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George Shoat Jr.

By T.J. Woodward

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Mr. George Shoat Jr., 80 years old of Batavia, New York, went home to be with our Lord on May 19, 2019.  He was born on January 31, 1939 to the late Mattie Ruth and George Shoat Sr. of Montezuma Georgia. 

George is survived by his longtime partner Janice Martyn, his brother Harold Shoat, children Barbara Shoat, George Shoat III (wife Roxanne), Colleen Curl (husband Jonathon), Melissa Shoat and step daughter Mary Gray. His grandchildren are Letisha Williams, Laquita Shoat, Thomas Tate III, Jose Romero, Quintin Thomas, Christopher Romero, Derreck Tate, Ashley Jones, and George Shoat IV.  George has a host of great grandchildren and one great great grandchild, several nephews and nieces. 

He has extended family and friends in various parts across the United States.  George attended and was actively involved at City Church in Batavia, New York.  He will always be remembered as a strong and caring father, brother, and friend.  He was fun loving, yet serious and very committed to his family and friends.  George will be in our hearts eternally. 

Calling Hours will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2019 from 11:00AM-1:00PM at the City Church 210 East Main St. Batavia, New York 14020, where a 1:00PM Funeral Service will immediately follow calling hours. George will be laid to rest in Elmwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the City Church at the address listed above.  For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.

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