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1950 - 2017

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1950

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2017

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Eileen Shoemaker Obituary

Eileen Kit' Shoemaker June 18, 1950 - January 7, 2017 El Cajon Kit passed away on January 7, 2017 at Scripps Green Hospital, with her family by her side. Kit was born in Pensacola, FL, the only child of Frank and Sheila Glendinning. The family moved to La Jolla in 1958, where she graduated from La Jolla High in 1968, then continued onto the University of Colorado, graduating in 1972. Returning home, she met Navy Pilot, Stephen Shoemaker and they were married in 1973. Moving to the Granite Hills area of East County, she quickly settled into a role she treasured as a stay at home mom. Kit spent the next two decades supporting her daughters' love for horse shows and her son's baseball. She was a volunteer extraordinaire, and was recognized for her efforts with the Volunteer of the Year' award from the County of San Diego in 1989. Kit was an avid reader, a gourmet cook and a talented gardener, especially with her beloved roses. Her other hobbies included sewing and crocheting. Most of all, Kit relished being "Nana" to her grandchildren. Kit is survived by her husband of 43 years, Steve, and her children, Stacy Sarkela, Stephanie Silber, Scott Shoemaker and her 6 grandchildren.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Jan. 22, 2017.

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January 23, 2017

Dear Shoemaker family,

Everyone who knew Kit knows that she hated to say goodbye. Sometimes it would take me an hour to leave when I was visiting because she always found something else to talk about. Kit was my best friend and the closest thing to a sister I ever had. I have too many memories to share here but promise to put them down on paper very soon. I can still hardly believe she is gone but I know that at least now she is pain-free.

I love you all very much and am always available if you need me.

Auntie Susie

Julie L'Italien (Veuger)

January 22, 2017

Stacy, Stephanie, and Scott, I am so very sorry for your loss. I have such sweet memories of your mom. I remember her having a beautiful Great Dane running around in the back yard, well before you had horses, and an amazing flower and vegetable garden. I could always count on seeing her outside working on something. She was like a next door mom to me and I'll always treasure her kindness. Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time. Love, Julie and Family

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