Benny O. Shanklin Jr.
August 17, 1955 ~ October 16, 2018
Benny Othello Shanklin, Jr. was born on August 17, 1955 in San Antonio, TX to the late Benny Shanklin, Sr. and Eulalia Deese.
Benny attended Smith Elementary, Poe Middle School, and went on to graduate from Brackenridge High School in 1973. Shortly thereafter, Benny was united in marriage to Sherryl (Duke) Shanklin. Within this union, they had a son, Courtney Gerard Shanklin.
Benny was an outgoing, kind, and generous man. He was a likeable person and had a big heart. He always had compassion for others and put everyone elses needs before his.
Bennys job commitment and dedication began at the age of 17 for Southeast Baptist Hospital in food service. He then worked for Fairchild Aviation as a mechanic and then moved on to be happily employed at Pressure Systems Incorporated. After 22 years Benny retired on June 16, 2018 as a Customer Service Manager. He leaves to cherish his memories, a son Courtney Gerard Shanklin (Jennifer), two grandchildren Mariah Shanklin and Courtney Shanklin, Jr., sisters Renee Potter and Deborah Thomas (Lawless), nephew Terence Jackson (Mary Jane), niece Kristina Potter, great niece Zaria Potter and a host of cousins, relatives, and friends.
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My Condolences for you and your family Courtney! The few times I got to see your dad, he was a pleasant and always kind. Prayers for you and your family!
My love and prayers to the Shanklin Family.
My condolences and prayers to the Shanklin Family.
To the Shanklin family, Bruce and Pam Holmes want you to know that you can count us if you need anything now or in the future. Our prayers are with you.
Many condolences and much love.
My sincerest condolences to the Shanklin Family.
Rest In Peace, My Brother.
Rest in peace my friend. Going to miss our talks. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and to all the lives you touched. God rest your soul.
Please accept my condolences. It’s heartbreaking to read of your loss . As you cherish the many memories of Mr. Benny, please reflect on the time when sickness…, death… and mourning will be no more. (Revelations 21:3,4) This is what our loving God Jehovah has promised. May Gods word bring you comfort during this difficult time and in the days ahead as we await the fulfillment of his promises.
Rest in peace my brother ,condolences to the Shanklin family.