a joy. I love and miss you so much. Please tell Preston and Mama how much we miss them. Kiss Dwayne for me. Love you so much, Aunt Pat
DONNA JACKSON
April 7, 2010
CURTIS, YESTERDAY EVENING WE WERE ALL AT THE BALL FIELD WATCHING THE BOYS PLAY BALL AND I COULDN'T HELP BUT REMEMBER THAT LAST YEAR AT THAT TIME ALMOST EVERYONE WAS IN THE SAME PLACE WHEN YOUR DAD GOT THE CALL THAT CHANGED EVERYONE'S LIVES FOREVER. WE MISS YOU SO MUCH, IT STILL SEEMS UNREAL TO ME THAT YOU ARE GONE. I LOVE YOU, CURTIS AND I THANK YOU FOR ALL THE BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES THAT YOU LEFT WITH US!!! YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. AUNT D. FAYE
MAXINE SHOEMAKE
April 7, 2010
MY DEAREST CURTIS! SON,IT WAS ONE YEAR AGO YESTERDAY THAT ONE OF MY PRECIOUS SONS WAS TAKEN FROM ME. SON, YOU WERE SO PRECIOUS AND I LOVED YOU AND STILL LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH AND I KNOW YOU LOVED ME IN RETURN.YOU GAVE US SO MUCH JOY AND HAPPINESS AND WE WERE SO PROUD OF YOU! SON, IT SEEMS LIKE IT HAS BEEN SO MUCH LONGER, BUT THEN AGAIN LIKE ONLY YESTERDAY. I MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH, SON!! THE SAINTS WON THE SUPER BOWL, WE CELEBRATED EASTER SUNDAY, BUT SON YOU MISSED OUT ON BOTH. SON, FAMILY GATHERINGS ARE NOT THE SAME, YOU BROUGHT SO MUCH LIFE TO EVERY CELEBRATION WE HAD. SON, I JUST HOPE AND PRAY THAT YOU CAN LOOK DOWN AND SEE HOW MUCH WE LOVE AND MISS YOU. I WISH YOU COULD SEE YOUR ROOM. YOU WOULD BE SO PROUD! SON, I HOPE YOU ARE RESTING IN THE ARMS OF JESUS. I KNOW YOU WERE SO TIRED, SON. PLEASE FORGIVE ME FOR NOT BEING THERE WHEN YOU NEEDED ME THE MOST. I LOVE YOU, SON. YOU ARE MISSED SO VERY MUCH!! I KNOW YOU ARE ENJOYING BEING WITH UNCLE PRESTON. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU, MY PRECIOUS SON! MAMA
April 7, 2010
Hey Darling I can't believe a year has passed.I miss you and I love you.I try my best to talk to your mom everyday because I know this past year has been very difficult for her.I LOVE YOU AND I WISH YOU WERE HERE TO HELP ME CELEBRATE THE SAINTS BEING SUPERBOWL CHAMPS.
Donna Jackson
March 26, 2010
Thinking about you, Uncle Bud & Mama. I miss ya'll so much. It really hurts not to be able to see ya'll & talk to you.You are missed so much. We love you!!!
Patricia Swindle
March 23, 2010
Curtis you are greatly missed. Your smile and sense of humor cannot be replaced. I was so happy that the Saints won the Super Bowl. I wish you could have been home to celebrate with your family. I love you. Aunt Pat
March 18, 2010
Hey Baby we are Superbowl champs.This year was for you.Love and miss you Aunt Linda
January 27, 2010
Hey man Aunt Linda just wanted to tell you Saints are in the Superbowl.BLACK AND GOLD IN THE SUPERBOWL,We cannot quit celebrating.We miss you and wish you were here with us,GEAUX SAINTS GEAUX
Donna Jackson
January 21, 2010
Curtis, I want you to know that I still miss you very much. It is even harder since Uncle Bud passed away. The Saints will be playing this Sunday; still headed to Superbowl! I just don't think Brett Favre can beat DA BREES!! I love & miss you & Uncle Bud so much!! Our family will never be the same again.
