Shoemaker, Mary Lou, age 86 of Blanchester, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. She was preceded by her husband of 53 years Alfred Shoemaker; parents William and Ruby Barr, and son-in-law Jim Kinzig. She is survived by her daughters; Julie Kinzig, Joni Shoemaker and Cindi Shoemaker; grandsons Joseph (Elizabeth) Kinzig and Jay Kinzig; great-grandchildren Mila Kinzig and Brooks Kinzig, and Barley the cat. Mary Lou had worked as a secretary for Mad River Schools for 26 years. She loved horses, her dog Pepper and living on her farm. Mary Lou was a member of St. Helen Catholic Church. A memorial visitation will be held from 12 pm – 2 pm on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Tobias Funeral Home – Beavercreek Chapel. tobiasfuneralhome.com
