Wanda R. Shanks

Wanda R. Shanks

Wanda Shanks Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Sep. 1 to Sep. 3, 2008.
Wanda Ruth Shelton Shanks, age 83, Joplin, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008, at 9:33 p.m. in St. Johns Regional Medical Center.Wanda was born Oct. 7, 1924, in Blairstown, Mo., daughter of the late Charles N. Shelton and Mady Owen Wilson Shelton. She graduated from Norris High School, and has lived in Joplin since 1960. Wanda retired from Freeman Hospital after several years, and was of the Methodist Faith. She married Jesse W. Shanks on Oct. 31, 1945, in Kansas City, Mo., he preceded her in death on May 9, 1974, she was also preceded in death by a daughter, Melinda Shanks.Survivors include a son, Randy Shanks, of Carl Junction; two daughters, Betty Smart, of Joplin, and Marlene Cogbill, of Anderson, Mo.; grandchildren, Brian Cogbill, Jennifer Cogbill, Betty Ruth Petty, Briana Thulin, Brooke Shanks, Taylor Shanks, Ashlyn Shanks, Jaelyn Shanks, and Jaxson Shanks; four great-grandchildren, Misty, Ryley, Cade, and Lauren.Memorial services will be Thursday, Sept. 4, at 2 p.m. in Parker Mortuary Chapel with Lee Doss officiating. Inurnment of her ashes will follow in Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Parker Mortuary on Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m.The family request that memorial contributions be made to McKinley Avenue Baptist Church.Online condolences may be made @parkermortuary.com

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September 3, 2008

Betty Hutchison posted to the memorial.

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Jenny Cogbill

September 4, 2008

Today was harder than I could ever have imagined. I just found out you could post comments about loved one's online and I wonder if G'ma knew that. She loved keeping in touch through email to family I never even met. Her dial up connection frustrated her, but by golly, I did what I could to keep her computer running...she had to keep that email going so she could get her "Connie" jokes, and keep up with family...so this one's for you G'ma...I love you!!!!!!!

Kimberly Fisher

September 4, 2008

My deepest sympathies to your family. I worked with Wanda at the Prosecutor's Office and she was loved by all.

Betty Hutchison

September 3, 2008

Betty, Caring thoughts are with you and the family. I called my Mother (Nedra Shank), she was very fond of Wanda, they had many good times together. In sympathy and love.
Betty (Shank) & Jerry Hutchison

Stephanie Everitt

September 3, 2008

Dearest Betty...
My thoughts, prayers and my love to you my dear. I am so sorry.

Jeanne Owen/ Gina House

September 3, 2008

Betty and Randy, So sorry to read of your mother's passing. She was a wonderful lady and always treated her children's friends special. Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Be strong and be there for each other.

Dale and Judy DeLozier

September 2, 2008

God must have decided the angels in Heaven weren't having enough fun, so he sent for Aunt Wanda knowing she'd liven up the place. She will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathies go to each of you at this time of loss.

Laurie (Smart) Aytes

September 2, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Allen and Sandy Dorsey

September 2, 2008

Randy, Our thoughts are with you and your family. Please accept our sympathies in your time of loss. We are here if you need us.

Connie Jones

September 2, 2008

Aunt Wanda was one of the best aunts in the world. She was kind, caring and very funny. I enjoyed her so much and will miss her terribly even though I didn't get to see her often.

CARLENE JOHNSON

September 2, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

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September 4, 2008

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