Mama
January 18, 2010
To my precious, dear son, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Son, Christmas has come and gone, but I could not write then. But I want to tell you how much you were missed. Every day that passes I love and miss you more. Christmas was especially hard for me and your daddy. It was just not the same. Everyone tried to have a good time, but the void was still there. I didn't see Amber and BJ; they were in CA. But I did send them something. The New Year has started, and the loneliness is still here for us. But,son, I know you are happy now. Uncle Preston passed away on Jan. 5, and I know you and him are having a good time. You can talk about the Saints who are on their way to the Superbowl. Son, you and Uncle Bud look after each other. I know you are not alone now. It is especially hard with both of you gone. I love you, my precious one, and I miss you so much.
January 2, 2010
Happy New Year to you. Saints are 13-2 Geaux Saints.We play Carolina this weekend and then we roll right into the playoffs as I said this year is for you.We love you and miss you.Love you Aunt Linda
December 17, 2009
HEY BABY 13-0 THIS IS ALL FOR YOU SAINTS PERFECT SEASON SO FOR.LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU AUNT LINDA,OH YEA WE GOT DALLAS THIS WEEKEND IN THE SUPERDOME I KNOW YOU WILL BE WITH US IN SPIRIT.I JUST WISH YOU WERE HERE WITH US.ROBERT AND JR.ARE THINKING OF YOU EVERY GAME,BUT LIKE I SAY THIS ONE IS FOR YOU
December 3, 2009
Hey Baby just had to let you know Saints are 11-0 this year is for you.Love and miss you Aunt Linda
Donna Jackson
November 26, 2009
Curtis, as I sit here & think about the day we had I can't help but cry. I am writing this with tears rolling down my face because you were not here to share Thanksgiving with us today. We all went to Cindy's house because we just couldn't bear to have dinner at your Dad & Mom's. It was so hard for them today & for Cindy, Jr. & Robert. I know Lisa is having a rough time,too. No one made pecan pies because that was just something your mom & Cindy couldn't face right now. All we could think about was you walking around with an entire pecan pie & a fork in your hand. We love you, Curtis & we miss you so much. We don't understand why you were taken from us so soon but God knows and understands & I know he is going to continue to help us through our grief. Aunt Donna Faye
Mama
November 25, 2009
Son, it is Thanksgiving, and I hope and pray it's a happy day for you where you are. It won't be the same for us because we won't have your smiling face and be able to hear your voice and your laughter. You were such a joy to us when you came home for the holidays. We are doing things a little different this year. We are having a lot of family here, but there is still going to be an empty spot that can never be filled again. Son, we love and miss you more than words could ever say. If we could only have you back, there is so much that I want to say to you and so many things I would do different. I only hope you can know what is in my heart. There is an emptiness in me that was your space alone. We went to the cemetery and took you some flowers, Son, and all of our love. So, Happy Thanksgiving, my precious son. You deserve to be happy. I love and miss you more than anyone could ever know. I love you.
November 24, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving Nephew we love you and miss you Oh yea Saints are 10-0 Go Saints
Pat Swindle
November 23, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving Curtis. You will be greatly missed. Your Mom is really having a hard time. On a good note. Saints are 10-0. Geaux Saints. Love you so much, Aunt Pat
November 10, 2009
Hey nephew 8-0 we are on a roll, Go Saints Love you Aunt Linda
Donna Jackson
November 10, 2009
Curtis, the Saints are 8-0! Awesome, huh? We cheer them on through our tears because we know how much you loved your Saints.I know you are cheering them on with us. We love you & we miss you so much! Tomorrow is Veteran's Day & we remember you with love & pride, OUR HERO, who proudly served our country! Aunt Donna Faye
Mama
November 10, 2009
To my precious Hero,
Today is Veteran's Day, Son. A time to remember those who have fought for their country. Some are gone, some are still fighting. And, Son, I do remember with great pride that you gave 22 years of your life to serve your country and make it safe and better for us. But I remember you every day, not just because it's a day to remember. Son, I am so proud of you and all that you accomplished and achieved. No mother could ever be as proud of their son as I am of you. Curtis, I love you and miss you more every day. Things just aren't the same. I miss hearing your voice. I miss you calling me on the phone. I miss so much, Son. I only hope you know how much you are loved and missed. Son, you've worked so hard all your life, and I hope and pray that you are resting in the arms of Jesus. You were a wonderful husband, father, and one of the most precious sons a mother could have. You deserve to rest. I love you so much, and I am so very proud of you. I love you, Son.
