David Eugene Shanks

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing." Timothy 4:7-8

David Eugene Shanks was peacefully called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 with his daughter Lori by his side.

He was born to Robert L. Shanks Sr. and Myrtie Jackson Shanks on November 30, 1946.

David was a native of Greenwell Springs, Louisiana but spent the last 15 years living in Thibodaux.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Robert L. Shanks, Jr. and Ethel Marie Haik.

David was a proud graduate of LSU. He loved everything purple and gold, especially basketball. He was an animal lover, outdoorsman, and an avid fisherman. He spent many successful years working in the insurance industry. He was business minded, driven and had an amazing entrepreneurial spirit. He was full of ideas and plans for patents. David never met a stranger and referred to his closest friends as brothers and sisters. He was kind, loving and exceedingly generous. He was a boastful storyteller and had the incredible ability to command a room.

Left to cherish his memory are daughters Amy Shanks, Lori Shanks Martin and his son in laws Harold Wilbratte and Robert C. Martin, VI. He’s also survived by two grandsons — His absolute pride and joy, Robert C. Martin, VII “Sev” and Andrew David Martin.  

Services will be at 3:00 PM at Seale Funeral Home in Denham Springs on Monday, July 21, 2025 with visitation starting at 1:00 PM. There will be a private burial held at a later date.

Pallbearers are Harold Wilbratte, Robert Martin, Sev Martin, Andrew David Martin and dear friends Rondell Young and Austin Isibor.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice.

David left an incredible mark but would like for his passing to be a celebration — He was saved and is free at last.