George R. Shoemaker

George R. Shoemaker, 71, lifelong resident of Biloxi, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2015. He is preceded in death by his parents, Grant & Bertie Shoemaker; and by his beloved older sister, Betty Shoemaker. Survivors include his three children, Jill Shoemaker-Hernandez (Paul), of Ocean Springs; Dusti Shoemaker, of Biloxi; David Shoemaker (Gwen), of Woolmarket; four grandchildren, Drew Stratton, Savanna Shoemaker, and Davis & Rhyan Hernandez; a special niece/caregiver, Glenda Jo Lumpkin, of Biloxi; brothers, James Shoemaker (Margie), of Biloxi and Bobby Shoemaker (Shelia), of Pass Christian; sisters, Charlotte Shoemaker Scarborough (Charles), of Pass Christian and Dianne Shoemaker Davis (Billy), of Ocean Springs; several nieces and nephews; recent caregivers, Ed & Paula Armstrong; and a multitude of friends. In "Roz" style, in lieu of a funeral, the family will be hosting a "Remembrance of Life" celebration at the business of one of his dearest friends, Joey Thompson... JR's Lounge, on Benachi Avenue in Biloxi from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2015. All are welcome to attend anytime during those hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pink Heart Funds, Pink Heart Funds, P.O. Box 1047, Long Beach, MS 39560. The Howard Avenue Chapel of Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.