Jack Brantley Shook

Jack Brantley Shook, 94, passed away Monday, January 31, 2022, at CarePartners Solace Center.

Mr. Shook was born August 22, 1927, to the late Floyd and Kate Kennerly Shook. He was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Marie S. Shook, who died September 16, 2020, a son, Gary W. Shook, and daughter-in-law, Brenda R. Shook.

Mr. Shook began his working career as a meat cutter but soon transitioned into retail sales, working in the men’s department of Ivey’s and then Belk’s Department Store from which he retired after more than 25 years of service.

He is survived by his son, Steven B. Shook; daughter, Brenda S. Arrowood; grandchildren, Katie S. Robinson and husband Bryan, Brittany R. Bowens and husband Tyler, and Matthew S. Arrowood and wife Elise; and great-grandchildren, Abel Elias Arrowood, Elora Jane Arrowood and Kinsley Marie Robinson.

He was always very intentional with his words and his actions. He provided his family with strength throughout his life by quite words of encouragement.

A memorial service will be at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, February 5, 2022, in the Patton Avenue chapel of Groce Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to one’s favorite charity or church.