Margie Adair Shoemaker

Margie Adair (Cusick) Shoemaker, age 62, of Upper Sandusky, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at her home in Upper Sandusky.

Margie was born a firecracker on July 4, 1961, in Upper Sandusky, to James and Dianna (Rhoden) Cusick. She was first married to Steve Swartz, and was later married to Richie Shoemaker. Margie spent her last twenty-two years with her long-time companion and best friend, Barry Beidelschies of Upper Sandusky.

She is survived by her children, Lynsey (Robert) Dennis, Luke (Amanda) Shoemaker, and Ivy (Sam) Shoemaker, all of Upper Sandusky. She was a loving grandmother to six grandchildren, Alexander Hill, Ashlyn Dennis, RJ Dennis, Kynsey Dennis, Rilyn Shoemaker, and Alahni Shoemaker; two great-grandchildren, Amelia and Amara Hill; and Zodi, her grand cat. She is also missed by her sister, Jo Ellen (Lyle Gatchel) Simonsen and nephew Jack Gatchel of Nevada.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter Lainey who was a twin to Luke; and siblings, Des Ann Benetis, Theresa Benetis, and Vance Cusick.

Margie's smile was well known to many, having worked for several local restaurants all through the years, with Shotzy’s and The Steer Barn being the most recent. 

For hobbies, she enjoyed watching football, especially the Buckeyes, and also playing in a fantasy football league with her teams, “Marginally Sane” and "Purrrfect CATastrophe."

She also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and loved ones, dancing and listening to music, singing her own songs, and caring for her cats, Rusty and Memphis. 

Margie will be remembered for her love and kindness to others and was known as “Margie Mom” to many that she came to know. 

A Gathering of Love for Margie Shoemaker will be held at White Shutter Winery on Friday, September 22, from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The winery is located at 3794 County Highway 56, Nevada, Ohio 44849.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to help with Margie’s funeral expenses, are sincerely appreciated, and can be sent to Lucas Batton Funeral Home, 476 S. Sandusky Ave. Upper Sandusky, Ohio, 43351.

Online condolences may be sent to www.lucasbatton.com.

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