Bryan Shanks

Age 64, of Lapeer, formerly of Mt. Morris, died on Thursday, December 20, 2018, at his residence in Lapeer. In accordance with Bryan’s wishes cremation has taken place. A celebration of Bryan’s life will take place 1:30 pm, Saturday, January 5, 2019, at Martin Funeral, Cremation & Tribute Services in Mt. Morris. A memorial gathering will take place Saturday from 11:00 am until the time of service at 1:30 pm. Bryan was born April 27, 1954, in Flint, Michigan to late Mr. & Mrs. John and Bessie (King) Shanks. Bryan grew up in Mt. Morris and Fife Lake Michigan. He graduated from Mt. Morris High School in 1972. Bryan was a gifted marine mechanic and enjoyed fishing, boating, spending time by the water and listening to music. He is survived by three children: Veronica Shanks, Joshua (Amy) Shanks, Jessie Shanks; seven grandchildren: Dyllan (Lathia) Scott, Brett Scott, Joshua Shanks, Kyrsten Scott, Michael Scott and Carson Shanks; two great-grandchildren: Jordan and Brennan Scott; four sisters: Sharlene (Bob) Reinicke, Jeanell (Don) Ellis, Susan (Larry) Adams, Shiela (Carl) Moore; one brother: Jack (Kathy) Shanks; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Bessie Shanks and nephew Adam Moore.