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Velma Louise Shoemaker Benson

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Birth	:	10 Apr 1927 Cumberland, Allegany County, Maryland, USA
Death	:	2 Jan 2015 Cumberland, Allegany County, Maryland, USA
Burial	:	Oliver Grove Cemetery, Oldtown, Allegany County, USA
Coordinate	:	39.5861690, -78.6659270
Description	:	Velma Louise Benson April 10, 1927 - January 2, 2015 Velma Louise (Shoemaker) Benson, of Cumberland, was taken to be with God on Friday, January 2, 2015 at the Golden Living Center in Cumberland. Born on April 10, 1927 in Cumberland, she was the daughter of the late George Shoemaker and late Mattie (Riggleman) Shoemaker. Velma was proceeded in death by her husband, Howard A. Benson, of 29 years. She was also proceeded in death by her previous husband, Raymond Bland. She is survived by four daughters: Neva Campbell and husband David, Delores Leutert and husband Richard, Linda Bland, and Michelle Benson-McBee.... Read More	Velma Louise Benson April 10, 1927 - January 2, 2015 Velma Louise (Shoemaker) Benson, of Cumberland, was taken to be with God on Friday, January 2, 2015 at the Golden Living Center in Cumberland. Born on April 10, 1927 in Cumberland, she was the daughter of the late George Shoemaker and late Mattie (Riggleman) Shoemaker. Velma was proceeded in death by her husband, Howard A. Benson, of 29 years. She was also proceeded in death by her previous husband, Raymond Bland. She is survived by four daughters: Neva Campbell and husband David, Delores Leutert and husband Richard, Linda Bland, and Michelle Benson-McBee. Also surviving are her brothers and sisters: George Shoemaker, Leroy Shoemaker and wife Grace, Donald “Buck” Shoemaker and wife Charlotte, Mae Cockrum, Jackie Malcolm, Harold “Butch” Shoemaker and wife Dianne, and Tim Shoemaker. Velma was extremely proud to be a grandmother, great-grandmother, and a great-great grandmother. Her grandchildren are Andrew Mcbee who lived with her for the past three years, Georgi Wiles and husband Tom, Anji Richards and husband Mike, Traci Hedrick and husband Brad, Barbara Hanna and husband Benji, Lesli Leutert and fiancé Jordan Hamilton, Carrie Campbell and fiancé Troy Merkle, and Chris Lyons and wife Tiffani. Great grandchildren include Spencer Lyons, Kristin Robey, Haley Benitez, Morgan Selby, David “DJ” Selby, Cheridan McConnell, Jeremy McConnell, Randy Hedrick, Keith Hedrick, Diamond Richards, Matt Richards, Zac Elbin, and Milliana Hamilton. Great-great grandchildren are Azelle Resh and Ashton Richards. Her third great-great grandchild is expected in March of this year by Haley and Santos Benitez, and is lovingly referred as “Mango” for the time being. Velma was born during the depression and knew the meaning of working hard and being strong. She took care of her brothers and sisters when her parents needed to work in order to make ends meet. Later, some of her employment included Town & Country, Miracle Mart, and managing the Capital Bowling Lanes for many years. She was an experienced bowler and greatly enjoyed bowling on Tuesday evenings with her league before 1995. She loved to garden and tend to her flowers. Additionally, Velma was an avid Sudoku and word search fanatic. She dearly loved Shirley Temple and among her many, many dolls, her most favorite were the dolls made in Shirley's likeness. Also, she faithfully watched westerns and her favorite actor was “The Duke,” John Wayne, often saying “My man is coming on.” The western channel on television was her companion unless she was watching Steve Wilkos, yes she loved to watch Steve. Velma was a member of Oliver's Grove United Methodist Church. After the death of her husband, she retired from work and began what would become her legacy of her worship for God. She could always be found making potato soup, harvest cakes, helping with hoagies among the many other various volunteer opportunities, but her favorite was always vacation Bible school, where she could be found in the kitchen preparing snacks or out helping the children with crafts. She and her two sisters were lovingly referred to as “the three sisters.” Velma felt very close to her niece, Tammy Portmass who always would make sure she wasn't over doing it and would take a break, usually to no avail. She would be on her feet from the time she arrived until it was time to go home. Velma was diagnosed with melanoma cancer in her eye five years ago. She lost her eye and had numerous surgeries to remove reoccurring incidents of the cancer until finally it became too much for her to fight, although she did so bravely. She gave her family strength through her battle in voicing over and over “I'm going to be fine. God is going to take care of me.” Her faith brought her so far in this war against such an ugly disease. However, God said she had finished her battle and called her home, which she knew Heaven was waiting and she would see Jesus. Her faith was a testament to her life and her love of her family, friends and her church. One of the special memories of her in church was her raising her hand in praise of God. She was always ready to show her faith. And she displayed it over and over. Velma leaves a legacy of strength, perseverance, and how God has the power to change a life. Never did she let anyone feel sorry for her, always saying she was fine, and that God has her. She will be deeply missed however, she is now truly home. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Oliver's Grove United Methodist Church. Inurnment will immediately follow in Oliver's Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of Velma to the Oliver's Grove United Methodist Church, 15504 Walnut Ridge Road, SE, Oldtown, MD 21555. Condolences for the family may be left at www.scarpellifh.com Scarpelli Funeral Home

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Where is Velma Louise Shoemaker Benson's memorial?
Velma Louise Shoemaker Benson's memorial is located at: Oliver Grove Cemetery, Oldtown, Allegany County, USA.
When did Velma Louise Shoemaker Benson death?
Velma Louise Shoemaker Benson death on 2 Jan 2015 in Cumberland, Allegany County, Maryland, USA
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Latitude: 39.5861690
Longitude: -78.6659270

Family Members:

Parent

George Elijah Shoemaker

(1893 - 1969)

unexist

(unknow - unknow)

Spouse

Howard Andrew Benson

(1936 - 1995)

Siblings

George Edward Shoemaker Jr.

(1924 - 2017)

Leroy Jackson Shoemaker

(1925 - 2015)

Donald O “Buck” Shoemaker

(1931 - 2017)

Timothy Leroy “Tim” Shoemaker

(1944 - 2022)

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