James Lowry Shoemaker Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Lowry Shoemaker (Knoxville, Tennessee), who passed away on June 14, 2025 at the age of 85. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Lowry Shoemaker to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may James Lowry find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lowry James and Minnie Richards Shoemaker; and his sister Rubye Frances Shoemaker. He is survived by: his children, Jamie Shoemaker (Morgan Fleming) and Allison Shoemaker Hicks (Matthew Simpson).

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