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Sammy Joe Shanks

Sammy Shanks Obituary

SHANKS Sammy Joe Sammy Joe Shanks, 57, of Malinta, OH died Tuesday, March 11, 2008, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo, OH. He was born July 23, 1950, in Napoleon to Walter and Norma Jean (Anderson) Shanks. He was a truck driver for Safety Grooving and Grinding, Napoleon. He was a member of the United States Army Reserves. He is survived by his mother, Norma Shanks of Malinta; son, Jasen (Lisa) Shanks of Malinta; daughter, Sara (Mike) Shaw of Toledo; brothers, Robert "Rob" (Henrietta) Shanks of Napoleon, Andrew (Susan) Shanks and Adam (Shasta) Shanks, both of Malinta and 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at Rodenberger Funeral Home, Napoleon. Funeral Services at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow at the Hoy Cemetery of Napoleon. The family suggests memorials to the Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Online condolences may be made at www.rodenbergerfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Blade on Mar. 13, 2008.

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Lori Tober

March 18, 2008

My husband & I are deeply sadden at the loss of such a great friend. He was there for us when times were difficult - a man of many stories - and a long road he traveled. Always could keep us laughing - God bless the family and friends of a real trooper. Hope you're riding off into the sunset down in the Keys - Sammy. We will miss you - Chris & Lori Tober, Curtice, Ohio

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