Betty Lou Shanks ,82, of Gower, MO, formerly of Rushville, MO died Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at the Gower Convalescent Center, Gower, MO.

Betty Lou was born on Oct. 1, 1928 in Madison, KS. She was the daughter of Gordon and Clara Bell (Chapin) Morgan. She graduated from Rushville High School in 1946. Betty worked as a pharmacist assistant for over 16 years for the C.D. Smith Drug Co, St. Joseph, MO. She enjoyed going to auctions, antique sales, collecting salt and pepper shakers, and visiting with friends and neighbors

She was married to Herman Shanks in 1964. Mr. Shanks preceded her in death in 1986. Survivors include a son: LeRoy (Juliene) Faris, Edgerton, MO, Her parents and husband preceded her in death.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, June 30th, 2011 at the Sugar Creek Christian Church, with Rev. Keith Hoover officiating. Burial will follow in the Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, MO.