Obituary of Ralph Bower Shoemaker

Shoemaker, Ralph Bower Age 100, of Brooklyn Park. United Methodist pastor, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grand-father. He found joy in ministering to all those around him, even during his final days. Preceded in death by wife Pearl and son Thomas. Survived by children Rebecca and John Lake, Janet and Randall Warren; grandchildren Richard Warren and Gina Capo-danno, Christine and Brad Davis, Allison Warren; three great-grand-sons. Memorial service 11:00 am on Friday, April 24, Fridley United Methodist Church, 680 Mississippi St NE, Fridley (763-571-1526). Visitation one hour prior to service. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church (GBGM) or to Fridley United Methodist Church.