Viola Ann Shoemaker

On Monday, April 11, 2022, Viola Ann Shoemaker, age 93, went home to be with her Lord and Savior while surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Russell Shoemaker; parents Theodore and Ethel Homrich; and sisters Crystal Terrell-Poll, Lorraine Lindsay-Kaverman-Brenner, Catherine “Bernie” Anderson-Church, Marcella “Sally” Ocobock-Sturm. She will be deeply missed by her children Linda Shoemaker-Johnston, Janice (Gilbert) Goodwin, Dean (Tammy) Shoemaker, Colleen (Brian) Thomas, Marcia (Dan) Merren; 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; sisters Donna Ketelaar and Leora Roersma; and countless nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Born and raised in Byron Center, Vi had an outgoing and cheerful personality from the start. She could make a friend with anyone she met and maintained those friendships throughout her life. After marrying the love of her life, Russell, they relocated to Wayland where she worked as a school bus driver and for the Wayland Post Office. She loved her garden and life on the farm. Vi loved her family unconditionally. She was involved at St. Therese in many capacities, and her faith was very important to her.

Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at Kubiak-Cook Funeral Home (Dorr Chapel), 4330 18th St., Dorr, MI 49323, with a Rosary at 3:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at St. Therese Catholic Church, 128 Cedar St., Wayland, MI 49348, with visitation one hour prior.

In memory of Vi and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Therese Catholic School or Kindred Hospice. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.kubiakcookdorr.com.