Dorothy Elaine Shookman Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Dorothy Elaine Shookman of Decatur, Illinois, whose life came to an end on December 10, 2025 at the age of 97, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Dorothy Elaine Shookman to show support.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Dorothy may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Archie Lester Wood and Sylvia Grace Nees; her husband Robert Lewis Shookman; and her son Brian Keith Shookman. She is survived by: her sons, Dennis Robert Shookman (Kathy Capizzi-Shookman) of Washington, IL and Lewis Alan Shookman of Decatur, IL.; and her sister Nina Viehman of Buffalo Grove, IL.. She is also survived by five grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, five step great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home (2091 N Oakland Ave, Decatur, IL 62526). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the same location.
