SHEFFIELD, Ian Michael On Wednesday January 13, 2016, Ian Michael Sheffield, 39, beloved husband of Kristen R. Sheffield, passed away. He is also survived by a host of loving family and friends. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Friday, January 22, 2016 at 10 a.m., Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 731 Peachtree Street, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308. Services entrusted to Floral Hills Funeral Home & Memory Gardens, Tucker, GA. www.floralhillsfuneral.com

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jan. 15, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Ian Sheffield

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116 Entries

Mom

March 25, 2022

Ian,
I posted your award-winning poem in our Butterfly Habitat for our National Poetry Month celebration. I know people will get a kick out of it. Missing you so much.

Susan Larson

January 16, 2019

Miss you. Was touched by how many remembered the date when you left us. Also touched by the ladybug that appeared in the stack of condolence cards. Love you for all eternity.

December 30, 2017

Miss you, Ian.

January 16, 2017

Dearest Susan and Robin, God bless you as you continue to grieve for a beloved son. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With love and caring, Judy and Al

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January 13, 2017

So sorry, our prayers are with you and your family.
Hilton and Patti Austin

January 12, 2017

Susan I am so sorry. My prayers are with you and your family/ Edna Free

Edna Free

January 12, 2017

I am so sorry. My prayers are with you and your family Edna Free

Marissa Markley

January 12, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Robin. May your memories bring you comfort. Lots of love, The Markley's

Susan Larson

November 26, 2016

Ian,
Have a Heavenly 40th'
Love,
Mom

Susan Larson

November 26, 2016

Have a Heavenly 40th. Love, Mom

March 27, 2016

Happy Easter my beloved Ian. I'm not sure what celebration they do up there, but I'm sure it's unbelievable. I love so much, and I miss you, even though I'll always carry you in my heart.
Aunt Bev

March 26, 2016

Love you, Ian, miss you, think of you all the time, so many wonderful memories, love Mom

February 9, 2016

have known Ian's mother for a relatively short time, but the personal connection makes it seem so much longer...Ian and family have been in my prayers for some time now, and remain on my list. I see his name each morning and understand that the challenges are still being faced, tears are still being shed...hurt is still there for the loss of this loved one. Ian is not forgotten

Beverly Goss

February 8, 2016

Ian, it seems like everywhere I turn I'm finding picture of you. I turned into your neighborhood, and would ride by your house trying to catch you working outside, cause didn't want to disturb your resting. I without thinking started toward your home the other day, and had to turn around, it was hard to do. I miss you more than I ever thought possible. You are such a wonderful person, with so much to give. I love and miss you so much, and will cherish the memories of you forever.
Aunt Beverly.

Jay Hickson

February 8, 2016

Ian was a cool guy. We got to know him some when he attended Toastmaster for a while. He was talented, concerned for those around him and radiated a strength others could draw from. He set an example of courage for us to follow and left us too soon. God bless Ian and his family.

Carol Bennett

February 7, 2016

My deepest sympathy for Ian's family at this sad time. I've kept you all close in prayer during these last trying years. Please know that I continue to send warm caring thoughts. May you find some comfort in the many wonderful memories you made with Ian.

Elois Gorley

February 5, 2016

To the Family of the late Ian Sheffield,my Prayers are with all of you.Elois Gorley and Family,Eatonton, Ga.

Jessica Singer

February 5, 2016

Though I did not know Ian, I can see the life and his beautiful story that he created alongside his family. I am so sorry for this tremendous loss. May his memory last and may he be at peace.

Sam and Sarah Davis

February 4, 2016

It must be incredibly difficult to lose such a kind, thoughtful son and husband. Our prayers are with you all.

Anne Jones

February 4, 2016

I know Ian through the love his family had and still has for him. I know him as a very creative soul whose passing left a void in this world.

Lynn Beach

January 31, 2016

I knew Ian through the stories shared with me by Dorothy and Hadley, and through these stories I know he was an amazing family man and friend, who loved deeply and was deeply loved. Dorothy happily shared touching stories of joy, laughter, and courage with Ian and his lovely wife, Kristen. He faced this disease with strength and courage. I hope you can find comfort in your memories of a loving and kind-hearted man taken from this world far too young. Wishing you peace and comfort at this difficult time.

