Belinda Sue Shanks, of Huntingtown, MD, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 29, 2015, at the age of 48. She was born on April 2, 1967 in La Plata, MD to Harriett (Guy) and Thomas Mattingly.

She was a graduate of Arundel High School in 1985 and Johnson School of Practical Nursing in Baltimore in 1996. Belinda was also a veteran of the U. S. Army. She enjoyed gardening and was dedicated to her family and friends.

She was the beloved wife to Brian A. Shanks and the devoted mother to Christopher and Jacob Shanks. She was a sister to Bonnie Thompson and a loving daughter-in-law to Vicki and Larry Shanks. She is also survived by numerous other family and friends.

Arrangements provided by Lee Funeral Home.