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Talfourd Harris Shomo, Jr. (Harris), of Bridgewater passed from this earthly life to eternal life with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 12, 2017, at UVA Medical Center.
He was the son of the late Talfourd Harris Shomo, Sr. and Mary Porter Shomo.
Harris was married for 56 years to his wife and high school sweetheart, Sandra (Sandy) Shomo, whom survives.
Harris graduated from Harrisonburg High School in 1957 and Randolph Macon College in 1961. He was in the insurance business for over 30 years - first with
Traveler's Insurance Company and then Shomo & Lineweaver Insurance Agency.
He was an avid and talented golfer from early youth until he was curtailed by health issues.
Harris was a faithful member of First Presbyterian Church, Court Square, serving as Deacon. He also served his community in various civic organizations.
He is survived by two sons and their spouses. Randolph Harris Shomo and Tammy, Thomas William Shomo and Kim; three grandsons, William Talfourd Shomo, Daniel Jackson Shomo and John Arlington Shomo; a step-grandson, Joseph Tanner Croy and wife, Tess; one brother, William Porter Shomo and wife, Sandy; one sister, Portie Shomo Weston; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm on Monday, October 16, 2017 at First Presbyterian Church on Court Square in Harrisonburg, followed by a reception at the church.
Burial will be private.
Memorial contributions may be made in Harris' memory to First Presbyterian Church, 17 N. Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA 22801.
Online condolences may be shared at www.lindseyharrisonburg.com.
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November 30, 2017
Dear Sandy, Mitzie just sent me Harris's obituary. I liked the reference to him as an "avid and talented golfer"--so true. We played many rounds together at Spotswood and at the matches with other high schools and state tournaments. Before golf, at a younger age, we would explore the woods for hours over the hill from Ott Street. Through elementary school and high school we were close friends. You became the light of his life, Sandy, which shows that he could exercise good judgment.
Alec Gould, Williamsburg, Virginia
October 22, 2017
Kemper Eagle
Dear Sandy, Rosemarie and I are so saddened to learn of Harris"s passing. We had planned to attend his service, but were waylaid because of Rosemarie being rammed by a hit-and-run driver while stopped waiting in a left hand turn lane earlier in the afternoon.
I will remember Harris (brother John and I always referred to him as Harris, not Harry) while we grew up in the Ott Street hood. and our days in Randolph-Macon, we had some good times! May he find peace in heaven.
Kemper Eagle
October 18, 2017
Robin Fauber
Sandra Lee, So sorry to hear of your loss. We were out of town when the service was held but hold you in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you and the boys.
October 18, 2017
Joe and Sallie Funkhouser
We are so sorry to hear of Harris's passing. We were unable to attend his service due to another scheduled appointment. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Harris was a good friend and terrific individual.
October 17, 2017
Butch Frazee
Dear Sandy
Linda and I are very sorry to hear about Harris's passing. We hope and pray you are able to find peace in knowing that Harris is in a good place, for he was a good man.
Linda and Butch Frazee
October 16, 2017
Kathy Sargent
Dear Sandra, Randy and Tom,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Will miss Harris's carefree spirit at the Gaines reunions.
October 16, 2017
Mary Kile
Dear Sandy, So sorry to hear of Harris' passing. I have fond memories of the fun times in our neighborhood in Eastover. My condolences to you and the family.
October 16, 2017
Faye Bland Obenschain
Tom,
I was so sad to hear of your father's passing. Please accept my condolences.
October 14, 2017
Judy & Roger von Seldeneck
Dear Sandy: Saddened to hear of Harris's passing. Roger leaves on 15th for SC and I work all day on Monday at our Central Absentee Precinct, so we will miss the service at First Pres. All our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Judy and Roger von Seldeneck
October 14, 2017
Richard Deadrick
Sandy and Family,
Please accept my condolences for your loss. Harris and I went through grade school and high school together. I even attended Randolph Macon College for a brief time with him. As you may recall we were neighbors for a number of years. Harris was a good friend both personally as well as business and I will miss him.
October 14, 2017
Joseph Henry
The longer I knew Harris the more I appreciated him.
October 14, 2017
Billy Flippo
Bill and the Shomo family, Harris was an older brother of Bill's we looked up to as a good example to follow, a very nice guy. Sympathies to all, Billy Flippo
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