Marybeth Vaughan

January 29, 2016

I never met Ian face to face, but I know him. I know him through stories Dorothy told, I know him through pictures on Facebook, I know him through what I read here. He was a young man, who faced one of life's greatest challenges with great courage. I know he was greatly loved and will be greatly missed.

Cathy Morton

January 28, 2016

It's rare you see such unconditional love, dedication and total commitment as seen with Ian & Kristen. I remember Dorothy saying "You should see them together, they both have that sparkle in their eyes". She was right, that sparkle never left and for the short time they had together it was perfect & fun. Not without the occasional disagreement, of course; but those only made their relationship stronger.

Stay strong Kristen, live your life to the fullest; Ian would want that for you! He may be gone from this earth, but he will never, ever be forgotten.

Love you always my sweet niece.
Aunt Cathy

January 27, 2016

Prayers for strength and comfort are being offered up for all of you. Love you all so much. He will be sorely missed.

January 27, 2016

When I think back on Ian's life, I wasn't around him much as an adult, my thoughts go back to when he was a young, very quiet little guy that came over to our house for family gathering - Christmas, etc. my 4 guys were always excited, - Ian is here! Ian is here! and then the 5 of them were heading out in the yard to play some kind of ball or whatever was the Christmas present hit of the year, be it little match box cars to race, or some kind of ball.
Ian, your life meant so many different things to so many different people and loved by all of them! Prayers go up for all your family for comfort, strength during this time in their lives - Love you, Ian....................
Sandy (Kuykendall) Westerman

Sharman Sykes

January 27, 2016

My memory of Ian which most stands out is our backpacking trip, the first for Dorothy and Hadley. Ian served as our guru, and chose the perfect first backpacking trip location. Everything was wonderful. The hike in was beautiful, the waterfall campsite was perfect, dinner was cooked and enjoyed by all. And then his dog decided to play with a skunk. Then it rained, biblical flood type rain, and the boys tent leaked, as in the waterfall was inside their tent. but we made it through. Whenever someone asks me to take them backpacking for the first time, I remember that trip and think, "How bad can it get?" Ian was a very special man and I am glad to have this memory of him.

January 26, 2016

My thoughts and prayers go out to this family of mine for the huge loss of a great person. Regrettably I did not know Ian as well as I would've liked, but what I do know is that he was very loved and inspired all those that did have the privilege of knowing him. May all of the good memories of Ian bring you comfort in this difficult time. I love you guys and will continue to keep you in my prayers.

Jen Crockett

January 26, 2016

I will forever hold dear the time Ian and I overlapped at Auburn. Although we grew up together in Atlanta as cousins, Auburn allowed us to also share time as friends. The Born family was so fortunate when he and Michael joined. He will never be forgotten.

Virginia Sowell

January 26, 2016

Though I didn't know Ian, I prayed for him for years. He has been on my mind every day since the diagnosis. I've lost two other young men to this wretched disease. The entire Sheffield family has been supportive, kind and most of all hilarious in dealing with this beast of an illness. I'm impressed by the strength and hard work by all of you to make Ian's life still joyous, still wonderful and still full of love.

January 24, 2016

It is hard to put into words how we felt about Ian. We didn't spend a lot of time with him but the times we did we will always cherish. Ian was a remarkable young man. He never complained about his condition or said why me. He just lived his life the way he wanted. He was such an inspiration to everyone who knew him. Rest in peace sweet Ian. We will miss you.

Aunt Jane and Uncle Bill Stephens
Stone Mountain, GA

January 22, 2016

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Ian. Stay strong in your love for each other. We love you. Reg and LaVonne

Won 1st Place in Atlanta Writers Club Poetry Contest

January 21, 2016

Evelyn Fuller

January 20, 2016

Susan and Robin, I saw your family on the All Saints prayer list and was so saddened to find out Ian was gone. He was putting up a good fight when we were still attending church there. Rick and I both send our love and prayers to your whole family.
Rick and Evelyn Fuller

Sally Baker

January 20, 2016

My sympathy to Ian's family. I wish that I had known him. Praying for comfort and peace for you all.
Sally Baker

Cheryl Ellis

January 20, 2016

My heartfelt love and prayers are with Kristen, Susan, Robin, Leif and the whole family. I was honored to be able to raise my children right next door to this amazing family in Lilburn. I have wonderful and sometimes frightening stories (they were boys) that I remember and retell. I miss them every day.

