James Robert Shewmake Jr.
July 7, 1964 - March 19, 2020
Age 55, of Wilmington, IL passed away peacefully with his family by his side, Thursday, March 19, 2020 at his home. Born July 7, 1964 in Joliet, IL. Veteran of the United States Navy and member of the Wilmington Masonic Lodge #208. Graduated from Wilmington High School with the class of 1982. James enjoyed motorcycles, especially Harley Davidson’s and loved jamming out in his man cave. His family was most important to him and he treasured every day he had with his wife and children. Surviving are his wife of twenty one years, Kristie (nee Hall) Shewmake of Wilmington, whom he married August 5, 1998 in Joliet; two children, Kayley and James Shewmake, both of Wilmington; mother, Betty (Verne) Findlay of Wilmington; brother, Kenny Shewmake of Toledo, IL; sister, Stacy Shewmake of Braidwood; numerous nieces and nephews; and his four-legged companion, Bella. Preceding him in death were his father, James Shewmake, Sr.; and sister, Kelly Shewmake. Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorial visitation for James will be at the R.W. Patterson Funeral Home & Crematory, Braidwood, Saturday, August 22, 2020 from 4:00-6:00p.m. with a memorial service beginning at 6:00 p.m. All attendees are required to wear face coverings and follow social distancing standards. For more information and to sign his online guestbook please log on to www.rwpattersonfuneralhomes.com or find us on Facebook at R.W. Patterson Funeral Home & Crematory. R.W. Patterson Funeral Home & Crematory 401 E. Main St., Braidwood, IL 60408 815-458-2336 www.rwpattersonfuneralhomes.com
Age 55, of Wilmington, IL passed away peacefully with his family by his side, Thursday, March 19, 2020 at his home. Born July 7, 1964 in Joliet, IL. Veteran of the United States Navy and member of the Wilmington Masonic Lodge #208. Graduated... View Obituary & Service Information