March 3, 1951 – Dec. 25, 2025
Jane Miller Shoemaker, age 74, of Murray, Kentucky passed away Thursday, December 25, 2025, at her home.
Ms. Shoemaker was born in Calloway County on March 3, 1951, to the late Douglas and Louise Miller Shoemaker. She was a 1969 graduate of Calloway County High School. She graduated from Murray State University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science degree and later graduated from Texas Tech University with her Master of Arts in Sociology.
Jane was a patriot and had a historian’s soul. She was past Regent for the Captain Wendell Oury Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was an active member of the Calloway County Genealogical and Historical Society. She was a Kentucky Colonel and served her community through Murray Rotary Club and Playhouse in the Park.
Jane was a servant leader and was dedicated to improving the city of Murray. Having served on Murray City Council for six years, she voted what she thought was best for the city despite self-interest. She served on the Human Rights Commission along with other committees that allowed her to work tirelessly for the good of the city and community looking at the long term rather than the short benefits.
She was an active member of the Humane Society of Calloway County cherishing the opportunities to love and foster many cats. Her photo albums are full of pictures of each cat, its name and when it was adopted.
Jane loved music. She was voted Most Talented of Senior Favorites in her graduating class of Calloway County High School. She compiled cassette tapes and CDs from her favorite musician/bands to share with her “Besties” from Hazel.
Jane was a member of Mason’s Chapel United Methodist Church where she played the piano at a young age. She is survived by several cousins, her sweet cat, Emmy Ann, her lifelong “Hazel Girls”; as well as many close friends. Jane’s beautiful smile and wonderful personality are just a few of her qualities that will be remembered.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Online condolences can be made at www.jhchurchill.com.
