Memorial Page for Carolyn S. Shoemaker

Jun 24, 1929 – Aug 13, 2021(92 years)Died in:Flagstaff, Coconino County

American astronomer, researcher and university teacher

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Emoria lights a memorial candle in remembrance of Carolyn S. Shoemaker.

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August 13th, 2026

Emoria lights a memorial candle for Carolyn S. Shoemaker's birthday.

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June 24th, 2026

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Birthplace

Gallup, McKinley County

Place of Death

Flagstaff, Coconino County

Nationality

United States

Occupation(2)

astronomeruniversity teacher

Awards(2)

NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement MedalJames Craig Watson Medal

Spouse(2)

Eugene Merle ShoemakerEugene Shoemaker

Education(2)

California State University, ChicoCalifornia State University

Carolyn S. Shoemaker (* June 24, 1929 in Gallup; † August 13, 2021 in Flagstaff) was an american astronomer, researcher and university teacher. She was 92 years old. She was married to Eugene Merle Shoemaker. Her education included California State University, Chico and California State University. Her awards include NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal and James Craig Watson Medal.

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Born in Gallup, McKinley County

1929

Married Eugene Merle Shoemaker

1951

until 1997

NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal

1996

James Craig Watson Medal

1998

Died in Flagstaff, Coconino County

2021

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Eugene Shoemaker

Carolyn S. Shoemaker. Forever remembered.