Jean Shoemaker

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A photo of Jean Shoemaker

Service:

Visitation will take place at the Blenheim Community Funeral Home
on Monday June 1, 2026 from 12:00 – 2:00 followed by a funeral
service officiated by Rev. Bruce Cook. Interment will take place in
Evergreen Cemetery.

Jean Shoemaker, wife of the late Kenith Shoemaker (2009) passed away on May 29, 2026 at the age of 87 years. She was the loving mother of Kathie Shoemaker, Donna & Jim Unwin, Brad & Laura Shoemaker, Todd  Shoemaker and Tracey Purdy (late Bill) & Len Murray. She is survived by 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.  She was predeceased by her husband Kenith and her granddaughter Jolene Unwin and grandson Jeffrey Unwin.

Jean was one of six children born to the late Ruby & James Stothart and is survived by her brother Bert Stothart (late Nancy).  She was predeceased by Marie Grant (survived by Bob), Eleanore Heil, Isabell McAuley (survived by Dawn) and Frank & Fran Stothart.

Friends will remember Jean working as a waitress for 20 years at the Venus De Milo Restaurant in Blenheim.
Visitation will take place at the Blenheim Community Funeral Home on Monday June 1, 2026 from 12:00 – 2:00 followed by a funeral service officiated by Rev. Bruce Cook. Interment will take place in Evergreen Cemetery.
Donations may be made in Jean’s honor to the Canadian Cancer Society https://cancer.ca/en/  or to the Alzheimers Society https://alzheimer.ca/chathamkent/en

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  • Condolences to Family and Friends....Rest Easy Jean
    Russell Colebrook // June 12, 2026
  • Dear Donna and Jim,
    I was so sorry to read about your mom's passing. Take hold of those wonderful memories and may they help as you travel yet again the road of grief. May they bring you comfort. But always remember that grief is the price we pay for love.

    Sending sincerest condolences,
    Barb Holden
    Barb Holden // June 7, 2026
  • my condolences to the friends and ralitives of jean rip
    denny bozh // June 1, 2026
  • Condolences to Jean's family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Remember the good memories you had with her. God Bless
    Marilena Naclerio // June 1, 2026
  • To Kendra, Jim and your family, I was so sorry to hear of your Gramma Jean's passing. Grammas have a special place in our hearts and you never really stop missing them. I hope you will always think of the happy times with her. Hugs and love, Gramma Jane.
    Jane Knistter // May 31, 2026
  • Sincere condolences 💐
    Bj Spencer // May 31, 2026
  • Tracey and family
    Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. May your memories help you through this difficult time.
    Laurie Hackett // May 30, 2026
  • My deepest thoughts are with Kathy and the rest of the family
    Vicki Howe // May 30, 2026
  • To all of Jean's family..please accept our condolences. Always enjoyed speaking with Jean
    Don and Anne GAMMAGE // May 30, 2026
  • To the Shoemaker family
    We’re so sorry for the loss of losing a mother and grandmother it’s a struggle to see them go but always remember the good times because we all know there was some really good times.
    God bless.
    Jim and Betty Lou Therrien
    Jim Therrien // May 30, 2026
  • Shoemaker Family
    I am so sorry to hear about Jean. I had been thinking of her these past few days as we hadn’t talked in quite awhile. I was missing having a visit with her, she was so easy to talk to and always happy to tell some stories. We spent many hours on the phone during COVID and after, doing Church services and I really got to know her better. She was a fantastic lady and will be missed by many.
    Condolences to the family, rest in peace my friend
    Laura
    Laura Koehler // May 30, 2026
  • Deepest condolences to all of Jean's family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Jim Doan // May 29, 2026
  • We offer our deepest condolences to the Shoemaker and Stothart families, and friends of Jean. She was always such a friendly and welcoming presence at the restaurant. Always enjoyed our little visits wherever we met in town. She will be missed. Rest peacefully Jean.
    Sincerely,
    Myra & Don Pettit, and Shayna Taylor
    Myra Pettit (Foulis) // May 29, 2026
  • Our deepest sympathies .
    I remember as a child seeing Aunt Jean , at the restaurant they were always good memories.
    Thinking of you 💕💕
    My thoughts and prayers to the Shoemaker Family and to the rest of our family .
    Our prayers from North Bay to All 🙏🏼
    Dianne Esch // May 29, 2026
  • My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this time. Sorry for your loss
    Carhy Cope // May 29, 2026
  • My condolences to the Shoemaker and Stothart family and friends on Jean's passing.
    Bob Hebblethwaite // May 29, 2026
  • My condolences to the Shoemaker and Stothart family and friends on Jean's passing.
    Bob Hebblethwaite // May 29, 2026
  • To the shoemaker family. .my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mom. She was such a sweetheart. May all your warm loving funny memories comfort you during this difficult time
    Linda Lindsay // May 29, 2026
  • Kathy and families
    So very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. May the wonderful memories help bring you some peace during this sad time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers Jeff and Marg.
    Jeff & Marg Bliss // May 29, 2026
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Shoemaker family at this time. May your memories comfort you in the coming days...
    Roy and Wendy Dusten // May 29, 2026