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SGT. JONATHAN B. SHIELDS Homegoing Services for Sgt. Jonathan B. Shields of Atlanta, Ga., will be held Tuesday, November 23, 2004, 1:00 p.m. at the Little Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 315 Fifth Avenue, Decatur with remains placed in state at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Robert S. Welch, pastor, Rev. John E. Butler, officiating. Interment Kennedy International Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the chapel this evening (Monday) from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. He is survived by wife, Deanna Shields; three children, Denyce, Rose-Brittney, Niccolas; mother, Evelyn Allen; father, Darrell Shields (Yvette); two brothers, Josshua, Darrell Jr.; four sisters, Jazmyn, Omoesi, Jodessea, Denise' Ann; grandmother, Georgia Shields; two great great aunts, Mrs. Willie Paschal, Detroit, MI, Mrs. Lenora Broughton, Atlanta, Ga.; one great aunt and uncle, Mr. And Mrs. LeRoy Mitchell; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Family and friends are asked to assemble at 58 Eastlake Drive N.E., Atlanta, at 12:00 noon. Donald Trimble Mortuary, Inc., 1876 Second Ave. (404) 371-0772-3.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jonathan Shields
DeAnna Shields
November 11, 2020
Thinking of you this Veterans Day holiday. The memory of the tragedy always seems like yesterday. It’s been 16 years and my love for you remains. Until we meet again. Rest well my sweet guardian angel.
Love always,
Your wife/widow,
Mrs. Shields
Lester Shields
May 25, 2020
As I was quick to join the war, and came back. I was quick to send my son, also. But, now I don't know if I would do it again. I thank you for your bravery. God still has a plan for you. I salute and wish I could give you this medal. Not forgotten
DeAnna Shields
November 12, 2018
14 Years Ago'
It is unbelievable how life has managed to continue after so many years...
I'm not sure anyone will ever know my years of painful non/stop tears.
14 years ago, 2 service members knocked loudly on our front door...
Pulling away from them, I did everything I could to avoid hearing that you, and the life that we knew, would not be anymore.
I failed at the start...as this strong woman you and the children needed me to be...
In 2004 I only fell to my knees, crying out...fighting what I was about to see.
Who could prepare me for the painful details of your tragic death that were brought to me?
Who could stop the desire to give up, the unwillingness to no longer be?
14 years ago I had to begin an unwilling relationship with resilience, that I fought time and time again....
I had to lay up with painful memories that always appear to have no end.
I had to get up from those memories and fight to live, day after day...
Resilience had to guide me and fight to show me that there was another way.
14 years ago, resilience had to parent for us in my tough season...
Resilience had to show our children that as painful as this was, there was a reason.
That reason is forever unknown, resilience!! I would whisper in its invisible ear...
Resilience would only reply,
That mystery, of not knowing luv, is a part of what protects and guides all of you, year after year.
It has been 14 years my sweet Jonathan...
Please know that we will not ever forget the great years that we had with you before that tragic day...and we are forever grateful for the men and women who help us to honor you, year after year...
...day after day. ❤
In Loving Memory of SGT Jonathan B. Shields, KIA, November 12, 2004, Fallujah, Iraq, while in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom
Written by: DeAnna Joy Shields, (wife/widow)
Photo taken at Ft Hood, Tx the morning Jon deployed to Iraq
DeAnna Shields
November 11, 2018
Joy Berends
October 21, 2018
My heart will forever be broken for the families who lost loved ones in Iraq and Afghanistan. My son came back without injuries. I try not to take that for granted. I continue to ask the Lord to comfort you the family of Sgt Shields. Thank-you again for his service & his sacrifice.
Charlie Gili
October 20, 2018
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Jonathan B. Shields US Army Sergeant.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
December 24, 2015
Jonathan will never be forgotten. Our family remains grateful to him for his sacrifice for our country even after all these years.
DeAnna Shields
November 12, 2015
To love and give me your whole heart, so effortlessly, will be one of the many memories I will cherish for a lifetime. May the angels continue to shower you with peace and love.
Gone but you will never be forgotten.
