George "Gene" Shanks' Obituary
George Eugene “Gene” Shanks, 83, passed away on July 11, 2015. He is survived by his wife, Joyce, and his daughter, Stacey Fussell (Randy), also three grandchildren, Adam, Blake and Holly Fussell, stepsons, Mark and Scott Gatlin (Vickie) and his daughters, Emily and Olivia Gatlin. He was born in Blytheville, AR and served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He was a graduate of Memphis State. Gene and Joyce shared a love of travel and completed their bucket list a few years ago. The family will receive friends on Monday, July 13, from 1:00-2:00 in the Parlor of Christ United Methodist Church with the service to follow immediately in Wilson Chapel. A private graveside service will follow the service at Memorial Park Southwoods. In lieu of flowers the family wishes donations be made to charity of ones choice.
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