Gerald Eugene Shoemaker Obituary in Dalton at Willis Funeral Home

Obituary For Gerald Eugene Shoemaker

MR. GERALD EUGENE SHOEMAKER – Age 60, - Of Rome, Georgia passed away on Monday, July 20, 2020 at a local Healthcare. He was born April 26, 1960 in LaFayette, Georgia to the late Louie Samuel Shoemaker and Ersa Lee Careathers Shoemaker. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Douglas McArthur Shoemaker, Everett Shoemaker, Edward Shoemaker, Earnest Shoemaker and sisters; Barbara Jordan and Jessie Mae Jordan.

Survivors are his loving family and wife of 26 years, Lelia Elaine Gibson Shoemaker; daughter, Jessica Gibson; four sons; Justin Gibson, Andrew Gibson, Aaron Gibson, Aldon Gibson; two grandchildren; Josiah Gibson, Ja’Kobe Gibson; sister, Katherine Marsh; brothers; James ( Minister Grace) Shoemaker, Weymon Shoemaker, Robert Shoemaker of Dalton, aunt; Katherine Stevenson of LaFayette, Father-in-law; Earl Gibson; mother-in-law, Pastor Georgia Gibson of Rome, a host of nieces, nephews; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law; cousins, other relatives and friends.

Graveside service will be held Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. at Oakland Cemetery in Rome, Georgia with Pastor Georgia Gibson officiating. Arrangements by Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, Georgia. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.willisfuneralhomedalton.com.

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Our Deepest Sympathy. Praying for the family...Carolyn and Tolliver Suttle

To the Shoemaker family, I express my deepest condolences for the loss of your brother, husband and father. May you find comfort in the Lord in the days to come.
Charlotte Greene Robinson

I am so sorry for your loss..love you guys. Praying for the family .Cecelia ABBOTT and family.

EEFAJ

Love Theresa Phelps Mims Rome GA.

Lelia and Family. I have you in my Prayers. Love you all

I was one of Gerald's nurses. Loved him to pieces. Some days he would fuss at me, but every day he would grab my hand any squeeze it to say hello. He will be terribly missed by me and the other residents and staff here. I will never forget him. Many condolences to the family. Sincerely, Andrea

I worked with Herald at Shaw. He was a very good person and friend to everyone. Praying for the family.

I am going to miss my baby!! We loved this man!! Joshua even cried when I told him!! This man will never be forgotten!! We love you sweet man!! And I'm sorry for the families loss..... Amber O'Neal (Pruitt Nurse)

Going to miss my sweet buddy ! He loved music and having fun . He came in daily to see us in therapy And I will so miss it . He will always be the Pruitt king . Wanda (pruitt therapy)M

PRAYING FOR THE SHOEMAKER FAMILY. PASTOR EDWARD HOGGS AND THE SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH FAMILY. DALTON GA

Gerald worked for me at Shaw. He had such a wonderful smile and disposition. He was a gentleman in every respect and it was my honor to know him. Rest in Power...

My brother in law will be remembered as a hard working man who loved his wife and children. He will be missed. Love you

Worked with Gerald at Shaw industries. He was such a good person. So sorry for this loss. Hugh and Kate Moore.

Sending all of the family a BIG BIG be strong hug,try to remember all of the good times and good memories,and some how it will make it a little easier.stay strong......Linda and Michael Tibbs