"Ona and family. Thinking of all of you, at this difficult time My prayers to all of you for healing and piece. Love you all Chery Roberson"
In loving memory of
Fred Lee Shoemake
May 8, 1945 - June 22, 2020
Fred Lee Shoemake of Buda, Texas went to be with our Heavenly Father on June 22, 2020, at the age of 75.
Fred was born in Weatherford, Texas, on May 8, 1945, the third surviving child of Jessie Mitchell Shoemake and Oleta Carnley King. He married Ona Faye Kensing on August 20, 1964. They were blessed with one son, Shaun Paul, and one daughter, Charlotte Renee.
Although Mr. Shoemake lived most of his life in various Texas towns, he grew up in Fairbanks, Alaska, where he attended Lathrop High School. He was a journeyman sheet metal mechanic with Sheet Metal Workers Local Union No. 67 until his retirement. He spent several years working on the Alaska pipeline and at other various sites in Alaska, in Angola, Africa, and in Carolina, Puerto Rico. After supporting his son in a new business venture in Buda, Texas, he retired in January 2011. Fred spent his leisure time playing golf with the Cajun Tour at Plum Creek Golf Course in Kyle, Texas, where he was a member. He also enjoyed watching college football, traveling, and being with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Ona Shoemake of Buda, Texas, his two children, Shaun Shoemake and wife Becky, of Buda, Texas, Charlotte Shoemake Smith of Spotsylvania, Virginia, his five grandchildren, Jeremy Frum and wife Kristina, of Spotsylvania, Virginia, Mitchell Shoemake and wife Tiffani, of Aviano Air Base, Italy, Joshua Frum and wife, Jayme, of Covington, Washington, Marshall Shoemake of Buda, Texas, Mariell Shoemake of Buda, Texas, and six great grandchildren. He is also survived by four sisters, Wynnel Wright and husband Eldon of Independence, Kansas, Barbara Petit of Marble Falls, Texas, Sharon Kinamon of Florida, and Becky Dunn and husband Art of Ruidoso, New Mexico, and one brother, James Paul King of Carrizozo, New Mexico, two aunts, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jessie Mitchell Shoemake, his mother, Oleta Carnley King, an older brother, Mitchell Dwayne Shoemake, two sister, Lilly Mae Shoemake, and Linda Darlene Shoemake, and one son-in-law, Lane Smith.
Some religions and cultures believe the departed are gone to God, are now safe, and are relieved of the suffering of this mortal world to enjoy the presence of God. He is once again God's child.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am at City Cemetery Chapel, 1001 Ranch Road 12, San Marcos, Texas on Tuesday, June 30th, 2020. During this difficult time of abundant caution due to the Corona Virus, masks and Social distancing are required. If you are unable to attend the service, you may show your support by joining the "Hugs from Home" program located on Fred's memorial webpage where your message will be given to the family to remind them of your love and support for them.
Special thanks from the family go to J. Landon Smith and his wonderful staff at Texas Oncology of Kyle, Texas, and Halcyon Home Hospice, especially, Norma, Danny, and Ann Marie.
We at Harrell Funeral Home encourage you to reach out and show your support to the family during this difficult time. Additional ways you can show you care; send flowers directly to the family, view the tribute video from the family, or share a memory in the tribute section.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or a charity of your choice.
Cremation assistance provided by Harrell Funeral Home 1715 Kirby, Kyle, Texas 78640 ph: (512) 268-8200.
Tributes
"Fred has been our neighbor for years & the best around. Full of his own little sayings yet likable in many ways. Gonna miss that waving hand from across the way. Our thoughts & prayers are with Ona & the family. "
"There is and always will be only one Fred. He always made family gatherings just that much better by his presence. He will be missed greatly. I can?t wait to see him again one day?"
"I have such great memories of time with Fred and the family at family reunions and gatherings. He was always full of fun and really enjoyed life. My thoughts and prayers are with Ona and the family. Love you guys!"
"You will be missed Uncle Fred!!! I\'ll miss your stories, your since of humor and your smile!!!! Oh the memories! You are forever in my thoughts!! "
"We?re gonna miss you Fred. Always the joker but what a great guy. Rest In Peace and God bless you and your family. Rest In Peace,friend. "
"Fred was my FRIEND from the first day I met him !! I didn\'t care what he called me !! Trust me , he called me a lot of XXXX names !! HA ! Deep down he was a GENTLE GIANT !! My prayers go out to the family . Fred i\'m going to miss you !! Save me a spot BUDDY !! Your friend Patrick Snodgrass"
"Terry & Diane Robinson I am proud to have met Fred and called him my friend. He had a big heart and bigger personality. Always made the Cajun gatherings and livened the party. Diane and I loved him for being outspoken and funny. Prayers and peace be with his family and friends at this time. "
"Fred was one of a kind...Gruff exterior but, a very gentle and caring soul. I am grateful I got to know him and happy that I got to call him friend. I always looked forward to seeing him during the many golf outings with the Cajun tour and social outings that we were part of. He will be missed by family and friends. May he rest in peace. Art and Delores Livermore "
"Fred had a bright mind and a quick wit. It was fascinating to hear him talk about the places he had been and worked. We will miss him a great deal. Jim and Becky Doolin"
"Proud to say that Fred was a friend and fellow golfer on the Cajun Tour. Can remember meeting at the Buda Grocery for cheese burgers and cold ones. Fred could always be counted on to give a straight shooting opinion on everything and anything which in this day and age is a positive. We will all miss you our prayers go out to Fred, Ona and family as he enters the Kingdom of Heaven "