Janet Stevenson Goldstrohm-Shoemaker

It is with a profound sadness that the family of Janet Stevenson Goldstrohm- Shoemaker (86) announces her sudden passing. Janet went to be with the Lord with her family by her side on August 30, 2025 in New Middletown, Ohio. 

Janet, born July 19, 1939, in a borough of Rural Valley, Pennsylvania, a daughter to the late Harry and Christina Goldstrohm. 

She attended Kittanning High School. 

Janet was the co-founder of B&J Pools in 1986. She was a devoted wife to her best friend and life partner, Bill Shoemaker whom she married September 4, 1956. They loved traveling the United States together especially by motorcycle. 

In addition to attending Freedom Church of New Middletown, she found great comfort and spiritual strength in watching faith-based television which served as a consistent source of peace and guidance in her life. Janet was happiest with a comfortable chair where you could often find her crocheting or reading one of her many books. To Jan, bargain hunting was not just a hobby-it was an adventure. She relished the thrill of finding a great deal and the stories that came with every piece. 

Jan shared her home and heart with a long line of beloved cats who were truly members of her family.   

Her greatest joy, however, was spending time with family and friends. She was the glue of our family who always held us together and kept us informed. Her love and support were a constant presence, always offered with a smile and a hug. 

Jan is survived by her son Jim (Michelle) Shoemaker of New Middletown, Ohio; daughter, Janice Shoemaker of New Middletown, Ohio; son, Jeff (Lana) Shoemaker of New Middletown, Ohio; sister, Bonnie (Keith) Spicher of Brighton, Michigan; nephew, Brian Spicher of Brighton, Michigan; nephew, Kevin (Diane) Spicher of Brighton, Michigan. Jan’s grandchildren are Christopher (Jamie) Shoemaker, Jimmy Shoemaker, Eric Shoemaker, Misty Shoemaker, Shawn (Kim) Shoemaker, Keri (Mike) Wright, Brittnie Slepski, Erin (Brittney) King. Her great nephew, Keith Spicher. Her great-grandchildren are William James III (Billy) Shoemaker, Christopher (Mya) Shoemaker II, Harley Shoemaker, Savanna Rose, Leya Shoemaker, Kalyssa Shoemaker, Parker Shoemaker, Aiden Wright, Olivia Wright, Lumin Kirtley, Addison Borton, Kaedence Borton, Chloe King, Bella King and Sydney King.

Jan was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bill Shoemaker, her son William J. Shoemaker II (Billy) and her granddaughter, Stephanie.

Visitation is scheduled for Saturday September 6, 2025 at Freedom Church of New Middletown from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. with a funeral service immediately following. Pastors Oliver and Emily Beans will officiate. The family encourages guests to wear yellow, Jan's favorite color.

Contributions may be made in place of flower donations to: Angels for Animals at angelsforanimals.org

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