Love always,
DeAnna Shields
Wife, Widow
Jonathan with unit while in Iraq, 2004
DeAnna Shields
November 12, 2015
Carolyn H
April 5, 2014
Happy Birthday, if you were still here you would be 35 years young. I miss you but I am thankful that you are my Angel in Heaven and you are watching over me.
Thank you once again for you Service and you are truly my Hero.
Pamela Jefferson
November 13, 2013
Thank you for your Service Sgt Shields RIP...
Jessica Harris
November 12, 2013
RIP Sgt Jonathan B. Shields affectionately known to us as JonJon. Thnx yu once again for ur service!
October 4, 2013
Thank you Sgt. Shields. May the Lord continue to bless your family.
DeAnna Shields
June 1, 2013
Thank you to all who help to continue to keep Jonathan's memory alive.
To my honey,
I feel so blessed to have married such an amazing man. You still inspire me and the love you had for me still encourages me. I move forward each day because I know you are rooting for me everyday. Loving you always Boo-B. Continue to rest in God's loving peace.
Love always,
Your wife/widow
xoxo
Joy Berends
May 31, 2013
I prayed this week for those who've lost loved ones in service to our country. May the Lord continue to comfort you.
Thank-you again for your sacrifice.
BRENDA WARD
May 27, 2013
LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH LIL CUZ. RIP
Carolyn Mangham-Hambrick
November 12, 2012
Continue to rest in Peace and thank you for your service. I think of you often and miss you. It has been 8 years today since we lost you and it still hurts, but I know where you are. Thank you for being my guardian angel. Love you!
DeAnna Shields
October 17, 2012
Please participate and share this FB invite with family and friends. My husband's legacy is: To always be Giving, Genuine and Show Unconditional Love...let's spread that behavior worldwide...NO ATTENDANCE or FEE needed, just do one or more of the great deeds listed and Facebook and Instagram share your photos and videos that day! View the link for more information.
http://www.facebook.com/events/490745310950669/?notif_t=plan_user_joined
Dee Shields, Proud Wife/Widow of SGT Jonathan B. Shields
LaShanda Wilson
September 28, 2012
Soldier
Hero
Integrity
Endurance
Dedicated
Sacrifice
DeAnna Shields
September 27, 2012
Thinking of you always.
Thank you to Joy in Galveston and each and every one who stops by to leave messages here in Jonathan's legacy book. It makes for beautiful memories and we feel his memory remains alive when messages continue near 8 years later.
DeAnna 'Dee' Shields
Proud wife made widow of SGT Jonathan Bernard Shields
Joy Berends
May 29, 2012
Thank-you again for Sgt Shield's service and your sacrifice.
May the Lord comfort you.
Jessica Harris
May 28, 2012
Happy Memorial Day Cuz..
Rest In His Arms..
I salute yu!
Joy Berends
March 14, 2012
Dear Dee, I saw your encouraging note to the parents of another soldier and then read the story of your husband's death. How heart breaking to lose him so soon after he re-enlisted and when he sensed he was not coming home.
I thank you for his service and your sacrifice. May the Lord comfort you.
Peggy Childers
November 12, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Jonathan B. Shields:
Please accept my remembrance of Jonathan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Jazmyn allen
August 10, 2011
Well Jon-Jon it's almost been seven years. We miss you dearly.I know you can see what's going on but I just want to tell you. I've graduated high school and now i'm going into my third year of college. Jossh has had a baby boy (Jacoby). He will be one in Sept.. Yes he kept the J's going. Blacklegs is now in college (first year). We're at the same school. So,that's it now...
Peggy Childers
November 12, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Jonathan B. Shields:
Remembering Jonathan on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Gary
September 19, 2009
A true American hero who will never be forgotten.God bless Jonathan and his family.
DeAnna Shields
August 23, 2009
Thank you to all who continue to Honor and Remember. Missing you Jonathan, even when I am quiet and distant from everyone, you stay right in my heart. May God bless all who continue to keep your memory alive. ~your wifee~
Kenna Larra
August 22, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,750 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Carolyn Hambrick
April 5, 2009
Happy Birthday!
Jon, I have such wonderful memories of you growing up and keeping me laughing.
I miss you each and everyday. Thanks for all the memories and I will continue to cherish you.
