Michael Robert Shomaker

1958 - 2015

Michael Robert Shomaker obituary, 1958-2015, Seattle, WA

BORN

1958

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Forest Lawn Funeral Home

6701 30th Ave SW

Seattle, Washington

Michael Shomaker Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 31, 2015.

Michael Robert Shomaker



January 25, 1958 ~ March 28, 2015



Beloved husband of Michelle, son of Bob and Myrna



Shomaker, father of Kyle, Cody and Sophie Shomaker, brother of Beth Torgeson (Ron) and David Shomaker (Kathy), passed away after a valiant battle with myelofibrosis (blood cancer). Eagle Scout, Sea Scout, Control Systems Engineer, smart, funny, very caring, talented up the kazoo. There was nothing he couldn't fix or make better.



Services Saturday 4/4 at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, West Seattle. Viewing 12:00 PM, Chapel Service 1:00 PM, graveside following.

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April 5, 2015

Evelyn Wientjes

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

April 5, 2015

Sue Shomaker

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

April 4, 2015

Vic Smith

Michael was a great friend to have. Always willing to lend a hand. Incredibly funny. We worked together I learned allot from him. He helped me learn the trade that I love so much. He was always helpful. I will hold many memories dear. When I get to Heaven he will on the list of people to get a hold of.
God Bless the Shoemaker's .

April 2, 2015

Deborah JOHNSON

Michael and Michelle, as I call them Team M & M, truly showed the meaning of what it means to love someone through sickness and in health. Michelle, You continue to be in our prayers. The entire family from Michael's parents Bob & Myrna, who were also sweet champions during this, at the hospital, and sister Beth and brother David. You SHOMAKERs know how to be there for one another. I've never met Kyle or Cody or Sophie, but when Mike was able to write, He'd mentioned how You boosted him in so many ways. Family was his heart, especially this year. Kyle I will always remember the post on FBk when your Dad and You were walking laps in the hospital, and how just you being there lifted him in ways that made a true difference. God's Blessings and Comfort and the sincerity of friends and family surround You each and all, as You remember all the ways that made Mike significant in your life, and made your heart smile knowing him. Each of You has a special part in carrying on something that He taught You, and of course his undeniable wit and humor and courage, and being there for one another.
Love in Christ~
Peter & Deborah
WSHS 76 Classmates

April 2, 2015

Sue (Snowberg) Copeland

So sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers go out to the family and his friends. I have a lot of memories of the school years. He will always be with you and watching over his family.

April 1, 2015

Jim Biava

I am sorry for your loss, Michelle and Cody. Michael was a good and kind man who will be missed. You were lucky to have the years together that you did. Cherish the memories and the good times you had.

April 1, 2015

Timera Coates

Thinking of all the memories I have...He is in the arms of our Lord. No more pain. The world has lost another good Man!

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4

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12:00 p.m.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home

6701 30th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126

Apr

4

Service

1:00 p.m.

Forest Lawn Funeral Home

6701 30th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126

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4

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6701 30th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126

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