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Obituary For Robert Shank, Sr.
ROBERT WESLEY SHANK, SR., son of the late Mildred Shank and the late Elmer Shank, Sr., was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
He received his formal education in the Harrisburg Public School District and graduated from John Harris High School. He enlisted with the United States Army – RA Military on June 25, 1977 and faithfully served his Country for two years. During his working career, he worked at Allen Distributors as a Forklift Operator for several years.
In his leisure, Robert enjoyed watching his favorite football team the Pittsburgh Steelers, good or bad that was his team.
On Sunday, September 24, 2023, at the age of 65 years, Robert Wesley Shank, Sr. transitioned to eternal life in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Elmer Shank, Jr. and he leaves to cherish his memory, his children, Nakia Sloane-Ritter, Shaunte Sloane, Jamey Carter, Sr., Aisha Shank, Mikal Shank, Robert Shank, Jr., Da’Shay Shank and Davia Shank; his longtime companion, Myrna Stills; his stepchildren, Asia M. Young and Carlton M. Young; 22 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; his brother, Carlos Shank, Sr.; his favorite cousin, Lorraine “Jackie” Braxton and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Robert's life will be celebrated at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 5, 2023 in the Sanctuary of Grace Temple Church of The Living God, 300 Pine Street, Steelton with viewing and visitation 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. and burial in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
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A year without you and it still hurts the same. Me and your grandbabies miss you so much, I hope you're at peace and dancing to your favorite songs. Love you the most popparoo.
I miss you everyday dad, 2 days away from 9 months without you earth side, i can't wait to see you again ❤️I love you forever and always
My deepest condolences to all my brothers and sister I love you all. Pops you will be missed, love always Alishea
My condolences to my daughter's uncle's family
To the family of Robert Shank sr family sorry for your loss from the Wilder family
You are missed from the wilder family
My condolences to the family
We will continue to pray for your family. Peace and Blessings. Mike and Ruby Doub
So sorry for the lost of your father. Sending prayers.
Cassandra
To the family of Robert shank senior I offer my condolences and you are in my prayer your cousin Darren Bullock.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