Robert Alexander

January 20, 2016

We extend our deepest sympathy to Kristen, Susan.Robin and the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob & Regina (Houston Texas).

January 20, 2016

We extend our deepest sympathy to Kristen, Susan.Robin and the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob & Regina (Houston Texas).

There was a little boy who slept in a shoe...

January 19, 2016

Chrisa, Ian, Leif, Loren

January 19, 2016

All on the same team

January 19, 2016

The bros

January 19, 2016

Bradley Preamble

January 19, 2016

Please allow me to express my condolences to Ian's family. I knew Ian in grade school and high school. I have fond memories of him, and I am saddened to hear of his passing. I am thinking about him and the family and offer my support during this difficult time.

January 19, 2016

Kim Kuykendall

January 19, 2016

My favorite memory of Ian was the Warrior Dash with Ian, Kristen, Aunt Dotty, Jason and Crystal. I saw such joy, happiness and life in Ian that day. We all had good laughs together that day wet and dripping in mud. I am so thankful I was able to share in that accomplishment with him.

I will miss your gentle kind soul.

Much Love
Kim Kuykendall

David Hall

January 19, 2016

Although I never knew him, Ian was part of my family. My thoughts and prayers go out to my cousin Michael (Ian's Dad) and the rest of the Sheffields at this time. I love you all and wish God's blessings, particularly on Michael, as you deal with your continuing trial.

David Hall

January 19, 2016

We extend our deepest sympathy and our prayers to the family. Susan and Robin are such attributes to the Putnam County and Eatonton community and we are just so sorry for their loss.
Judy and Al Fain

Beverly Goss

January 18, 2016

I was fortunate to have known and loved Ian, from the time he was a very young little blond headed guy, until he became a special, unique grown man. Ian always excelled at everything he did and loved

Ian loved Kristen with a passion I've never seen before. He loved his family, nature, music, writing and working to make their home and yard beautiful. He loved all his animals, I think even the turtles.

If I had to pick one memory that was my favorite, it would have to be when Ian, Kristen, Jason, Crystal, Dorothy, Kim and myself ran in the Warrior Dash-5K. We ran through rivers of mud, climbed over cars, under barbed wire, walked ropes and jumped through fires. This was just a few years ago, and I never saw him so full of life, dripping with mud, beaming with satisfaction that he completed it. I remember his wet hair blowing in the wind while riding in the bed of a pickup truck, that we hitched a ride with, back to the cars. I'll remember that picture the rest of my life.

He loved his family and friends, and was fiercely loved back. I love you Ian, and can't wait to see you again. You are always in my heart. - Aunt Beverly

January 18, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Ian's passing. I pray that God gives you strength and peace, and may He wrap you in His everlasting arms of love.
John Jones Lilburn Ga ASLC.

Beverly Goss

January 18, 2016

I was fortunate to have known and loved Ian, from the time he was a very young little blond headed guy, until he became a special, unique grown man.

Ian always excelled at everything he did and loved. Ian loved Kristen with a passion I've never seen before.

He loved his family, nature, music, writing and working to make their home and yard beautiful. He loved all his animals, I think even the turtles.

If I had to pick one memory that was my favorite, it would have to be when Ian and Kristen, Jason and Crystal, Dotty and Kim and myself...Ran in the Warrior Dash 5 K. We ran through rivers of mud, climbed over cars, under bobwire, walked ropes and jumped through fires. This was just a few years ago, and I never saw him so full of life,
dripping with mud, beaming with satisfaction that he completed it. He was so happy, I'll remember that picture the rest of my life. He loved his family and friends, and was fiercely loved back. I Love You Ian,
and can't wait to see you again.
You are always in my heart.

