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Cory T. Shoemaker, 47

August 18, 2014

Cory T. Shoemaker, 47, of Lancaster, died Monday August 18, 2014, at Lancaster General Hospital following an accident. Born in Elmira, NY, and raised in Albany, GA, he was the son of Arthur C. and Patricia (Corey) Shoemaker.

He graduated from Paul Anderson High School in Vidalia, GA, and served in the US Navy. An excellent craftsman, he was a subcontractor for various local construction companies. Cory was an avid NY Giants and Mets fan. He enjoyed working out, fishing, boating, football and bonfires.

Cory is survived by his parents Arthur and Patricia Shoemaker, his children Amanda Dinniny, Cody Shoemaker and Rhyane Darrow; 2 grandchildren; his sisters Lugene McCartney, Shannon Kresge and Carrie Labiak; and his life companion Terry Albright and best friend Beeper Slaymaker.

A Celebration of Cory’s Life will be held Friday, August 22, 2014, from 4 pm until ?, at his sister Shannon’s home, 1355 Penn Grant Road, Lancaster, PA 17602. Memorial contributions may be made to Gift of Life, 401 N. 3rd St., Philadelphia, PA 19123.

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Condolences to the Family

September 29, 2014

It’s taken me over a month to write this. i have been hit hard with this. Corey was my best friend, my brother, my so called twin. I feel so lost without him. I want to thank everyone who came on Friday to his service.  We appreciate it. 
 
                            Thank you,
 
                      Carrie, Shannan, Jeannie, Mom and Dad

August 29, 2014

Thank you Corey, for the precious gift you gave me 27 years, ago our precious beautiful daughter.  I only wish you had the chance to know what a wonderful young woman she became and to be proud of her… 

August 21, 2014

RIP Corey.  This news broke my heart.  I pray that everyone you are close to and all of your family can get through this tragic ordeal.  You will be missed by so many.  I am so sorry for the loss of such an ambitious, do anything for any one, kind of guy.  I am glad Beeper introduced us and I Got to know what a stand up guy you were.  Much love to all the family.  Peace, blessings and prayers being sent your way.

August 21, 2014

Dear Shannon and Family, On behalf of Ron Riehl Family and Riehl Improvements crew, we send our deepest sympathies.  Cory was a great friend and will be missed by many.  We will lift your family up in prayers during this time. 

August 21, 2014

I’m so very sorry Shannon. Thinking of you and your family.
Donna Neff

August 21, 2014

No!  Not Shoe!  It still doesn’t seem real!  I’m so sorry for the loss of Cory.  Thoughts and prayers are with the family.  Stay strong Shannon & Carie.  He’s still with you, just in spirit. Always will be.  I have a lot of pictures of Cory if you’d like to look through them and decide which ones you want I can make copies of them for you or your Mom or any other family members.  Just let me know.  717.203.6961. 
Rest in Peace Shoe!  Hope you and Karl have a deck of cards up there!

Services
Friday, August 22, 2014
4:00 PM
Shannon Kresge's home
1355 Penn Grant Road
Lancaster, PA 17603
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