Lonny Paul Shoup

Lonny Paul Shoup was born on December 7, 1949 in Belton, Texas. He died at his home on April 13, 2007 with his wife at his side. His death was the result of Myeloproliferative Disorder, a malignant hematological disorder.

Mr. Shoup was raised in Woodland, California. After graduation from high school, he served his country, doing two tours in Vietnam. From 1968 to 1974 he served his country as a LRRP/Ranger, and was in Cambodia in forced recon. He received the following honors: Combat Infantry Badge, Vietnam Service Ribbon, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, Vietnam Honor Medal, Purple Heart, Bronze Star and Army Commendation Medal.

After returning from military service Vietnam, Mr. Shoup patrolled the Yolo County Game Preserve as a deputy sheriff for a few years. Lonny married Sara Jane Williamson on March 14, 1998. Lonny was an artist, as well as a master model hobbyist, building trains, planes and tanks. An avid historian, he was a Civil War re-enactor. He belonged to the Washington Civil War Actors Association, 7th Tennessee Company G. Last year he participated in re-enactments in Spokane, Port Gamble and Ferndale, Washington.

Lonny was raised as a child in the Baptist Church and he was proud of his Jewish heritage. He was fluent in the Hebrew language. He loved spending time with family and friends in AA recovery and especially with his two granddaughters, Chelsea and Madi.

A private burial will be in the Veteran's Circle at Grandview Cemetery. A public celebration of life will be held at his home in June. The date and time will be announced at a later date.

Survivors include his wife, Sara Williamson-Shoup, son, Todd; step-children, Robert and Becky Williamson, Steven R. Williamson and Julie Williamson; granddaughters, Chelsea and Madi Williamson.

Donations may be made in Mr. Shoup's memory to MPD Foundation, 233 South Wacker Drive, Ste. 375, Chicago, Illinois 60606 or at their website, www.mpdfoundation.org.