In Memory of Jonathan ~ (Debra Estep)
November 20, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Jonathan, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
November 9, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Jonathan B. Shields:
Jonathan gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
I can't help but feel that Jonathan has, indeed, opened his restaurant in Heaven feeding our fallen heroes and lovingly watching over all of you.
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Patrick Turck
November 5, 2008
Dee, I want you to know that I will continue to do my part to keep your husband's, and other fallen soldiers, memories alive through the work on the memorial. I think about you and the other families every day. I am retired from KPD now and heading to Iraq in a position that will hopefully help the soldiers who are there. God Bless You and my thoughts and prayers are always with you.
RAY HARPER
November 4, 2008
God is still in control.
DeAnna Shields
November 4, 2008
My better half, only the heavens and you know better than most how deeply I miss you in my life here on earth. November is such a hard month baby, hard...I am still learning to not lash the pain out, but try to explain to people how emotionally broken my entire mind, body and soul becomes as the 12th draws near...it's not a nightmare, it's beyond even that! I read your school mates note and smiled, I know you did too...I am sure that you will be there in spirit as they celebrate the class reunion. And may God bless every person who has taken the time to share a note with you on here Boo B. Loving you always. Your wifee, your broken better half..
jameila jenkins
October 31, 2008
hey johnathon , i was sitting here thinking about you, and nutty you were in school(crim high) class of 99, he we are coming up on 10 yr reunion and although you wont be there you will not be forgotten. remeber ms lamar class, school lunch and leaving school early saying we had jobs but really didnt.lol, im proud of you and wanted to say thanks for doing what i never had the guts to do :joining the military.. and to your wife you are in my prayers always
Pamela Jefferson
April 22, 2008
Johnthan, you will always be remembered and not forgotten, job well done, Sgt Sheilds...
DeAnna Shields
April 21, 2008
Loving you always and forever... your wifee!
April 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Shields!
DeAnna Shields
November 14, 2007
My Guardian Angel! You are missed daily and your memory continues to surround our home with peace only an angel like you can bring about!!! Loving you always, Denyce, Rose, Niccolas and I will forever MISS YOU...keeping that special place for you in my heart always...your wife, your widow...
Carolyn Mangham-Hambrick
November 5, 2007
It has been almost three years since your death and it has taken me this long to sign your guest book. I watched Jonathan grow up from a little boy into a man (he was my baby). He is truly missed. He never missed a chance to be helpful and I can remember a time that my apartment burned down. Jonathan came over with my family to help salvage what we could. As well as sift through rubble for important paperwork. That was just one of his kind acts. He spent so much time at my home and would walk in the cold to check on me from 58 East Lake to my home on Candler Road. Jonathan my baby you are always in my thoughts. Thank You for being the hero that you are!
DeAnna Shields
November 5, 2007
Continuous thanks and appreciation to each of you who willingly take out time to express your condolences and include additional words of encouragement. Your kindness is not looked upon lightly.
Be Blessed,
Wife/widow of SGT Shields
Michael Johnson
November 4, 2007
My heart goes out to Sgt. Jonathan B. Shields. I don't know him but he will be miss.
DeAnna Shields
August 15, 2007
To Ms Althea, Renae and many, many other special persons that have stopped to share in our pain and in our loss, may God forever bless you for your act of kindness and your words of encouragement. I know Jon appreciates that his memory is being kept alive, as do I. Thank you for allowing each of us a space in your daily prayers!....DeAnna Shields, wife now made widow of SGT Jonathan B Shields
August 13, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Aaronecia Graham & Family
August 7, 2007
My heart goes out to all of the soldiers that have lost their lives defending our freedom. My cousins and I knew Jonathan because we all took JROTC together at Decatur High School. Jonathan was a truly genuine person. I was not shocked to hear that he joined the military, but I was extremely saddened to hear of his passing. To the family that he leaves behind, know that weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning. I pray that you all will receive comfort and peace to continue on like he would have wanted. GOD Bless!!
July 13, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Shields and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Renae Brumbaugh
May 31, 2007
I know Jonathan only through Deanne's memories. What a remarkable man! He had a the heart of a hero, the integrity of a man of God. Because of the sacrifices that Jonathan and others like him have made, the rest of us can live in peace and freedom. How can I say thanks for that kind of sacrifice? And yet, for lack of anything better to say, I say, "Thank you, Jonathan. You are appreciated, and you are missed."
