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Graham J. SHOEMAKER

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East Lawn Elk Grove

9189 Stockton Boulevard

Elk Grove, California

Graham SHOEMAKER Obituary

SHOEMAKER, Graham J.
USAF Major Ret.
Passed away January 10, 2011. Beloved husband of Dorothy (Conway) Shoemaker, loving father of Mark (Daniela) Shoemaker, Patrick (Joyce) Shoemaker, Tracey (Michael) Frost. Loved stepfather of Brian (Lori) Conway, Terry (Liza) Conway, Joni (Sean) Fielding. Devoted grandfather of 8, loved brother of Margaret Du Bois, Sally Shoemaker and Polly Shoemaker, Susan Tucker and the late George Shoemaker.
A native of Odenton, MD., age 76 years. He served in the Air Force for 20 years during Korea and Vietnam, retiring in 1973. After his military service he worked as a Correctional Officer at Folsom Prison.
Friends are respectfully invited to attend Memorial Services on Saturday, Jan 22, 2011 at 2pm at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 14673 Cantova Way, Rancho Murieta, CA. Private Cremation by East Lawn Elk Grove Mortuary. His cremated remains will be taken to Arlington National Cemetery for final placement at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Union Gospel Mission or a favorite charity of the donor's choice.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Jan. 15 to Jan. 16, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Graham SHOEMAKER

15 Entries

Nina Bicknese

January 11, 2012

Tracey - I know you will be sad this week as you remember your father, one year later. Your friends keep you in their thoughts and prayers.

Walter Cremin

January 21, 2011

I am a fellow cadet classmate of USAF 61F. He was a great man. My heart is saddened.

Walter Cremin

January 21, 2011

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Pat O'Malley Wellford

January 20, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the entire Shoemaker family. My fondest memories of Graham are from my childhood days when we lived just down the street from the Shoemaker family in Odenton, MD. I know he was deeply loved by his sisters and late brother and will be greatly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Giles

January 19, 2011

I was sad to hear of Uncle Graham's passing. I was truly hoping that things were going to get better for him. What sticks out in my memory are the family reunions at Aunt Sally and Polly's house. I always thought, "how quiet he was but yet had those strong shoulders to lean on." I know Mom really leaned on "them" and he was always there whenever he could be. It was always nice to see Uncle Graham and to talk to him. Before my husband passed away, he would always talk about how Uncle Graham was this quiet person and how interesting he was when talking to Patrick. He enjoyed talking to him and hearing of the "old days". I will miss him and please know that you all are in my thoughts.

Your cousin, Nancy

Nina Bicknese

January 18, 2011

Dear Tracey,
I am so sorry to learn of your father's passing. I hope many happy memories of your dad, and memories of a life well lived will bring you comfort at this sad time. I know that a father lives forever, in his daughter's heart. Please accept my condolences.

January 17, 2011

I must say, Shoemaker, as we all knew him at Folsom Prison, was one heck of a guy! He always made us laugh and performed his duties well.
I think I can say for all of us who knew him at Folsom Prison, he will most definitely be missed and it was a pleasure and privilege for us to know him. We are proud to know that he will rest in our Nation's most honored place, Arlington National Cemetery. May he rest in peace.

Keeley A. Stevens
Correctional Sergeant (retired)
Folsom Prison

Sally Shoemaker

January 16, 2011

In our hearts always.

Robert Smith

January 15, 2011

Please accept my sympathy. I was a classmate of Graham's in 61-F and spoke with him on the phone in April 2009 while visiting a relative at Rancho Murieta.

Sandy Broyles

January 15, 2011

Dear Tracey and family,

I salute your father!!!!!
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I loved your dad. :) Such a handsome tall man. :). Memories of my youth with you and your family will always be cherished. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gail Berger

January 15, 2011

Dear Mark, Patrick and Tracey:

What fond memories I have of living across the street from you on Quail Circle. It was 1972. I met all of you for the first time when I was invited over for a piece of Tracey's 5th birthday cake. A month later I gave birth to Mark. Tracey would come over and play with Mark and help keep him company if I was busy. I think Mark thought she was his big sister. Three years later I gave birth to Michael. Your family was like our extended family. Your mother and I solved many problems over a cup of coffee. Your dad was always working in the yard. He had the most beautiful, manicured yard in the neighborhood. I was so jealous! You had a great dad! I remember his laugh, his great sense of humor, his patience and most of all how he just loved spending time with you guys. Mark and Michael loved running across the street to see The Shoemaker's. They were always warmly welcomed and I am sure they will never forget those days hanging out with all of you. I know I will never forget the good times with your family. They are cherished memories close to my heart.

My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this very difficult time.
God Bless,
Gail (Massi) Berger

Michael Larkin

January 15, 2011

Sincerest condolences from a classmate in USAF Pilot Training Class 61-Foxtrot.

Michael J. Larkin
Capt. TWA (ret)

Graham Shoemaker 1961

Billy "Pappy" Rawl

January 15, 2011

Billy "Pappy" Rawl

January 15, 2011

I was a classmate of Graham's in USAF Pilot Class 61-F, and including a photo of him on the occasion of his graduation. My sincere condolences to the family and friends of my comrade in arms.

Gordon & Peg Lok

January 15, 2011

God's blessings Dorothy to you and your family. Graham was a great person, lots of good memories.

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