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Harry Kenneth "Shot" Hanks was born at his home in Greensburg, LA, on December 10, 1936, and was the youngest of five children of Lawrence Lucas Hanks and Vera Talbert Hanks. He died at his home in Plaquemine, Louisiana, on May 12, 2017, with family beside him and friends close by. He was predeceased by two brothers, Lawrence Sitman Hanks and Phillip Ancil Hanks, and one sister, Margaret Ann "Peggy" Hanks Stewart, all of Greensburg, Louisiana. Visitation will be at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Plaquemine on Monday, May 15, 2017 from 9 am until religious service at 1 pm conducted by Rev. Dutch Price. Entombment in Grace Memorial Park Mausoleum. He is survived by one brother and business partner, John L. Hanks of Plaquemine, Louisiana. He and his brother owned and operated Hanks Buick GMC since 1970. His surviving wife of 56 years is Carolyn Mitchell Hanks of Port Arthur, TX, (and Pine Grove, LA). He also leaves four children: Kenneth Bradley Hanks and fiancé Monette Soileau; Tammy Hanks Davis and fiancé Darrell Achord; Gregory Kent Hanks and wife Melissa Moore Hanks; Nancy Hanks Glaser and husband Patrick Glaser. His six grandchildren are: Kenneth Sherman Davis (and wife Natalie Nolan Davis) and Kaley Christena Davis ; Lacey Lynn Gaspard; Eleyna Ruth Hanks, John Kenneth Hanks, and Andrew Mitchell Hanks. There are three great grandchildren: Brooklyn Grace Seals, Kenlie Elizabeth Davis and Kennedy Elise Davis. There are many special nieces and nephews. "Shot" loved people and always went out of his way to help anyone in any way he could. In consideration of those he served through his business, he was always there for them and for all his friends and acquaintances along the way. As a kind and generous person who loved life to its fullest and all those around him, he simply always made one feel good and always had a joke or something quick or light hearted to lift one up. Over time, many cherished hours were spent with his golfing buddies and later building wood duck houses which he put up along Bayou Jacob at the "The Island Golf Club" where he was a member. Weekly meetings of the Plaquemine Rotary Club were rarely missed. He was a charter member of the Krewe of Okeanos. As a General Motors Automobile Dealer of almost 47 years, he was affiliated with various organizations over the years, was extremely proud of the time he spent in the service of his country being a U.S. Army veteran, and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Plaquemine where he occupied the same seat almost every Sunday."Shot" will be missed by many. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society. Our most sincere thanks to Comfort Care, the First United Methodist Church, and St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, all of Plaquemine, Louisiana.
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As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Linda Higginbotham
Coworker
May 9, 2018
Mrs Carolyn and family, you have my deepest sympathy my mother Lorena always thought highly of your family I know Mr Shot will be missed. We know that God will keep you in his loving arms and surround you with his love.
Catherine Deggs Clayton
May 17, 2017
Carolyn, I was so sorry to hear that Shot had passed away. Mother and Daddy thought so much of you and Shot. I know he will truly be missed.
Joyce Watts McDaniel
May 16, 2017
Rest In Piece, you will be missed in the automotive world.
Fred Skal Jr
May 15, 2017
Brad and family. So sorry to hear about Mr. Shot. His smile and loving attitude will truly be missed. He was a wonderful man and now Heaven has another sweet angel. Prayers for you and your family.
Sherry Hollingsworth
May 15, 2017
Carolyn, my sympathy to you and your family for your loss. I remember Shot from years past as a good friend of my dad, Rodney Olsen, through International Harvester Co. Dad was very fond of Shot. I remember that Shot called my dad on his birthday for many years which shows his value of friends.
Rodlyn Olsen Danos Cut Off, Louisiana
May 15, 2017
MANDIE LEBRUN
May 15, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Floyd & Cheryl Hebert
May 15, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Pease, Prayers and Blessing.