Pat Lyons
May 30, 2007
THE CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD IN CUMMING, GA. WOULD LIKE YOU TO KNOW AN ANONYMOUS DONOR LAST YEAR ARRANGED TO HAVE AN ENGRAVED BRICK WITH JONATHAN'S NAME, RANK AND DATE OF DEATH PLACED IN OUR COURTYARD OF REMEMBRANCE.
WE HOPE YOU WILL STOP AND SEE IT IF YOU ARE EVER IN THE AREA. IT IS LOCATED OUTSIDE THE CHURCH NEAR THE STATUE OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD.
THANK YOU FOR THE SACRIFICE HE HAS MADE.
May 29, 2007
love to you all...
Deanna Shields
May 29, 2007
A special Thank you to all for the love and support this past Memorial Day and days before that and many days to come. May God keep you and ladies I thank you for going to the pages honoring Jon, we love you for that and for showing your support.
Be Blessed All
DeAnna Shields
Proud widow of SGT Shields, may God continue to rest his soul in peace!
Evelyn Allen
May 24, 2007
FOR GOR SO LOVED THE WORLD THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, THAT WHOSOEVER BELIEVETH IN HIM SHALL NOT PERISH, BUT HAVE EVERLASTING.
JOHN3:16
THE kindness that you extended through the death of my "HEROIC" son can not be expressed with words;therefore I send HUGS and KISSES to each and everyone of you that expressed condolences.
THANK YOU
More HUGS and KISSES
Mother of fallen soldier
SGT. Jonathan Bernard Shields
D Shields
April 23, 2007
Another month baby and because God made you my Guardian Angel, and for that reason only, I can look up and say, wow, I made it through another month...I would say of all of my grieving time, these last 5 months were the craziest...I wonder what the grieving counselors would call the wild and crazy stage I just went through...doesn't matter really, because losing you made me realize many things, but most of all, what you kept trying to drill into my head time and time again "Who cares what others think...just live and keep living, until God says different"...looks like I may really be getting that with this new stage that's coming on...here we go, another stage, another journey...just keep standing by me love, it always helps to look up and hear your words whispered into thin air "it's okay baby"...I know you must say it so much because you're the one who really gets to witness ALL of the ups and ALL of the downs...keep holdin' me...Loving you forever...your wifee.
Deanna Shields (wife)
March 31, 2007
Posting today's entry in loving memory of Jonathan's 3rd Birthday in Heaven! We miss you and love you very much ...until we meet again...Deanna, Denyce, Rose and Niccolas.
Deanna Shields
March 6, 2007
I continue to stand in for you my sweet husband and say Thank You for each and every word that is shared on this page! Your personality was so giving and loving that it will be impossible for anyone who was ever knew you or briefly met you to forget you. I have created a special page for each of us to share our thoughts as often as we will like and I invite all family, friends and strangers wishing to pay respects to visit the page, become a friend and add comments and pictures as you please. Visit www.myspace.com/sgtjshieldsrip. May God bless each and every one of you and may you continue to Rest in God's Amazing Peace, babe...love always, your soulmate for life...you will never be moved from your grounded place in my heart!
Tramekia Ross
March 5, 2007
Wow I can't believe its been over 2 years now. I still remember your grandma calling like it was yesterday. Unfortunately my friend my heart hasn't healed and learned not to ache. I don't cry everyday anymore, but it still doesn't feel real. I am proud of the man you grew up to be. I can't wait till we meet again one day. I could go on forever, but just wanted you to know your gone, but NEVER forgotten.
Monica Velez
January 30, 2007
I remember November 2004 as if it were yesterday, i learned of your sacrifice when we were presented with the memorial from Iraq. I was proud that my brother served with your husband. I was proud to know that there are heroes like your husband. You and your family are in my heart and prayers always. Thank you and God Bless You.
