Shanda P. Dennis Obituary
Shanda P. Dennis, 50 years old of Jonesboro, Arkansas ran into Jesus' arms Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 8:05 a.m.
She was born on March 5, 1973 in Jonesboro, Arkansas to Terry (Deceased) and Kim Dennis of Fisher, Arkansas. She attended Weiner High School. After graduation she transitioned to the Jonesboro Human Development Center (JHDC) for 31 years.
Shanda loved riding the merry-go-round at the fair over and over and over. She loved riding the school bus, combines, ambulances, and really enjoyed her coffee with the nurses at JHDC. Shanda's favorite thing was going to the lake and riding on the pontoon "Ride the Boat".
Waiting for Shanda on the other side of the heavenly gates with open arms are her father: Terry Gayle, whom she adored and her grandparents: Franklin and Lone Horst and Jerry and Mary Dennis.
Shanda leaves behind her mother: Kim H. Dennis of Fisher, Arkansas; two brothers: Kagan G. Dennis of Fisher, Arkansas and Chantry F. Dennis of Fisher, Arkansas; aunts and uncles: Debbie Jones (David) of Fisher, Arkansas, Lynn Jones (Wendal) of Jonesboro, Arkansas, Jan Bailey (John) of Little Rock, Arkansas, Tonya Anschultz (Darrin) of Fisher, Arkansas, Fonda Smith (Terry) of Weiner, Arkansas; many cousins, nieces, nephews, and greats; and a host of other family and friends.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at Pintails in Waldenburg, Arkansas. Short celebration service beginning at 4:00 p.m. followed by sharing a meal and celebrating Shanda aka "Shanny Pants".
