Tavaris Darnell Shandle's Obituary
Born May 6th, 1997 – Departed May 25th, 2023
Tavaris Darnell Shandle (Jr), 26, of Tacoma Washington, took his final breath the 25th of May 2023. Leaving behind his loving wife Anjelyna Dorothy Shandle, and their beautiful baby girl Emery Marie Shandle. Tavaris Jr. is survived by his Mother Nichole Byrd, his father’s Tavaris Shandle senor, and Anthony Byrd. Followed by his sisters, Jazmyne Jimenez, Janeyia Cortes, and Raquale Byrd.
As a young boy followed into adulthood, Tavaris Jr. lit up every room he walked in, whether it was with a joke, or his million Dollar smile, he brightened everyone’s mood. From a young age Tavaris Jr. was ambitious, with a strong personality, strong mind, and big dreams.
As a young man, Tavaris Jr. helped establish the family church from the ground up. He played drums and sang songs. Wherever and whenever he was needed, he had no hesitation when it came to learning and trying new things to support the Church.
In 2015 Tavaris Jr. met the love of his life, Anjelyna. He was just out for a bike ride, who knew he’d run into the beginning of forever?
In the year 2016, Tavaris Jr. joined the United State Marine Corps, and became a United States Marine, a one percenter. Soon after December 29th, 2017, he made Angelyna his wife. Emery Marie Shandle, a beautiful baby girl, was born on August 31st, 2019.
Tavaris Jr. exhibited a level of love that few people can even begin to fathom. He was the perfect example of what a father ought to be. Emery was his life, his future, and the reason he lived and breathed. More precious was the light in your eyes, you’re smile, than all the roses in the world. Life is what you make it, and you made it beautiful, we will miss you. Sleep well.
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