David Shewmaker

David A. Shewmaker
David Arthur Shewmaker, age 62 of Martel , passed away unexpectedly early Sunday morning October 17th, 2010 at home. He was born December 5, 1947 the sun of the late Arthur and Daphne (Greig) Shewmaker. His mother survives him in Galion. On August 9th, 1975 he married Brenda E. Farrow. She survives him at home. David was a member of the Sons of the American Legion in Caledonia and the Loyal Order of Moose in Galion. Dave loved to hunt and fish and was always buying new tools to try out around the house or in the yard. He was also a proud member of the "Budweiser Club". David is also survived by his two sons Shannon Shewmaker of Marion and Todd Reece of Galion. Three daughters, Tonya Spurlock of Marion, Robin Mingorance of South Carolina and Wendy Mascolo of Florida. There are 21 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews to cherish his memory. He is also survived by his two sisters, Nan Sampsel and Carol Puckett of Florida. He was preceded in death by his daughter Amy. Funeral Services for David will be held at the Caledonia Church of Christ on Thursday October 21st, at 11:00 with Kenneth Boswell officiating . Interment will follow in Caledonia Cemetery. Friends may call at the Timson Allen & Melroy Funeral Home in Caledonia on Wednesday from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.