Dean Shoemake Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Dean Shoemake of Arcola, Illinois, who passed away on October 4, 2025 at the age of 81. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dean Shoemake to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Dean find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ira Shoemake and Pauline Peachee Shoemake; and his brother Dale. He is survived by: his sister-in-law Pam Shoemake of Arcola; his nieces and nephews, Brian Shoemake (Jessica) of Arcola, Tiffany Drake (Travis) of Arcola, Nathan Shoemake, Brody, Hunter and Mia Drake; and his stepchildren, Bret Pourchot of St. Joseph and Heather Pourchot of Kentucky.