Fallen but Never Forgotten Sgt Shields, Cpl. Velez, and Spc. Velez
Love Always,
Monica Velez
Julie Angulo
January 26, 2007
I did not know SGT Shields, but I have met his wife, Deanna at a Gold Star families meeting. My brother, SGT Velton Locklear, was killed in Iraq four months ago. My prayers go out to your family and I thank you for the sacrifice you made, Jonathon. You are a hero and I know that you are in God's kingdom smiling down on your family with my brother. You two are now brothers up in that beautiful place. We will see you soon. Deanna, you are a beautiful person and I hope to talk more to you at the meetings.
Solaun blaine
November 16, 2006
Shields was one of the best men that served in the short time i knew him he tought me so much about friendship he was and still is my brother with luv cpl blaine
Garnet Jenkins
November 12, 2006
In remembrance of Sgt. Jonathan B. Shields, on this 2nd anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
May Jonathan, rest safely in the Loving Care of God and know that he is a True American hero, that shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
I Pray that God's Loving Grace and Comfort will continue to be with the Shields family.
There will never be enough ways, to humbly thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice,
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Deanna Shields
October 26, 2006
Cece Winans sings 'You're more than what I wanted....the miracle I needed so bad...everything I never had.' So often I sing those lyrics to God, to whom All praises are due, and many times I just look at your 4' tall photo hanging over my bed and cry and sing them directly to you. You are forever missed, and as your 2 year mark arrives in a few short days I pray all who love you will join us on that special day by releasing red, your favorite color, balloons into the air for the blood you shed for our freedom! Forever yours, Wifee, Soulmate and friend, Dee.
Alethia Carr
October 25, 2006
Jonathan was a fine young man and a wonderful guy I was lucky enough to be related to. You left us much too soon. But your spirit will be with us always.
spc. miguel solano
September 5, 2006
I can't begin to imagine the pain you all feel. i knew Sgt. Shields he was a great man and a great person. Rest in peace Sgt. Shields we all miss you and hope to see you on the other side man. hooah.
Niccolas
July 17, 2006
I miss you a lot, I had a lot of dreams with you in it, I dream of you being here in the new house, coming from work, and play outside with you, I thought it was really real, but I found out it was just a dream. I love you and I will keep dreaming so we can forever spend time together, my dreams seem real for a few minutes, that is ok with me. I miss you, I will always love you.
Your son Nic.
My husband's reinlistment four months before Fallujah, Iraq.
Deanna Shields
July 17, 2006
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Julius Wynn
June 26, 2006
Beginning with the phrase " I cannot described the words to say" how much I miss you sounds cliche', but as God and YOU as my witness you know that phrase come true from my heart. Since I cannot find any one particular word to best describe you, I will simply use a pronoun and a verb, "He Is".
I Love You Man!
Your cousin,
Julius
This picture of SGT Jonathan Shields was taken at the gym, Ft. Hood, TX, by Jayne Glass, Cpt. Glass' wife, while Jonathan was spending time with his wife, just moments before leaving to go to Iraq. (Picture courtesy of wife and kids)
April 25, 2006
Deanna Shields
April 25, 2006
As Jon's wife I want to say Thank you and May God Bless each and everyone of you for your kind words and prayers posted on this site. As I went through a really tough night tonight, not really believing in my heart that I would make it past the pain that revisited me as it does so often, it really touched me to begin to read each entry and just feel the love and concern each one of you expressed. May God bless you 100 times over for taking the time to say 'we care'. For each of you that knew my husband personally and for those of you who may have gotten to know him for the first time on this site, I pray that God blesses you with a person in your life that is Just as Wonderful and Loving and Caring as Jon was to me. We love you Jon and we will forever miss you. I thank God for taking you in to His Kingdom with open arms! I know you have saved that special seat for your wifee on your right side and your kids as well! Forever rest in peace my love, I will continue to love you forever with all of my heart. Your Soulmate, Your Wife... Dee
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 12, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Shields family in the loss of Jonathan. I did not know Jonathan, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Jonathan it has been 17 months since you were taken. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Pat Canfall
April 9, 2006
My condolences to the Shields family. Jonathan may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. You have earned your golden halo and wings. May you continue to soar in the heavenly clouds up above.
curtis leaf
February 21, 2006
shields was a good friend and will be really miss
Lisa Stribling
December 15, 2005
My heart goes out to the family. I didn't know Sgt. Shields, but someone sent your loved ones name through an email entitled "Fallen Heros." Something told my heart to come to this page and let the family know that Sgt. Jonathan B. Shields will forever live in your hearts, but he is now doing work for the Lord. Rest assure, if you live your life according to Gods plan... you will see him again!
