HUTCHINSON HIGH SCHOOL
CLASS OF 1970



"Keeping The Memories Alive"







TANNA OWENS SHORE



With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Tanna Shore of Hutchinson, Kansas, who passed away on October 14, 2024 at the age of 72.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Tanna is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Tanna's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

Tanna Kay Shore was born in Hutchinson, Kansas, on July 6, 1952. She passed away in Hutchinson, Kansas, October 14, 2024.

Tanna enjoyed dancing, going shopping, hanging out with her kids and grandchildren. She loved all types of music with her favorite singer being Elvis Presley, the Temptations and Dolly Parton.

Tanna is survived by her children, Shannon Southard and Shane Southard; grandson, Aaron Southard; previous husbands, Donald Southard and Ron Pederson and 4 stepchildren. Tanna is preceded in death by her adoptive parents, John and Pauline Owens; real mother, Violet Billings (Crawford); granddaughter, Shayna Graham; sister, Pamela Billings; brother, Teddy Billings and niece, Stacy Billings.

Tanna was predeceased by: her adoptive parents, John Owens and Pauline Owens; her mother Violet Billings (Crawford); her granddaughter Shayna Graham; her siblings, Pamela Billings and Teddy Billings; and her niece Stacy Billings. She is survived by: her children, Shannon Southard and Shane Southard; her grandson Aaron Southard; and her former husbands, Donald Southard and Ron Pederson. She is also survived by 4 stepchildren.

Rest In Peace Tanna.