Emily
November 10, 2009
To Uncle Curtis, our hero. We love you, and we miss you very much. We are very proud of you. Thank you for serving our country. I love you.
October 6, 2009
It looks like the Saints are doing it for you this year, Curtis!! I can't believe it has been six months since you've been gone. As your mom said we were always so excited when you came home & we always had great times when you did come home. I miss you so much! I love you! Aunt D.Faye
October 6, 2009
Curtis,it is so vrry hard yo believe son, but it has been six long months since you have beem gone,although we cant see you son,please khow that you still live on in our hearts. You will always be here with us son.I love you so much son and I miss you more than anyone will ever know.Curtis you were such a huge part of me.You always showed me how much you loved and cared for me.I still hear Goodnight Mama I love you over and over again.Son how I wish you were still here telling me and Curtis Ihave such Beautiful memories of you.They will last me a lifetime.Son this has beem the longest six months ever.When you were in Alaska ,Korea or even Saudi I could always look for you to be back I cannot do that now son besause I know you wcnt ever be back,It will never be the same son.We were always so exicted when we knew you were coming home,we were so happy we will never be able to have those times again but Curtis please know that I have you in my heart all the time I will never let you go.So rest my darling son and know that I love you so very much,Goodnight my precious son Love you Mama Oh yea Saints are 4-0
October 5, 2009
hey its Aunt Linda Saints are 4-0 Love you and miss you as the weeks go by.Wish you were here to celebrate with us but I know you are celebrating where you are at.I just cant keep my mind off you when we are watching these games.Love you and miss you Aunt Linda
September 28, 2009
Het darling Saints are 3-0 thinking of you every day Love You Aunt Linda
September 22, 2009
Hey nephew Saints are 2-0 thinking of you every step of the way Love you Aunt Linda
August 20, 2009
Hey Baby I watched the first preseason game and I thought about you the entire time.This ball season will not be the same without knowing you are in Georgia watching also.Love you always Aunt Linda
Belinda
August 5, 2009
My dearest Curtis, I wonder if you can feel how much I miss you. I have to say I still don't understand why this happened and I am sure I never will. I can only hope that you have found everything you needed. It was such a shock to hear of you departue. It has been two months since I learned of your death and every day something reminds me of you and I strugle not to break down in tears. As I sit here writing my goodbye to you I can't help but remember the day we met and how much joy we found with each other...I still thank God for bringing you to me no matter how short of a time. There are many times when I can still hear your voice on the breeze and I feel you next to me. There are so many things I want to say to you and I just dont have the words. For now I guess I just have to settle for I love you.
Pat Swindle
July 31, 2009
Curtis, Happy Birthday. You are so loved and so missed. Maxine, I know that it was extremely hard for you and I cannot begin to know your pain, but I do love you and I am praying for you everyday. Pat
July 30, 2009
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CURTIS I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU MORE EVERYDAY AUNT LINDA
Mama, Daddy, and Lisa
July 27, 2009
Forty-one years ago today, a little 7lb. 12 oz boy with blonde peach fuzz was born.He was such a beautiful baby, and he grew into a handsome little boy who was always such a joy in our lives. That little boy grew up to be a very handsome young man who made us so proud. I remember so many things about Curtis. The little league quarterback who was afraid to play football, but grew up to be an outstanding high school quarterback. The little boy who made his parents so proud grew up to become a wonderful dad. The mischievous young boy who enjoyed life so much that grew up and received the Holy Ghost. The young high school graduate who went straight into the military, where he was loved and respected by all who knew him. Curtis, you are loved so very much and missed almost unbearably. The vacancy you left can never be filled, but we have precious memories to cherish forever. Son, it was so hard today, but I have all those memories that kept me going. I have so many questions with no answers, but one day I will have them. So, Happy Birthday, my precious son. I hope you are up there celebrating your birthday with MawMaw Velma, Justin, Duane, and Clayton. Both of our Duanes are gone, and both were so precious. So, son, rest in peace, and always know you are loved and missed more than anything. Happy Birthday, my precious son. We love you so very much.
