Steven Wayne Shanks Aney's Obituary
LCPL Steven Wayne Shanks Aney, 20, passed away on April 16, 2014 in Spring Valley, CA. Steven was born on November 27, 1993 in Sacramento, CA, to Charles F Aney Jr and Pamela Thompson.
Steven grew up in North Highlands, CA. He graduated from Highlands High School in North Highlands, CA. in 2011. Immediately after graduating high school he joined the United States Marine Corp.
• Participated in the ROTC program for 4 years at Highlands High School in North Highlands, CA.
• Joined the Marines in 2011 and served for 3 year until his untimely death. Steven was a PFC and within 2 ½ years advanced to LCPL.
• Steven married Serena on July 10, 2013 in San Diego, CA.
• He enjoyed Traveling to Japan and seeing the different culture. He loved Skeet shooting, Motorcycling, his puppy Dallas as well as his childhood dogs Cinnamon and Spike. He loved spending time with family and friends as often as he could. He enjoyed the outdoors, camping, his family, friends and absolutely loved life. Above all loved to make people laugh!!!
• Donation for his wife Serena Aney can be mailed to: 7225 Old Nave Ct. Sacramento, CA. 95842
Steven was preceded in death by his uncle QMC Dallas Hatzi.
Steven is survived by his spouse Serena of Sacramento CA. His parents Charles and Patricia Aney, and Pamela Thompson. Siblings: Latisha, Krista, Jessica, Nicole, Jeremy, and Melissa. His Grandparents, Uncles, Aunts, nieces and nephews and cousins.
Services as followes:
Viewing: Sunset Lawn / Chapel of the Chimes 4701 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA. at 4:00 pm, April 24, 2014
Memorial & Funeral: Sunset Lawn / Chapel of the Chimes 4701 Marysville Blvd. Sacramento, CA. April 25, 2014 at 10:00 am.
Celebration of Life: VFW Hall Post 1487 from 1:00 – 6:00 pm April 25, 2014
110 Park Drive, Roseville, CA. 95678.
Thank you all for your love and support at this difficult time. Steven gave us such a gift of life and allowed us to be part of his adventures here on earth. It is hard to think of life without his bright eyes and infectious smile, but we look forward to carrying on his legacy here and greeting him joyfully again someday. We know that when he reached heavens gates he was greeted with open arms by his Uncle Dallas and now reunited again with Cinnamon & Spike Dog his 16 year old labs to start new adventures.
“THE FINAL INSPECTION”
The Marine stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.
“Step forward now, you Marine,
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my Church have you been true?”
The Marine squared his shoulders and said,
“No, Lord, I guess I ain’t.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can’t always be a saint.
I’ve had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I’ve been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn’t mine to keep…
Though I worked a lot of overtime,
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I’ve wept unmanly tears.
I know I don’t deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you’ve a place for me here, Lord,
It needn’t be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.”
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the Marine waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
“Step forward now, you Marine
You’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets,
You’ve done your time in Hell.”
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