George Eugene Shoemaker, 63, of Lejunior, departed this life on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the Harlan Appalachian Regional Hospital. Born April 30, 1961 in Harlan he had lived here all of his life. George was a retired underground coal miner with over 20 years of experience. He enjoyed hunting, gardening and riding ATVs through the mountains that he loved.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Delton Harold Shoemaker and Frances Marie Surrett Shoemaker; a brother, Harold Bruce Shoemaker; and two sisters, Nina K. Perry and Jacquelyn R. Eaton.

Survivors include his son, George Harold Shoemaker and wife, Heather, Smith, KY; two grandchildren, Gracelynn and Elliott Shoemaker, Smith, KY; a brother, Delton Shoemaker, Lejunior, KY; and a sister, Tammie M. Cochran, Indiana. Also surviving is a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Evarts Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of George Eugene Shoemaker.

No services are planned at this time.