Michael Shands Obituary

We bid farewell to Michael Shands (Asheville, North Carolina), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 6, 2025 at the age of 43. Michael touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael Shands to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his mother Priscilla Shands; and his grandparents, Alonzo and Zeppy Shands. He is survived by: his father Michael Lawrence; his sisters, Debreda Shands and Zenith Shands (Brad Littlejohn); his siblings' children, Diamond Shands (Dazijah), Allonzo Shands, Brad Shands (Josselyn), Jaqualla Shands, Zamia Shands and Omarion Shands; his great-nieces and great-nephews, Xenovia Shands, Amirar Shands, Ayden Shands, Jayden Shands, Brad Shands, Jr., Melody Shands, Jakari Shands and Xayonna Shands; his partner Jamie Blocker; his close friends, Mauries Robinson, Richard Giest and Meka Ellis; and his friend Crystal Shaw.