James L. Shoemaker

February 4, 2017

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James L. Shoemaker 73, of Frankfort died at 5:21 p.m. February 4, 2017 at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.  Born January 12, 1944 in Frankfort, Ind., to Harry & Elizabeth (Waltrip) Shoemaker. He married Margaret Jacobs on May 22, 1970 in Frankfort and she survives. Jim was a 1962 graduate of Frankfort High School and was a lifelong Frankfort resident.  He was former co-owner & operator of Frankfort Automotive (NAPA) and retired from Mike Raisor Chevrolet in Frankfort.  Jim was an avid golfer.

Visitation and Services

Visitation will be Tuesday, February 7, 2017 from 5-8 p.m. at Goodwin Funeral Home. Services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 8th at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bunnell Cemetery.

Survived by:

Wife: Margy Shoemaker of Frankfort, Son: Andrew (Lori) Shoemaker of Speedway, Daughter: Jamie Shoemaker of Frankfort, 2 Grandchildren Averi & Drew Shoemaker.

Preceded by:

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Harry & Bob Shoemaker and a sister Jane Ann Miller.

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9 Condolences for “James L. Shoemaker”

  1. Shandel Wallsmith February 6, 2017 at 6:05 pm

    So sorry for your loss, your in my thoughts and paryers.

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  2. Dick Rayles February 6, 2017 at 6:07 pm

    Sorry about Jim passing away. He was a friend and fellow golfer. Lots of good memories with Jim.

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  3. David and Patty Brumbarger February 6, 2017 at 7:55 pm

    Sorry for your loss Margy, and family please except our condolences. We will be think of you as you go down the trail ahead of you. You will be in our thoughts an prayers my friend.

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  4. Mikie Collins February 7, 2017 at 1:31 am

    Lori. My thoughts and prayers are with you. The next few days and weeks will be an adjustment. I’m here and ready to helping in any way I can.

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  5. Butch & Eileen Huffer February 7, 2017 at 6:42 am

    So sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you.

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  6. Brian & Teresa Leach February 7, 2017 at 11:01 am

    Thinking of you and the family during this difficult time. May God wrap his arms around you and help you get through the days and weeks ahead.

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  7. Priscilla Brittain Worth February 8, 2017 at 6:24 am

    My mother and I are so so sorry for you loss. Many hugs and prayers go to you Margaret and your family. If you need anything let us know.

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  8. Joyce A. Boyer February 8, 2017 at 11:37 pm

    James was a classmate of mine was sorry to hear of his passing. May God bring you Comfort and Peace. The Boyer Family

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  9. Patricia Yates April 26, 2017 at 1:49 am

    Have been in Florida. Just found out about Jim. Sorry to hear this. God Bless the family. Knew Jim for years. Great guy, loved him.

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