Jesse was born July 25, 1960, in Rantoul, IL, the son of Harvey Shanks and Daisy Burtle Whitehorn and they preceded him in death.
He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Michelle Neal, James Shanks, Jennifer Shanks, and Rhonda Shanks, all of Springfield, and Frani (husband, Frank) Sprague of Petersburg and several great-nieces and nephews and cousins.
Cremation was provided by Butler Cremation Tribute Center prior to ceremonies.
Memorial Gathering: Family will receive friends from 12:00 until 12:45 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at Butler Funeral Home-Springfield, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.
Memorial Ceremony: 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at Butler Funeral Home-Springfield with Celebrant Judy Woerner officiating.
Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.