Donna & Joel Jackson
July 27, 2009
Maxine, I know this has been a terrible day for you as it would have been Curtis' 41st birthday. Please try to remember the good times & the love you shared with Curtis. I can't begin to comprehend what you are going through but please know that we love you & continue to pray for you. Curtis, we love you & we miss you so very much!
July 15, 2009
Curtis, we will always love and miss you. The things I remember most about you as a little cotton top boy running full blast with your nose running. As you got older, you were our pride with your ability to throw a football. These memories will never fade. You were so handsome and all the girls were crazy about you. Through all the years you were in the military we were always here. Your family will never let you down. Blood is thicker than water, and this will never change. Memories are so dear when you lose someone so near to your heart. The last thing you said to us before you went to Georgia, was to pray for you. We did, and I know that with your kind heart and willingness to forgive that you are all right. We will see you again. You were raised to believe, in a merciful God, and we know you are at peace. So take our love with you because memories never fade, memories are not to be taken away, and the silence of the night, when times are real hard Aunt Becky will remember about the two little blonde boys, and a red head is just on the other shore waiting for us in eterinty.
Love, Aunt Becky, Uncle Dalton, Jeff, and family.
July 14, 2009
We are missing you more and more as the days go by just remember you were loved and appreciated for the time you spent being loyal to this USA which was until your last day on this earth.We love you and miss you.We are taking time to make sure mom is okay. Love you aunt Linda
Pat Swindle
July 6, 2009
Maxine, I just wanted to say how much we appreciate Curtis for serving to keep us safe. As we celebrate Independence Day, I thought of Curtis. I know it was so hard for you. I am praying for you. I love you, Pat
Donna Jackson
July 4, 2009
It's Independence Day, Curtis, and as we celebrate our freedom we honor you for your service to our country. You proudly served until the day we lost you. I am proud to say that you were my beloved nephew.I miss you more every day. I love you! Aunt Donna Faye
June 9, 2009
Curtis, it has been two months since we lost you & it doesn't get any easier. We loved you so much & we have always been so proud of you. I will always try to be there for your mom & the rest of the family.Just know that we will always love you & miss you. Aunt Donna Faye
Maxine Shoemake
June 8, 2009
My precious Curtis,
It has been two months since that dreadful day that came and said you were gone. Son it has been the longest two months of my life. Not an hour goes by that I am not thinking about you. Son, I loved you so much. I dont understand why this happened. I only pray that you are getting a rest that you needed so bad. Curtis it hurts so much that I will never hear your voice or feel your hugs. I just hope and pray that you know how much I love you and how proud I am of you. I know you loved me so much in return. and it is that love that keeps me going. Son, your daddy is really hurting. He loves you so much. I t is hard for him to understand. We are so thankful for the time God gave us with you. But I wish we had a hundred more years, so I could hold you close and never let you go. Until we meet again, Good night my precious Son, I love you.
Mama
Pat Swindle
May 28, 2009
Maxine, just wanted to let you know that I was praying for you on Memorial Day. This day will always have a special meaning to you, because Curtis gave his life to protecting us. We are so proud of him and I know that no one would ever be able to take his place. I love you, Pat
May 27, 2009
Maxine I am thinking of you on this memorial day.I love you and I know that you are in pain from losing Curtis.Please remember God is your rock,turn to him and he will answers your prayers .I pray for your family daily that GOD be with you all through these trying times,LOVE YOU,YOUR SISTER LINDA
Maxine Shoemake
May 25, 2009
Son,it is Memorial Day,and I wanted to say just how very proud you made us.You accomplished so very much Son and you will nevry know how proud we were of you.On this Memorial Son,I remember with pride and honor you not only for your military work but also for the joy,and happy precious memories that we shared as a family.You gave us so much happiness.I think of you every minute of the day Son and I miss you so bad. I know you needed peace and rest,so rest now son and know that we will never forget all of our good times and that we love you and miss you more than you will ever know.So until we meet again,goodnight my precious son. I love you. Mama
Anonomys
May 23, 2009
Curtis was a fine young man and you can be very proud of all he accomplished. Not only was he a good son, but he was a wonderful father. He will be gratly missed by all who knew him. Our prayers are with your family.