Edna Free

January 18, 2016

My prayers are with Ian's family. I pray for peace for his family and friends. Rest in Ian

Suzanne Krause-Keil

January 18, 2016

OMG Dorothy!! No Words really. Ever mother's worst nightmare. I know Ian had been ill for sometime, and while he is now free from pain, I can only imagine the terrible loss you have endured. Simi and I think of you often and miss connecting with you - but will again soon. You are in our prayers

Dorothy Sheffied

January 17, 2016

I asked members of my family to send me stories and thoughts about times they were with Ian. I'm posting a few here because I believe that these small stories all paint a picture of how amazing Ian was and how much laughter and joy he brought to so many lives.
-Dorothy Sheffield

Here's one from Ian's Aunt Cathy:
I was up visiting with you & the boys one day & Hadley had made Ian mad about something. He said to me, Do little brothers ever get better & quit being so stupid? I said to him, Yes, they do. Your Dorothy is my little sister & they can totally drive you crazy." He smiled & said, I know Dorothy loves you a lot." I said to him and I love her so much too." He grinned & said, Then there's hope right?" I've thought about that a lot in the last few weeks

From his cousin Flo:
I remember the first time I met Ian. It was at Grandmother's place, kinda out in the country, close to Sandy. It was Christmas time and it was the Kuykendall Christmas get together. As I came into the house, I spotted this blond boy in a sea of dark heads. He was so cute! We went outside to play touch football and he came to play too. He was sooooooo shy but he hung in with all of those BIG Kuykendall boys! He had a cutting sense of humor which helped him fit right in with the rest of the guys. Glad I was blessed with that day!

Janie and John Seglund

January 17, 2016

As our hearts break for you all and as we pray, my favorite prayers are continuously coming to mind. I hope they also can comfort you. Janie and John Seglund
At Night.
O LORD, support us all the day long, until the shadows lengthen and the evening comes, and the busy world is hushed, and the fever of life is over, and our work is done. Then in thy mercy grant us a safe lodging, and a holy rest, and peace at the last. Amen.
For Guidance
Direct us, O Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favor, and further us with thy continual help; that in all our works begun, continued, and ended in thee, we may glorify thy holy Name, and finally, by thy mercy, obtain everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Rebecca Bullard

January 17, 2016

I knew Ian best through the stories and photographs of him shared with me by Michael, Dorothy and Hadley. I believe that Ian was thoughtful and thought-provoking, a writer, a gentle philosopher, a lover of nature, sports, family, and friends. He was a kind soul that cherished all that touched his heart. The earth was blessed by his presence. I wish his family and friends peace, rest, and joy in their memories of him.

7 years old. Ian was my favorite fullback.

Beverly Goss

January 17, 2016

1987, My sweet young nephew Ian

Beverly Goss

January 17, 2016

Bahamas

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

New Home Owner

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

New Home Owner

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Bahamas

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Onboard

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Bahamas

Dorothy Sheffield

January 17, 2016

Sara Kester

January 16, 2016

Kristen, may you find peace in the day's ahead.. they won't be easy, but you have the love of friends and family to guide you thru..God Bless... with love

Mike and Beth Breckenridge

January 16, 2016

Visiting The Sheffields and Ian was there with his big dog. Dorothy made a comment about how he was doing ok at college. Mike and I asked him so what does ok at college mean? He said "It means I study the art of drinking beer"

Bob Porter

January 16, 2016

Kristen, words cannot explain the pain my heart feels for your loss. Ian truly was a kind and talented man. I feel honored to have know him and called him my friend. I cherish the times spent with Ian doing home projects and talking.

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

The Sheffields

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Ian and Parrotheads

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Sleeping in the Bahamas

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Ian at Hadley's graduation

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Father and Son

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Ian and Lisa

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Ian with Dorothy (and Hadley)

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

The Kiss

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

In the Bahamas

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Ian and Cindy Lou Hoo

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

The brothers

Dorothy Sheffield

January 16, 2016

Aunt Jean and Uncle Clark, Godparents Russell

January 16, 2016

Jean and I never spent enough time with our godson. But while time lacked in quantity, it was always quality. We remember Ian as a deep creative thinker, and his company with us is among our fondest blessings. He is a lesson in grace, dignity, and courage. We are so thankful for him.

Ann Tunali

January 16, 2016

Dearest Susan, eventhough I didn't know Ian I feel like I did. Thank you for sharing your love and thoughts of your son with me over the years. It has been my priviledge to lift him up in song and praise to our Heavenly Father for a long time. We know Ian is but a step away standing before the throne of God in awe, basking in the light of His Holy Father God! You are a special part of our life and we mourn with you and your family. May God lift you up in a special way over the coming days and months! Ann Tunali, SENIOR NEWS Newspaper

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