Savanna Shields (Lebanon)'s Obituary
Savanna Elizabeth Shields, daughter of David and Shari Lewis Harvey, was born July 13, 1991, in Columbia, Missouri. She departed this life Saturday, October 22, 2022, in her home, near Lebanon, Missouri, at the age of thirty-one years, three months, and nine days.
On June 26, 2010, she was united in marriage to Cody S. Shields, and to this union one daughter and two sons were born.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Tom and Ruby Lewis; and her paternal grandmother, Darlene Harvey.
Savanna is survived by her husband of twelve years, Cody, of the home; a daughter, Allison Shields, of the home; two sons, Raylan Shields and Atticus Shields, both of the home; her parents, David and Shari Harvey, of Lebanon, Missouri; her twin sister, Shelena Talley and her husband Travis, of Lebanon, Missouri; her paternal grandfather, Gerald Harvey Sr., of Lebanon, Missouri; two aunts, Debbie Balman and her husband John and their son, John Caleb, Tammy Leppin and her husband Steve and their children, Miranda and Derek; an uncle, Gerald Harvey Jr. and his wife Sandy, a niece Mia; a nephew, Silas; as well as a host of other relatives and friends.
She was raised in the Lebanon area and attended Joel E. Barber School before graduating from High School. She began studying at Ozark Technical School and completed her Bachelor and Master Degrees at Evangel University and Missouri State University. She loved going to school and was working on her doctorate degree. She enjoyed her work at O.T.C. where she loved helping students reach their potential.
Savanna had made her profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church.
She could be a little sassy but was always steadfast in her convictions. She was an avid reader and liked cooking and baking. She enjoyed making delicious meals for her family. Fall was her favorite season and she always kept a positive attitude. She loved her family dearly and especially enjoyed special times with her children.
Savanna was a loving wife, mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, and was a caring friend. We celebrate her life and her accomplishments, and know that her family and friends will cherish the wonderful memories she created with them during her short lifetime.
A memorial has been established for the children's education and donations may be left at the funeral home.
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