Judith F
May 23, 2009
So sorry to hear about your loss. We know how greatly you loved Curtis and we know he will be greatly missed. May God bless the entire Shoemake family.
kim twiner
May 22, 2009
Curtis you always kept us laughing we will always remember the jokes that you done. miss you. was not just a great cousin but a friend.To the Shoemake family praying for you all that GOD will give you the peace that you need.trust,lean on him JESUS is the only one who understands.love always.
Julie Fey
May 19, 2009
My dear beautiful quirky always loyal friend Curtis - know that your friends up here in Alaska are thinking of you, and how much you are missed. My heart goes out to your family but especially your daughter Amber, we know how you lived for that little girl. God Bless
Necie Blackwell
May 12, 2009
Aunt Maxine and Family,
When we lose someone we love, it seems that time stands still. What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why Curtis left this earth so soon, or why he left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that Curtis died, but that he lived. And that Curtis' life gave us memories too beautiful to forget. Although it's diffucult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. We love you, I pray that God gives you a peace that passes all understanding.
Danielle Dixon
May 10, 2009
I wish I had gotten to know you as well as everyone else did but I know you were a great guy from what everyone else says about you. You will be missed.
Nikolas Dixon
May 10, 2009
I love you, Uncle Curtis & I miss you very much. Uncle Curtis, I wish you could watch my baseball games.I wish you could play tennis with me.
Lynn Rohrbacker
May 10, 2009
To Curtis,
I'll always remember you as being charming, handsome, and outgoing. Your smile was enough to brighten a room! It's very unfortunate that you were taken from your family and friends so soon. Everyone loved you Curtis, and I know you will be greatly missed. I pray that God will surround Aunt Maxine, Uncle Douglas, Lisa, Junior, Cindy, and Robert with a peace that only he can provide. They miss you so much, as we all do! I love you and I never got a chance to tell you how proud I was to be part of your family.
With love, Lynn
Michele Penton
May 9, 2009
To Curtis...I could really say a lot about how much you meant to me especially the year we moved to Picayune. I could write a tear jerker, but I remember you with a smile and a chuckle and your mom saying "Curtis Duane" when you would aggravate her! One of my fondest memories happened the 5 months we actually went to school together. I had finally convinced my dad that it was ok to ride home with you-you were a safe driver. Then...you were driving too fast and jumped the railroad tracks that was close to the neighborhoods we were living in at that time. Daddy never said anything, but that was the last time that I rode home from school with you. But hey, in just a few weeks, he bought me a car. Wonder if you driving skills had anything to do with that? You were a wonderful cousin; I regret that the years that went by that we kept in touch only through other family members, but I am so thankful for those 5 months that we were in school together. We had a great time!
Emily Gravley
May 7, 2009
Uncle Curtis was one of the best uncles in the world! He meant alot to me. He was so much fun to play with! I love you, Uncle Curtis, and I miss you.
DJ Pearson
May 7, 2009
Curtis was a true hero to this country, a hero to me as well. Curtis was the type of man that I want my son to grow up to be, honorable, trustworthy, and always a delight to be around. Curtis will be missed greatly, but I know he is making everyone in heaven smile right now. To the Shoemake family, I can't possibly imagine what it feels like to lose a son or a brother, but I am thinking of ya'll everyday.
Jonathan Gravley
May 7, 2009
Uncle Curtis was an awesome uncle. He was fun, and he always made me laugh. He was never too busy to play with his nephews and nieces. Everyone tells me I look just like him, and I'm so glad! I love you, Uncle Curtis, and I miss you!