God Bless
Charles Rutledge
November 18, 2005
To the Family of Sgt Shields. I was in the same platoon as him. He was a very hard worker. He also taught me alot about the tank. he is a good man and loved for his family in the states very much when we was in iraq together. He also love his brohers in arms i being one of them can say. That if i had a problem and he could help me out he would in a heart beat. My prayer and love goes out you SGT Jonathan B. Shields' wife, kids, and his whole family they lost a great man soldier husband dad brother son. PEACE BE WITH YOU MY BROTHER
Chaplain Dan Gates (GASSAR)
August 20, 2005
I have just learned of the death of Sgt. Jonathan B. Shields. As the State Chaplain of the Georgia Sons Of The American Revolution and speaking for our President, George Thurmond and more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia, may I most humbly express the condolences of a grateful Society. Sgt. Shields, wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, stood on a wall of freedom for us all. His life and his love of country epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe him ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… his family!!!
Sharieka Kirklin
August 3, 2005
May God bless you and give you peace. Jonathan Sheilds will always be a hero!Thanks to the family for sharing their loved one to ensure the safety of all.
Chuck Brocka
August 2, 2005
I hope this is a blessing -
FOR THE CHRISTIAN SOLDIER
(A tribute to the fallen who die to keep us free - and in tribute to their families)
Tune: "500 Miles" by Peter, Paul, and Mary
THE LAST RIDE HOME
When you meet the plane I'm on
You will know that I am gone!
Your pain too great to face the dawn
To say good-bye!
Flags as far as you can see
My hometown comes to welcome me.
Make my grave where folks are free -
I'm coming home!
As the plane leaves the ground
My earthly ears won't hear a sound.
Recall the peace that I have found
To go on Home!
I know the Lord, to Him I cling
I say, "Oh death, where is thy sting?"
I feel the brush of angel wings
- Coming for me!
Lord, I think I'm nearly through!
Just eager now to come to You!
Heaven's there beyond the blue,
I'm going Home!
God's own Son was far from Home
He died to bear my sin alone.
Was buried in that tomb of stone
- But He's alive!
When you meet the plane I'm on
You will know that I am gone -
One day you'll share the joy I've found
It won't be long!
- Chuck Brocka
ANNIE & YOLANDA CHAMBERS
July 26, 2005
I will never forget that Halloween Sunday 2004. The true joy and loving smiles illuminated the room as the family took turns talking to Jonathan on the phone. Only God knew that would be the last time we could talk to him. I thank God for allowing me to be a part of that special occassion. I love you and I shall continue to pray for your strength.
Jonathan P. Shields
July 19, 2005
I am proud to share my name with a brave soldier who served his country well. Thank you and God bless your loved ones.
John Noto
July 13, 2005
To the family of Sgt.Sheilds,
I'm very sorry for your loss. I just found out when i arrived home for leave. I was with stationed with Jon for our first 3 years in the army together. We went to basic together, and wound up in 3-8 together. He was my loader, my first gunnery as gunner. Im so sorry. Jon was one of a kind, LOL. I am presently still in Iraq, but if you need anything, please just let me know.
Kiara Egan
June 22, 2005
I am writing because I saw Jonathan's story on the AJC. My heart breaks everytime I see that we have lost another soldier for the fight for freedom. I thank you so much for having and nuturing such a wonderful human in this world. I am sad that Jonathan could not have continued to share with us the wisdom that made him so wise at such a young age. God bless you and your family, God bless Jonathan, and all those who fight for our freedom even though they cannot live to know the impact it has on the rest of our lives. These men and women are my heroes! I lost my mother and my father when I was a young girl. Next year, my only brother will be serving one year in Afghanistan for the Army. I pray that he will make it home safely. I try and remember...that "God always gathers the most beautiful flowers for his bouquet". God must have known what a great angel Jonathan would make. All my love-your friend from the Northwest-Kiara
June 21, 2005
Tramekia Ross
April 6, 2005
Happy belated birthday I miss you Jon
Michele Buckley
March 22, 2005
I am truly sorry for your loss. My son Aaron is stationed at Fort Hood in the same batallion as your son. I'll pray for your family.
