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Joseph Shiel Obituary

Born May 2, 1928 in Brookline, MA, passed June 18 at home after a brief but courageous battle with lung cancer. Beloved husband of Nancy (Bedell) Shiel for nearly 38 years & the late Agnes (McClintock) Shiel. Loving father to Annellen Zalis, Joseph P. Shiel III, Kathy Marcelonis, Sarah Briand, Nancy Jean Shiel, Jennifer Wyse, Greg Shiel & four sons-in-law. Proud grandfather to seven grandchildren. Brother to seven siblings. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in Our Lady of Victory Church, 230 So. Main St. Centerville on Mon. June 23 at 11 am. Visiting hours in the John-Lawrence Funeral Home, 3778 Falmouth Rd. Marstons Mills on Sun 3-6 pm. Burial will be at the MA National Cemetery, Bourne. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe's honor may be made to the American Cancer Society, Hospice & Palliative Care of Cape Cod, the Brian Bedell 2-Young Foundation or to the Vasculitis Foundation

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Published by Boston Globe on Jun. 20, 2008.

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Ron Fagan

June 23, 2008

Our deepest condolences and Prayers
May he lookdown and guide you from above as he has guided you in life.

Elaine Carroll

June 22, 2008

Nancy,
Although I did not know your dad, you are a living testament to what a great person he must have been. I truly hope that the memories you have of your time together will help you through the sad times, and will help keep your dad's spirit alive.

Ann McLaughlin

June 22, 2008

Nancy,
We're so sorry to hear of your Dad passing. Know that he has a big bald Irishman greeting him on the other side. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. Share memories of your Dad often with many.
Sincerely,
Ann, Colleen, Doug, Erin and Andy McLaughlin

Kelly Lopes

June 22, 2008

Nancy- I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

MaryLou& Joe Zdanovich

June 20, 2008

Our love will always remain for you ,Joe, and our memories will never fade away. We pray for you and for Nancy and the family that God loves all of us equally. May heaven's JOY be yours/

Joan Pusateri

June 20, 2008

Nancy,
I remember the pain like yesterday and my heart breaks for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers that peace will find you quickly. Let the love that surrounds you help you to heal.

Shura Z. Farran

June 20, 2008

Our sincere condolences.
On the day, I will be thinking of the ever kind and sweet uncle who was always happy to see us.
May he be safe and happy now.

Herbert&Joan Wright

June 20, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Trish Griffith

June 20, 2008

Nancy,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Trish

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