Pat Swindle
May 7, 2009
Curtis, you were always special to me. You were born 2 days before my birthday. I remember how upset I was with your mother because I thought that she could have waited two more days. Your mother named you after me, instead of Diane, since you were a boy she named you Curtis Duane. I thought you were the most beautiful baby in the world. You were so attached to me that at one time after I married your Uncle Jim, you saw him kiss me and it made you mad, so you threw a spoon and hit me in the head. I think you were about 2 at the time. As you grew, you became more handsome as the years passed by. You always had the best personality and was a joy to be around. Michele adored you. Do you remember working with your Uncle Jim, the summer before you enlisted in the military? He still talks about how much fun you were to be around. We were so proud of you and the way that you dedicated your life to keeping our country safe. When you were in Desert Storm my Sunday School class had a bulletin board honoring you and we prayed for you every day. We also shared a love for the New Orleans Saints, even when they did reallly bad. I went with your Mom on many trips to buy Saints memorabilia for you. I know that your Mom, Dad, brothers and sisters will never stop missing you, but we serve a God that loved you and loves your family and only He can give peace that passes all understanding. We love you, Aunt Pat and Uncle Jim
May 5, 2009
Curtis, you were a very special nephew. We loved you very much and will always miss you.
Love, Aunt Patsy and Uncle Preston
Maxine Shoemake
May 5, 2009
Dear Son,
I could never ever tell you how much I miss you.Curtis I love you more than I could ever tell you.I do not have the words to tell you.Son, no mother was ever so proud of a son than I am of you.I would boast and brag about my son being a Sgt. in the Air Force.Curtis our hearts are breaking.There is an emptiness in our family that can never be filled again.No holiday will be the same, without you calling to see if daddy is making gumbo or is Kevin making dressing or is Cindy making pecan pies.Oh son, it will never be the same.Junior will miss the phone calls as will Robert and Lisa during the Saints games.Son I dont know how much we can go on without you.I still have not unloaded the dishwasher from the dishes that you put in there.I probably never will.Son I have so many precious memories that I could never write them all down.You are in my heart every minute of every day.Son, I love you and I am so lonely right now.I sit and hold on to your pictures, I sleep with them.And son I will never go to sleep again without hearing the words, "Good night Mama. I love you." or the hug you gave me every time you said them.So, good night my son, I love you so much and I will hug your picture until we meet again. I love you. Mama
May 5, 2009
Maxine and Douglas so sorry about the loss of Curtis, he was always the life of the family,when he was around. Maxine, you may not know this but your kids have always been special to me.I will be here for you,Maxine when you need me.I love you Curtis and you are sadly missed.Love You aunt Ellen Founain
May 5, 2009
U COULD BRIGHTEN UP A ROOM ANYONE ONE WHO KNEW U LOVED U AND FOR THOSE WHO DIDN'T KNOW U WELL THAT WAS THERE LOSS. I WILL MISS U, BUT I KNOW U ARE IN A BETTER PLACE WEARING BLACK AND GOLD AND MAKING EVERYONE SMILE. YOUR COUSIN AND FELLOW SAINTS FAN JAMES SNIDER
May 5, 2009
Hey cousin you will be missed by the entire family.You really made Aunt Maxine proud.We love you and will miss you.Love you James Snider and Aleshia Mills Your first cousins.
May 5, 2009
From aunt Linda I will miss you. You were the biggest Saints fan that I knew. Saints fans all over that knew you will miss you as well.I love you and will miss you and your phone calls during football season.Love aunt Linda
Bobby Rodgers
May 4, 2009
God bless you Shoe, my thoughts and prayers are with your family. You will be missed.
Amanda Shoemake
May 1, 2009
Uncle Curtis was and will always be one of my greatest heros. There are only good things to say about him. He was one of the funniest guys I know. Being around him always brought a smile to my face. There was never a dull moment around him. I'm thankful for all the good memories I have of him. I miss & love you Uncle Curtis!
Amber Shoemake
April 29, 2009
It warms my heart to see so many people who love my father. He was a kind guy and the coolest dad ever! I want to be just like him.. He was the funniest guy and one of my best friends. I Love You Daddy..
Steve Vasko
April 21, 2009
I am deeply saddened to hear that Shoe passed away. I've known Shoe since 2005 and he has been great friend and co-worker. The Air Force and Shoemake family have lost a great father and Airman. I will never forget the friendship he gave me while we were stationed together. My prayers are with the Shoemake family. God Bless you Shoe.
Elena Jenny-Woodard
April 21, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends. I knew Curtis back in High School. He was a really great guy then and by reading the other entries, he was loved by many and will surely be missed.
