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Official Obituary of

Robert Dallas Shoemake, Jr.

February 26, 1946 ~ June 15, 2024 (age 78) 78 Years Old

Robert Shoemake, Jr. Obituary

Robert Dallas Shoemake, Jr., age 78, of Boone, NC, passed away June 15, 2024. Robert was born February 26, 1946 to Robert Dallas Shoemake, Sr. and Pauline Whitesides Shoemake Ramsey.

Robert was a graduate of Watauga Highschool and Appalachian State university where he earned his Industrial Art Degree. Just out of college he taught industrial classes for a year in Pennsylvania. He then joined the Peace Corp. Over the years he was involved in several businesses. He worked for Boone Cablevision and then with his mother built the Bavarian Apartments. Later came Appalachian Electronics and Wes-Tel Communications. He loved and appreciated all things electronics.

He was an active member of Boone Civitan Club for 31 years. He served on several committees as well as being elected to the offices of President, President- elect, and Treasurer.

Robert is survived by his wife Sue Thomas Shoemake.

Instead of sending flowers, consider donating to Special Olympics North Carolina, 2200 Gateway Centre Blvd. St. 201, Morrisville, NC 27560 or to First Baptist of Boone- Mission Program, 375 W. King St. Boone, NC.

Graveside Service will be Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Thomas Cemetery, Green Mountain, NC.

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