Linda Higginbotham
May 15, 2017
"BE ENCOURAGED,THE SPIRIT OF THE LORD IS WITH YOU ALL,,TO COMFORT, HELP AND STRENGTHEN YOU!"
GERRI JAMES
May 15, 2017
Mrs Carolyn and family you have my deepest sympathies . My husband Roland has worked for Hanks Pontiac for many years and he always spoke very highly of Mr Shot and Mr John. We are praying for your family.
Monika Edmond
May 14, 2017
Hanks family So sorry about "Shot". We went to the same school in the 50s and my fondness memory of him was driving around Greensburg in a green jeep or a red Chevy convertable with his "flattop" haircut. He had a very special personality and will be greatly missed.The world needs more people like "Shot Hanks. Rest in peace my friend . Clifton and Esther Campbell
May 14, 2017
So sorry For your loss! Mr. Shot was a great man with a great heart! He will be missed always. Surely he is shining down as an angel from heaven today!
Ali Shields
May 14, 2017
Carolyn,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I did not know Shot was sick so it was a shock to me. I will pray for your family. Marilyn
May 13, 2017
I have many memories of the Hanks family growing up in Greensburg. Mr. Shot was always so sweet & treated me like a queen when I was a little girl riding me around town in his convertible. Prayers for each of you during this difficult time.
Denise Holland Lee
Denise Lee
May 13, 2017
Mrs. Carolyn, Tammy and all the family. I am sooo sorry for yalls loss. There are no words to ease the pain just cherish the memories and the lord will get u through this one day at a time. Love to you all.
Latru Davis
May 13, 2017
So sorry to hear this. He was such a kind man. He will be missed.
Anne Templet Blevins
May 13, 2017
So sorry to here about the loss of a great man.
Mr. Shot was a great boss and always went above and beyond to help his community, friends and employees.
RIP Mr Shot you will be greatly missed
Tiesha Sanchez
May 13, 2017
To the Hanks family, my deepest condolences. May all the wonderful memories give each of you the strength you need at this time. Shot was a beautiful person who always had a kind word. May he Rest In Peace.
Ann Doiron-Grisaffe
May 13, 2017
Carolyn and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Shot was one of a kind. I enjoyed his humor, and felt blessed to know him.
JOHN STONE
May 13, 2017
Dear Brad: please know we are thinking of you and your family. The loss of a parent is so difficult, but remember that we will keep you in our hearts and are so very sorry for your loss. Love ya.
Kandy & Ted Cooper
May 13, 2017
I will miss my Friend. Prayers with the Family.
Cecil Graves
May 13, 2017
Mr. Shot was a great person and friend. He and Mr. John were always so nice and friendly. May he rest in peace and our Lord's perpetual light shine bright upon him.
Coach and Barry Amedee
May 13, 2017
He was such a sweet and generous man. He will be missed by all who knew him. Rest In Peace my friend.
SHELLY Gautreaux
May 13, 2017
Brad and Family - I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr. Shot was a great man. No matter where he saw me, he would give me a hug and ask how I was doing. He will definitely be missed. I'll keep all of you in my prayers.
Valerie Tanner
May 12, 2017
so sorry for yalls loss Brad he was an angel on earth and such a great Friend sure am going to miss him and glad he has a son just like him love you bunches
Gwen Crowe
May 12, 2017
Sorry for your lost. He will be missed
molly. jerrel medine
May 12, 2017
So sorry to hear about Shot. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May he rest in peace.
Joyce Guidry
May 12, 2017
Definitely a great man has gotten his angel wings! He was such a friendly person & loved by many. My deepest condolences to all the families
Donnie & Sylvia Ourso
May 12, 2017
Carolyn and your family, I'm so sorry for your loss of Shot, and may God bless you in this time of sorrow, love.
Margaret Bond Burch
May 12, 2017
The entire staff at Wilbert Funeral Service expresses our sincere condolences. May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times spent together as you celebrate a life well lived!
The Staff of Wilbert Funeral Home
May 12, 2017
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