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Bernard William Shiell

1926 - 2013

Bernard William Shiell obituary, 1926-2013, Venice, FL

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1926

DIED

2013

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Bernard Shiell Obituary

Bernard William Shiell

Bernard William Shiell of Venice, Florida, passed away on July 22, 2013, from complications of Parkinson's disease. He was born to the late Julia Montague Shiell and Bernard William Shiell, Sr. on April 20, 1926 in Miami, Florida.

He moved to Hollywood when he was ten. He graduated from South Broward High School and served in the United States Navy for 2 years. He was honorably discharged with a rating of Pharmacist's Mate Second Class. He graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science degree in Bacteriology where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, president of the Inter-Fraternity Council, and a member of Florida Blue Key.

He married Betty Jo Drake in 1951. After marriage he moved to Tallahassee where he lived for fifty years. During that time he served as President of the Commonwealth Corporation, president of the Mortgage Banker's Association of Florida, and was a recipient of the Brown Whatley Award. He served as president of the Tallahassee Area Chamber of Commerce, and president of LeMoyne Art Foundation. He was the Owner/Operator of the Executive Suite Motel in Tallahassee, and served as president of the Hotel/Motel Association of Tallahassee. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church.

In 2002 he moved to Venice where he has been a member of Grace United Methodist. He also was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels. For the last seven months he has enjoyed the loving and tender care of the staff of Luke Haven at Village on the Isle.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Jo; children: Elizabeth Fekkai of New York City; Sallie Hirter (Terry) of Crossville, Tennessee; Susan Mori (Eric) of Venice. Grandsons are: Daniel Hirter, Chattanooga, Tennessee; Alexander Fekkai, New York City; granddaughter Elizabeth Mori, Venice; brother Robert Shiell, Pensacola. He was predeceased by brothers, David and Daniel.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 27 at 11:00 AM in the Leonard Peale Memorial Chapel at Grace United Methodist Church. The service will be conducted by Pastor James Mitchell and Dr. William Shiell of First Baptist Church of Tallahassee.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 400 Field Avenue, Venice, FL 34285; or to Trinity United Methodist Church, 120 West Park Avenue, Tallahassee, FL 32302. Farley Funeral Home in Venice, Florida is handling the arrangements. To send condolences visit www.farleyfuneralhome.com.

Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Jul. 25, 2013.
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Sallie, Susan, Beth and Mrs. Shiell - you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very tender time. Love love you

Gerry Robbins

August 24, 2013

Mrs. Shiell, Beth, Sallie and Susan,
I was so saddened to learn of Mr. Shiell's death. He was such a sweet and kind person - a true gentleman. My love and thoughts are with y'all as you adjust to life without him. He will be missed.
Ann Lewis
Tallahassee, FL

August 10, 2013

Dear Betty Jo,

So sorry to read of Bernie's death in Tallahassee Democrat. I wondered where you two have moved to and couldn't find out. Sounds like you all had a very good life after leaving Tallahassee. Have thought about you, Bernie and your girls often.
If you ever get back up here, I'd love for you to call and we could get together.
Thoughts and prayers I send your way.

With fondness, Joline Groot

Joline Groot

July 29, 2013

DEAR BETTY JO,
SO SORRY TO READ ABOUT BERNIE'S DEATH. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
I REMEMBER HOW THOUGHTFUL YOU WERE TO HAVE JIM AND ME OVER TO EAT WHEN WE WERE BOTH IN PENSACOLA.
I ALSO LOVED BEING A SORORITY SISTER OF YOURS.
SOUNDS LIKE BERNIE HAS A RELATIVE WHO IS A MINISTER IN TALLY TO CONDUCT HIS SERVICE.
MUCH LOVE AND SYMPATHY,
ARA ANDREWS JOHNSTON DENVER

July 27, 2013

Mrs Shiell, We have lost a good friend.He
and I have flown a lot of miles together,
I know he is resting with the Lord now. God Bless you and family. Jerry

Jerry Peters

July 27, 2013

Erin Wofford

July 26, 2013

My thoughts, prayers and heart are with you and the family. He was a good man. It was my priviledge and honor to have worked with him for so many years.

Don Henderson

July 26, 2013

Please accept our sincere condolences.

Steve Edwards and family

July 25, 2013

Parmesan Garlic Roasted Potatoes

Adapted slightly from Let's Dish

Potatoes Cut in to smaller size pieces (I use Russet Potatoes)
A few tablespoons of olive oil
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
1 to 2 Tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Fresh grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste

Preheat oven to 450 °F.

Cut potatoes into cubes or wedges. Bring a pot of water to a boil.
Add the potatoes and cook for 3 to 6 minutes depending on size.

While potatoes are cooking put oil in cast iron skillet or other heavy
pan and heat in oven.

Drain the potatoes and place them back in the pot. Put the pot back
on the burner and shake to dry the potatoes and to rough up their
surface. This is what gives roasted potatoes that perfect crust.

Add the potatoes to the hot oil , toss to coat and roast turning once or twice.

When potatoes are almost tender sprinkle with fresh
garlic and Parmesan, salt and pepper and continue roasting until
potatoes are tender. Turn at least one more time for even browning.

Just before serving, toss with fresh chopped parsley.

P A

July 25, 2013

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