Henny Norwood
February 21, 2005
My deepest sympathy and my prayers go to every family who lost a loved one in this terrible war - this time especially to the Shields family. May the Lord dry your tears and give you comfort. May your soul rest in peace Jon.
Sincerely,
GAIL JACKSON
January 27, 2005
My name is Gail H-A Jackson and it has been a great pleasure for me to have read about Mr Sheilds my deepest sympathy are sent out to his wife and kids. I do hope that they find strength in the times to come ahead.
Arnold Huskins
January 6, 2005
As a former member of the 1st Cavalry Division, may I offer my deepest condolences to those who loved Jonathan Shields, a true American hero and patriot. Know that other Americans share in your loss and are concerned.
It is my prayer that God may grant y'all an extra measure of peace, comfort, and strength during this difficult time.
May Jonathan's legacy of bravery and devotion to our country and its safety be a source of pride and forever remembered by a grateful nation. His sacrifice is not unlike those Georgians of times past who gave their all for freedom in such places as Sharpsburg, Ardenne Forest, Bastogne, Inchon, and the Ia Drang Valley.
Sincerely, with deepest sympathy,
Dr. Arnold M. Huskins
Major, USAF
Tramekia "babygirl" Mangham-Ross
November 24, 2004
Jesus said for in my fathers house are many mansions I am quite sure Jon has made it there. I love you all, and have been friends since we were younger. He always had a way of making me smile I am very proud of his accomplishments, and sacrifices in the military. I will see you in heaven Jon so save me a room in the mansion.
CAROL BLY LINDSEY
November 24, 2004
God be with the Shields family. Words can't replace a loved one. Trust in the lord and he will see you through the pain.
Thank you Jonathan for all of your courage. God bless you.....rest in peace.
Eric and Leslie Spear
November 23, 2004
We send our deepest sympathy to the entire family, Our prayers are with you.
Donald Davidson
November 23, 2004
To the Sgt Jonathan Shields Family: Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of Sgt Shields....Knowing he offered himself as a soldier to protect us and in giving his life for our safety we can only thank God for the fact that Sgt Shields is now home with the Lord. Please know that you are in our prayers and we thank you again for his service.
gail mayo
November 23, 2004
Jesue said I" am the resurrection, and the life:he that believeth in me,though he were dead, yet shall he live: And whosover liveth and believeth in me shall never die.
From Stephanie Nolan and family
To be absent from body is to be present with the lord.
My god god keep you in his care.
Roger C. Miller Sr.
November 22, 2004
Love always from the Miller family,Eva, Yolanda, Chip, Shatara, and Chauncy
Joe Crawford
November 22, 2004
"This is only a test you`re going through.
John and I were classmates ever since middle(Coan middle) and High schoool(Crim high Class of 1999).John will be greatly missed by all the class of 1999.
decarlo williams
November 22, 2004
JOHN WILL BE MISSED.Class of 1999 Crim high school
Tramekia "babygirl" Ross
November 21, 2004
I had the pleasure of being very close to Jonathan from childhood, and my heart broke when I heard the news. Tiny I send my deepest codolences to you, Josh, Jaz, and Jodi. As well as the Allen/Shields families. I know that he is peacful in heaven at this time. GOD BLESS, and Jonathan I miss you alot.
Renee Mullen
November 21, 2004
I didn't know Sgt. Shields nor his family, but as a mother of a soldier of Ft. Hood and also stationed in Iraq I feel a since of compassion for his wife and family. Keep God first and he will lead you thru all pain and sorrow. You will be in my prayers and know that Jonathan has lived and served God's will. He is a HERO in many ways. Keep praying and God will answer.
Sylvia Welch
November 20, 2004
To the Shields and Allen family,
we will miss Jonathan's beautiful smile and quiet mannerism.
Your father and mother in Christ,
Reverend Robert and Sylvia Welch
Little Friendship Missionary Baptist
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