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Arthur Shanklin, Jr.

  • December 19, 2011
  • Morristown, New Jersey
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“To The Shanklin Family, My condolences go out to all of you, as you go through this most difficult time. May you find strength in the love of God...Read More » ”
1 of 8 | Posted by: vicky m allen - east orange, NJ

“I felt so sad to recently hear of the passing of your Dad. I apologize for not being there for you as you stood by me in my darkest hour. Friends...Read More » ”
2 of 8 | Posted by: Linda Barber - Parsippany, NJ

“To the Shanklin Family, We were so sorry to hear of Pop Shanklin's passing. We know that a void is left in your family, but remember that "earth...Read More » ”
3 of 8 | Posted by: Woody & Diane (Bibbs) Davis - NJ

“Dear Elizabeth & Family My heart our goes out to you and your family. Arthur will be miss.If there any thing I can do to help, please do not...Read More » ”
4 of 8 | Posted by: Dorothy Stephens - Morristown, NJ

“Dear Elizabeth, Arthur,Beverly, Brenda & Deborah, I am so sorry.God be with through these hard times. Time and Prayer are the only things that help...Read More » ”
5 of 8 | Posted by: Ethel Jeffers - Morristown, NJ

“To the Shanklin Family - Our deepest condolences on the passing of your loved one. May God's love give you strength in your time of sorrow. ...Read More » ”
6 of 8 | Posted by: Carrie & Betty Manley - NJ

“To Liz and Family, I was so sorry to read the passing of Art. May God continue to comfort you at this time. I have known Art most of my life and...Read More » ”
7 of 8 | Posted by: David and Emma Smith - NC

“To the best grandfather a girl could ever have. I will forever remember your quick wit and undeniable sense of humor. You brought great joy to my...Read More » ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: Deirdre Kersey - Randolph, NJ


Arthur Shanklin Jr., 85, departed this life December 19, 2011. He was born in New Orleans, LA and relocated to Morristown, NJ in 1946. Mr. Shanklin was a member of The Church of God In Christ, Morristown, New Jersey. Mr. Shanklin retired after 15 years of service with the County of Morris where he held the position of foreman Building and Grounds Services. Predeceased by his mother Bertha Miller, father, Arthur Shanklin Sr., sisters Mildred Reed, Dorothy Walker and Lillie Mae Thompson he leaves to cherish his memory, wife Elizabeth (nee Joy), daughters Brenda Kersey, Beverly Haynes (William), Deborah Robinson; son Arthur Shanklin, III, brother Jesse Miller (Houston, TX), former wife Augustine Shanklin, and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. This Online Memorial has been created to commemorate the life of Arthur Shanklin, Jr. You are invited to add a Tribute in his memory. Please click "Sign Guestbook" below to add your own memories, reflections, thoughts or condolences.