James Woodrow Shoemaker Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Woodrow Shoemaker of Brooklyn, Michigan, born in Detroit, Michigan, who passed away on May 1, 2026 at the age of 86. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As James Woodrow departs from our midst, his 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 James Woodrow. Though James Woodrow may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his mother Caroline Shoemaker (Kallynchuk); and his sister Florence Campbell. He is survived by: his father Woodrow Shoemaker; his wife Mary of John's Baptist Church; his children, Brenda Shoemaker and Jim L. Shoemaker (Stephanie); and his nephew Pete Bergeron.
