Shannon Glen Pool, 56, of Fort Smith, Arkansas passed away on January 4, 2026 at his home in Fort Smith, Arkansas surrounded by the love of his family. He was born April 26, 1969 in Santa Paula, California to Garner Clayton and Alta Faith (Holder) Pool. Shannon was known by many names and loved by even more people.

He is survived by:

His Life partner:

Brian Ryan of Fort Smith, Arkansas

One son:

Isaac Pool and wife Chasity of Muldrow, Oklahoma

Eight grandchildren:

Samuel, Jeremy, Rebekah, Braylon, Emmaree, Oaklynn, Micah, and Elisha Pool

One sister:

Keena Klein of Branson, Missouri

One brother:

Therran Pool and wife Belinda of Maurice, Louisiana

Many special nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives, and a host of friends

He was preceded in death by his parents, Garner and Alta Pool.

Shannon worked in sales. He loved Maria Carey and taking adventurous trips. Family was the center of his world. His eyes lit up whenever his great-grandchildren came into the room.

He loved his son and grandchildren with a fierce and unwavering devotion. Shannon will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved him. His legacy lives on in the stories he leaves behind, the family who adored him, and the countless memories shaped by his humor, and unwavering love.

Burial of cremains will be at a later date in the Brent Cemetery. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Dowden-Roberts Funeral & Cremation Center of Poteau, Oklahoma. "LeFlore County's Only On-Site Crematory"