Dorothy L. Shoemaker Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Dorothy L. Shoemaker of Paris, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Dorothy left this world on November 20, 2025 at the age of 99, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Dorothy departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Dorothy. Though Dorothy may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Vernon Bolton and Elizabeth "Betty" Bolton (Hale); and her husband Elwood J. Gardner. She is survived by: her daughter Kathy Knight of Paris; her great grandchildren, Devin Miller (Nikki) of Grandview and Landon Miller (Vashti) of Paris; and her great great grandchildren, Jett, William and Brynn Miller.
For those who wish, the family suggests that memorials be made to Grace Fellowship Church of Paris.
