Thomas L. Shoemaker

February 16, 1937 - November 17, 2016

Thomas L. Shoemaker, age 79, formerly of Point Pleasant Beach, passed away on November 17, 2016. Tom was a lifelong resident of Point Pleasant Beach and moved to Forked River with his wife June in 2013 after Hurricane Sandy destroyed their home. He was a life member of Ocean Fire Company #1. One of his great passions during the past 25 years was working on his family genealogy. He will be remembered for his dry sense of humor and the garage, where his workshop was located, where you could always find that missing part you needed and where many momentous social gatherings were held. Tom was predeceased by his parents, Norman and Kay Shoemaker. Tom leaves behind his wife of 56 years, June; his son and daughter-in-law, Bill & Cheryl Shoemaker of Forked River; his grandson, Will Shoemaker; his brother, Jim Shoemaker; as well as many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Donations in his memory may be made to Ocean Fire Co. #1, PO Box 1765, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742.