John William "Bill" Shattuck

John William “Bill” Shattuck passed into heaven on August 26, 2017 after a courageous struggle with Parkinson Disease. Services will be held Wednesday, August 30th with a 2:00 p.m. burial at Rose Hill Cemetery, and a 3:00 p.m. memorial service at First Baptist Church Tyler, immediately followed by a reception, at the church. Pike Wisner, Senior Pastor, will officiate. A lifelong Tyler resident, Bill was born December 18, 1931, to John William and Della Mae (Frizzell) Shattuck. He graduated from Tyler High School, Class of 1949, and Tyler Junior College. Bill found his calling as an account agent for Allstate Insurance Co., retiring in 2000 after 35 years. His successful career was due to his enthusiasm for sales and his eagerness to converse with everyone he encountered. As much as Bill loved his work, even more did he love his family, friends, pets, and First Baptist Church. He served there and at the former East Tyler Baptist Church as deacon for over 50 years. Truly a dedicated Christian, Bill worked in the FBC Children’s Ministry and was much beloved as a church greeter. With wife Leah Kae, he traveled extensively, but was just as happy watching birds in his backyard, fishing at the lake or hunting with his buddies. Bill was very funny as a storyteller and could find the humor in almost every situation. He had an infectious grin and his talent for bestowing nicknames and personalizing song lyrics will be a cherished memory. Bill was greeted in heaven by his parents; cousin, Jack Frizzell, who was like a brother to him, aunts, uncles and dear friends. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Leah Kae; daughter Dr. Karen Shattuck; daughter, Jill DeShazo and husband Kyle, grandchildren, Kara DeShazo and Will DeShazo, who called him “Grampy.” Pallbearers will be Leo Britton, Jay Frizzell, Mike Hernandez, Jeff Martin, Jerry Morris, Ronnie Myers, Kyle DeShazo and Will DeShazo. The family expresses deep gratitude to Vicky Morris, Angela Martin, and Angel Williams, whose skill, compassion and dedication supported all of us throughout his illness, and appreciation to Legacy Hospice for their tender care. If desired, memorials may be sent to First Baptist Church (Children’s Ministry/ Renovation Project), 301 W. Ferguson, Tyler 75702, or American Red Cross Disaster Relief (Hurricane Harvey) at redcross.org.

John William "Bill" Shattuck

December 18, 1931 - August 26, 2017