Shane Michael Pierce

Shane Michael Pierce, age 41, of Toccoa, Georgia, entered into rest on Friday, May 16, 2025.

Shane was born March 16, 1984 in Hall County to Richard Pierce and the late Wanda Corpening Pierce. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his brother, Stephen Eugene Pierce; uncle, Kenneth Eugene Corpening; as well as all of his grandparents.

Shane was a man of the outdoors and always had his loving dog, Pepper by his side. He found peace and joy in nature, whether he was casting a line into the water, fishing or simply enjoying the fresh air and sunshine. His love for the simple pleasures in life was matched only by his love for people. He spent many years working at AutoZone. Shane had a heart for service and a personality that made others feel instantly comfortable. He never hesitated to lend a hand to those in need.

Survivors include his father and significant other, Richard Pierce and Joann McIntyre, of Toccoa; brothers, Richard William Pierce, of Tallulah Falls; Matthew Nathan Lake, of Atlanta; aunt, Regina Lathan, of Hartwell; uncle, Johnny Pierce, of Cornelia; cousin and spouse, Carrie and Mickey Corpening, of Toccoa; and several extended relatives.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 24, 2025 at the Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel. Interment will follow at Yonah Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, May 23, 2025 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully request memorials be made to Richard Pierce c/o Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, P.O. Box 1113, Cornelia, Georgia to assist the family with final expenses.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.