Rena (Robinson) Shankland

Rena Shankland, 74, of Rushville, IN, passed away Oct. 19, 2021 at her residence. 

Rena was born in McComb, MS on Jan. 6,1947, a daughter of the late Lois (Anglan) Lively and Gurstel Nave Robinson.  She married James K. Shankland March 13, 1975 and he survives.

Rena graduated from Central High School in Jackson, MS.  She became a certified student pilot.  She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.  She was a Seventh Day Adventist and Loved her Lord!

In addition to her husband James, she is survived by a daughter, Theda (John) Dolan, of Rushville, IN; two sons Thomas (Audrey) Phillips, of Metamora, IN and Russell Nave Phillips, of Indianapolis, IN;  

Also missing her are her Grandchildren, Tiffany Phillips, James (JR) Dolan, Brittany Carlisle, Carrie Luna Phillips & Samantha Christine Vanmeter and 12 Great Grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held 1 PM on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021 at Fairview Christian Church 5131 N. - CR 800 E. Falmouth, IN 46127 with Brian Yensho officiating. Friends may call after 11 AM until the time of service.  Burial will follow at the Fairview Cemetery.

Rena's pallbearers will be John Dolan, JR Dolan, Duane Bentley, Stanley Shankland, Rusty Phillips, Bryan Smith, Edward Miller and Jason Keen.  Memorials may be made to American Lung Association 115 W. Washington St. Suite 1180S  Indianapolis, IN 46204. 

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