OLDTOWN – Timothy Leroy Shoemaker, 77, of Oldtown, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2022, at UPMC Western Maryland.
Born September 23, 1944, in Oldtown, he was the son of the late George Shoemaker, Sr. and Mattie (Riggleman) Shoemaker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, George, Leroy, and Donald Shoemaker; and his sister, Velma Benson.
Tim attended Oldtown High School and went on to be employed as a delivery and maintenance worker at Murphy's Furniture Store in Cumberland. His boss, Diane, was more than just his employer – she was a great friend.
Tim was a member of Oliver's Grove United Methodist Church for his entire life. He attended church faithfully until his illness prevented him from doing so.
He also enjoyed hunting and fishing in his free time when he wasn't visiting and eating dinner with his family.
Tim leaves behind his sisters, Mae Cockrum and Jacki Malcolm; brother, Harold Shoemaker and wife, Diane; numerous beloved nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews.
Friends will be received at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 108 Virginia Avenue, Cumberland, on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, from 6 to 8pm. A funeral service will be conducted at the funeral home on Thursday, March 10, 2022, at 11am with Pastor Charlie Riggleman officiating. Interment will be in Oliver's Grove Cemetery.
Condolences may be left at www.ScarpelliFH.com.