Alfonso Dawson Mortuary, Inc. | Atlanta, GA

Obituary For Aaron Shoemaker, Sr.

ONE DAY AT A TIME

Aaron Shoemaker, Sr. was born June 20, 1943 in Decatur, Georgia to Artica and Annie Lue Shoemaker. Growing up, he experienced all the laughter, lessons, camaraderie, and woes of a typical child in a large loving family. He was born the 3rd of 6 children in the Shoemaker household and before long in his early teens, began to work odd jobs to help support himself and the family upon the death of his father.

As Aaron was no stranger to discipline and good work ethics, he graduated from Trinity High School in Decatur, Georgia and sometimes worked two jobs, one of which was a career at Gold Kist, Inc. where he worked for 35 years until his retirement as a professional printer.

In June 1981, as life would have it, Aaron became a member of a worldwide fellowship that saved his life. In keeping with his normal fashion, Aaron was a disciplined, persistent, dedicated and respected member for over 40 years. In his own quiet way, Aaron was a gentle giant of great service, helping to change the lives of countless others. Aaron was also a member of the Salt and Light Truth Center for 17 years. This was his church family.

He was preceded in death by his parents Artica Shoemaker and Annie Lue Shoemaker and a brother, Larry Shoemaker.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Avery Morris Shoemaker; his sons, Aaron Allen (Thalia) Shoemaker, Jr. and Josten Shoemaker; his grandsons, Anthony and Antonio Shoemaker; granddaughters, Tori Shoemaker and Gabriell James; a great grandson, Logan Shoemaker; his step-daughter Lynnette (Willie) Harden; grandsons; Avery Perrin-Harden and Aaron Perrin-Harden; a brother, Willie Shoemaker; sisters, Thelma Myrick, Racine Shoemaker, and Katie Hardeman and a host of nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces; mentee, Greg Parker, who never forgot him, and many longtime friends, who said "he always remembered your name."

Aaron passed from this life on February 22, 2021.

A Celebration of Life Service in his honor will be held at Alfonso Dawson Mortuary, 3000 Martin Luther King Jr Dr., SW, Atlanta, Georgia 30311 on Sunday, March 7, 2021 at 3:30 P.M. Bishop Dedric Avery, Officiating.

Guest Book

Aaron was a very gentle soul. He had a genuine laugh and a kind heart. My life is better because I knew him. He trudged the road to a happy destiny. 💫 Love, Megan

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I offer prays and condolences to the Shoemaker family. He will be greatly missed. Dr. Faye Buffaloe

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I will keep the Shoemaker family in pray. I thank you for your continued service in helping other struggling people.

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MrAaron,thank you for being a big part of my life,you and your family have helped me through some rough patches and I appreciate it,love to you and Mrs.Avery and Lunnette.

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My condolences to the Shoemaker family. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs to Avery and the family. 💜✝️ M Marie Jackson

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My Prayers and condolences to the Shoemaker Family. What I Remember about my uncle Aaron is his smile as he was coming to grandma Annie house and he gave good advice. Death is a Sting. But one of my favorite scripture is found at. Revelation 21: 3 &4 were its talks about the tent of God is with mankind and he will wipe out every tear from all of our eyes and death will be no more mourning nor outcry nor pain being no more the former things have passed away we are looking forward to that time. Love the family and looking forward to when this pandemic is over we are visiting one another but in the meantime I'll try to do better and call. Daphne Miller

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I would like to send my prayers and condolences to Avery , Allen, Josten and too my brother Willie, my sister's Racine ,Katie and Shoemaker family. I will miss my brother Aaron, my tall brother. Aaron was a loving and serious brother when it came to business. We always use to talk on the phone when we were younger but as life happens and we started having children we communicated a little less but the love was always there. Life like a mist appears for a day, Then disappears tomorrow. All that we are can quickly fade away, Replaced with tears and sorrow. I am looking forward to God's promise to seeing my loving brother again. Love Your Big Sister Thelma

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Uncle Aaron was the uncle growing up that use to give great life advice.Growing up as a little girl he was away encouraging me to follow my dream. He is going to be missed dearly your Iris

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🌹AVERY AND FAMILY, WE ARE SENDING LOVE TO YOU AND PRAYING FOR ALL OF YOU AS YOU CELEBRATE THE REMARKABLE LIFE OF YOUR LOVED ONE. WE WISH YOU PEACE AND COMFORT AS YOU REFLECT ON THE MANY HAPPY MEMORIES OF YOUR LOVED ONE AND FAMILY. WE LOVE YOU. 💕 🔺THE TARA CLUB

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My condolences to the Shoemaker family. Aaron was a really good man. Someone to look up to. He will be missed. Roland Brown

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Our Deepest Condolences to the Shoemaker Family. Aaron will be missed by us, we thank God for allowing us to have met Aaron and being friends for 37 years. May you Rest in Paradise. Dwayne & Wendy Truitt

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He was a kind man and I enjoyed the visits with him. I wish the family the best. I am glad that I was able to meet him and share his passion. Jerry

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IL0VE Aaron but God love him best we will meet again Ron D mC

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Aaron was the go to guy for cooking the best ribs I have ever eaten. He was such an all around good guy, husband and father. He will be missed but I believe he is in heaven being helpful as he always was. Cathy and family

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We are blessed that God gave us an""Aaron" in our lives. And the memories of my friendship will live forever.

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Avery and Family, you have my condolences for your loss. May God wrap you in His loving arms of comfort.❤ Goodnight Sir!🌹 Betty D. Glenwood Group

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Avery and family, you have my deepest and heartfelt condolences❤ I'VE known Aaron for 37+ years, every since I came to the Fellowship. Rest in Paradise Sir!🌻

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Prayers and condolences to the Avery, precious family and loved ones. We will miss his powerful divine presence.

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Aaron was a wonderful and kind man. My deepest condolences to Avery and the family. May God comfort you with the memories and love you both shared. Emmie

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I will miss you ..as my SPONSOR,FRIEND,AND ROAD WARRIOR! I'm not upset with God...you've been a SERVANT to many ...and always giving the PRAISE & GLORY TO GOD. THANKS...GREG / CLAUDETTE PARKER & FAMILY

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My condolences to Avery and the family, A wonderful man to know. RIP Aaron.

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Thanks Aaron for the push you gave me, quite and powerful for me , prayers to Avery /Lynette and family during this difficult time🙏

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It was a gift to know Aaron and a joy to be in his presence. Aaron will forever live in our hearts. Sending our deepest condolences to the the family. Dr. Walter & Pyper Brooks

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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