Kevin Reese
April 20, 2009
I am saddened by the loss of a friend. I worked with Shoe for many years in A/R. I remember Shoe as a new SSgt the first time he worked at Eglin. He always made me laugh with his 80's rock trivia. We worked together again when he came back to Eglin for many years then followed each other to Korea. Thanks for putting a roof over myself and Chris' head when we would come and visit you in Osan. You were a true mentor and a good friend. Shoe, you will be missed. My heart goes out to the Shoemake family.
Michele Dixon
April 19, 2009
Uncle Douglas and Aunt Maxine and Family,You can imagine how much Curtis death has affected me. He was my hero as a kid and still is. I remember when we all lived in Salem, I got hit with a coke bottle in the nose; Curtis was the one who carried me home across the field to my mom, who then had to take me to the hospital.I have always looked up to curtis and loved him like he was my own brother.My heart and prayers go out to allof you . Curtis was a great person and cousin "my hero" please know he will be greatly missed.I love you all and will be praying for you.
Carolyn Jordan
April 18, 2009
Aunt Maxine, Now is the time you lean on what you know about Jesus and his Word, not the million things you have questions about. Remember all the special times you had together, no one can take the precious memories from you. He will always be in your heart and in the hearts of all that knew him. I know the pain is unbearable, but Jesus gives peace that passes all understanding. Love you all very much!! Praying Jesus will carry you through this time like he did and still is, in my loss of William.
Christie McIvor
April 17, 2009
My prayers and thoughts go to the family. I only had the pleasure to be around Shoemake a few times, but I know that Mac always held him in high regard and respected him to the fullest. You will be missed. My heart goes to the family.
Donna Jackson
April 17, 2009
I have so many wonderful memories of Curtis! He was the greatest nephew & we had many awesome times together. I can honestly say that I don't remember ever seeing him angry with anyone, he was always laughing & joking around. I will miss him so much & I regret that he never got to meet his new uncle. I'm so thankful that Curtis always knew how much he was loved & we were always assured of his love in return. We will miss you, Curtis! Aunt Donna Faye & Uncle Joel
Aram Normandin
April 16, 2009
I have lost a friend and my mentor, I worked for curtis for 5 years at Eglin, but not just worked for we were friends. I will miss talking to him and knowing he was always there for me even after I retired from the military. Goodbye Old friend you will be missed....
SSgt Joseph Schmitz & Family
April 16, 2009
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Mike's been thinking about Shoe a lot lately, and just learned of this today. May God be with you. Rest in peace Shoe.
Sandy Peters
April 16, 2009
I didn't know Curtis that well, but I know his family and know that he was a good guy! What a sad loss for his friends and family! My heart and prayers go out to the Shoemake family!
Rev. Wayne Wilson
April 16, 2009
So glad we could be a part of honoring Curtis' life. The military's involvement at the graveside was so beautiful. That group of men and women were the most impressive that I have seen. Our prayers will continue to be with each of you.
April 16, 2009
Shoemake Family,
I am so sorry for your huge loss. I know each one of you have a heart full of memories of such an awesome guy as Curtis. I pray that Jesus will give you comfort and strength. Each one of you are in my prayers today and always. Love ya, Judy Dillard
Preston Frazier
April 15, 2009
Curtis, I regret us losing touch after we came in the AF. I was just thinking about you the day before I got the call from dad. I will miss you and remember all the good times we had growing up.
Jeff Paice
April 15, 2009
Farewell my friend! I had the great pleasure of working with Shoe and sharing many great memories in the 33rd A/R shop and two deployments to Saudi Arabia, One being Operation Desert Storm. Shoe was one of the best friends I have ever had. We helped each other through many tough times and shared alot of laughs in the process. I will never forget you. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Gerhard 'Peepster' Pieper
April 14, 2009
I had the privilege of working for Shoe during my stay at Eglin. You will be truely missed my friend! I know you are singing a song somewhere, make 'em smile Shoe.
Dominic Calvaresi
April 14, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Shoe while assigned to A/R at Eglin. He was the only guy I knew that would drink coffee even when it was 100 degrees outside. Shoe...thanks for being you! I will never forget you. You and your family will be in my prayers. I love you bro...
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