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William H. Shoemaker Jr., M.D.

1946 - 2022

William H. Shoemaker Jr., M.D. obituary, 1946-2022, Charleston, SC

BORN

1946

DIED

2022

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McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation - West Ashley Location

2501 Bees Ferry Rd

Charleston, South Carolina

William Shoemaker Obituary

William H. Shoemaker, Jr. MD Charleston - Dr. William H. Shoemaker, Jr., 75, of Charleston, SC, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2022, from pneumonia. He is survived Linda C. Shoemaker, his wife of 43 years. He was born on November 19, 1946, in New Brunswick, NJ, the son of the late William Herbert Shoemaker, Sr. and Mary Buckingham Shoemaker. He graduated from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ, and then obtained his medical degree at the Bowman Gray School of Medicine of Wake Forest University in 1973. He served as a physician at the US Army War College in Carlisle, PA. As a board certified family physician, he then came to Charleston in 1978 and was in private practice. After many years, the practice joined Lowcountry Medical Associates and Roper Physician Partners. He was a kind and caring doctor who often would make house calls or stay late to see patients. He enjoyed bridge, golf, and travel. In addition to Linda, he is survived by his sister, Katheryn A. Lobley in Wichita Falls, TX, and many nieces and nephews! His brother, Thomas W. Shoemaker, predeceased him, along with his parents. A celebration of his life will be private. Memorials may be made to the Charleston Animal Society, 2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406 or Smile Train, 633 Third Avenue, 9th floor, New York, NY 10017. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at https://www.mcalister-smith.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL & CREMATION, West Ashley, 2501 Bees Ferry Rd., Charleston, SC 29414, (843) 722-8371. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jan. 11 to Jan. 12, 2022.

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Richardine Jackson

January 2, 2025

I will always remember your very caring nature. Take your well deserved rest. Condolences to your family.

Rev. Dr. Arthur & Souvillia Holmes

January 5, 2023

Dr. Shoemaker was my physician until the time he retired. He was caring, compassionate, a good listener, and always gave me the best service and advice.

Richardine Jackson

October 29, 2022

A wonderful Dr William H Shoemaker, jr. I was a patient and you were the perfect doctor for me. I thank God for you. My condolences to your wife and families. You will live within me for life. Thank you for all you did for me, Dr Shoemaker.

Lorraine Walker

January 17, 2022

Dear Linda I was the office manager for dr Dennis fisher next door to dr shoemakers office. I send my condolences on the loss of your husband. I worked next to his office and staff for years.. thinking of you. Lorraine walker

Nancy Blanton

January 12, 2022

Sorry to hear of your husbands death I was a patient of his for many years. A very caring Dr. and always had a smile on his face. May God be with you at this time and in the coming days .

Rhonda S

January 12, 2022

Dr. Shoemaker was our family doctor since I was in elementary school until he retired. He was always very caring and so helpful.

Linda Powell

January 12, 2022

To the family, Doctor Shoemaker was my doctor for 35 years and he was the best. He can never be replaced. God bless

Dr. William Morris

January 11, 2022

With deepest sympathy

[email protected]

January 10, 2022

God's Greatest Gift Is Remembrance.
His Love and Compassion extended to me, one of his patient was Unconditional. I've always shared my experience with others who wanted a good doctor/primary care physician.
RIP Dr. Shoemaker
JOB WELL DONE!!

Scott Collins and Family

January 9, 2022

I knew Bill for over 40 years and he enjoyed talking on a vast number of subjects, especially history. He was an avid game player and was always a worthy foe. He´ll be missed by patients, friends, family and anyone he crossed paths with.

Joan McDaniel

January 9, 2022

Dr Shoemaker was a wonderful caring doctor. I was so sad when he retired. He was a Dr that took real time with his patients & always offered samples of medication to help them out. My deepest sympathy to his family.

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