Phillip Wade Shomaker's obituary , Passed away on August 16, 2026 in Banner Elk, North Carolina
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Phillip Wade Shomaker

February 28, 1943 - August 16, 2026 (83 years old)

Banner Elk, North Carolina

Phillip Wade Shomaker's obituary , Passed away on August 16, 2026 in Banner Elk, North Carolina
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Phillip Wade Shomaker

February 28, 1943 - August 16, 2026 (83 years old)

Banner Elk, North Carolina

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Phillip Wade Shomaker Obituary

The passing of Phillip Wade Shomaker of Banner Elk, North Carolina occurred on August 16, 2026. Phillip, born on February 28, 1943, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Homer Edward and Alma Caroline Smith Shomaker. He is survived by: his wife Cheryl Williams Shomaker; his children, Monica Shomaker Hicks (Michael) of Banner Elk, Heather Shomaker Buchanan (John) of St. Augustine, Florida and Bruce (Kelley Gruelle Shomaker) of Banner Elk; his grandchildren, Sydney Hicks Simonini (Edward) of Oro Valley, Arizona, Tatum Hicks of Johnson City, TN, John Raleigh Buchanan of St. Augustine, Olivia Shomaker Shivar (Stephen) of Houston, Chelsea Shomaker Byington (Kevin) of Deltaville, Virginia and Grace Shomaker Greene (Ben) of Mocksville, NC; and his great grandchildren, Maddie Shivar, Colton Shivar, Lilly Welch, Waylon McGuire, Henry Greene, Isaac Greene and Laramie Greene.

Memorial donations in Phil's honor may be made to RAM, P.O. Box 234 Newland, North Carolina 28657, http://www.ramsrack.com.

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“I am so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. He was a very dear person, and he and Cheryl raised a wonderful family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Laura W. Pratt, MD Kalispell, MT”

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“Sending love and prayers for Phillip and his family. He will be remembered for his zest for life and his devotion to family and friends. -- Carol Ann Lowe Timblin, Charlotte, NC”

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Newland Presbyterian Church
199 Elk St, Newland, NC 28657

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199 Elk St, Newland, NC 28657

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