Harold V. Shea Jr.
1927 - 2013
Harold V. Shea Jr.
1927 - 2013
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BORN
1927
DIED
2013
Harold Shea Obituary
Mr. Shea was born in Jersey City, 2/17/27. Educated in the public school system, attending Dickinson HS; he dropped out in his senior year to serve his country & enlisted in the Marine Corps during WWII. After his honorable discharge, he was employed by the NY Shipping Association as a deep-sea cargo checker. He completed his high school education, at night, receiving his diploma from St. Peters.
He married, Regina M. Schmitt, of Secaucus, in 1952. Their son Harold F. Shea was born in 1957.
In 1952 Harold was appointed to the Jersey City Police Dept., assigned to the Motorcycle Squad for 15 years. He was promoted to full Detective until his retirement in 1980 after receiving 7 departmental commendations and an honorable mention. Harold later worked for the Alps Restaurant.
Mr. Shea was pre-deceased by his beloved wife, Regina, nee Schmitt, in 1983, his son, Harold F. Shea, October 2012, & his longtime loving companion & sweetheart, Rose J. Bruno, of Secaucus, December 2012.
Mr. Shea was supportive & active in many organizations.
He was past State President of the NJ State Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police, Local Lodge #4. Past President of the Homer Harkness detachment of the U.S. Marine Corps, member of the NJ State Honor Legion, member of NJ Retired Police & Firemen Association & member of Secaucus American Legion. Harold was also V.P. of the Green Dolphin Condo Association in Tarpon Springs, Florida where he joined the popular ranks of "Snowbird" in 1985.
Harold is survived by his sister, Joan Miele, of Jackson, NJ, & Family. The Schmitt Family of Secaucus, The Bruno Family of Waldwick, The Pavlovich Family of Allendale & numerous nieces, nephews & cousins. Visitation will be held on Thursday January 2, 2014 from 2 PM to 6 PM at Mack Memorial Home, 1245 Paterson Plank, Secaucus. The family will gather at the funeral home with their relatives and friends on Friday at 9:00 AM for a 10:00 AM funeral mass at Immaculate Conception Church. Entombment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington, NJ. Donations in lieu of flowers would be appreciated. Please send donations to Seeing Eye Dogs: 10 Washington Valley Road, Morristown, NJ 07960 seeingeye.org 973-539-4425. Please send tributes & condolences to www.mackmemorialhome.com
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sierra brown
October 14, 2014
God bless, uncle Harold. Thank you .
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February 4, 2014
Harold you were the best, I'm sorry I couldn't be there to send you off but I'm sure ,knowing you you'd understand.
god bless your friend
Bernie Kahrar
Rose's Birthday
February 3, 2014
Harold & Rose 06/20/2004
January 31, 2014
Wedding 6/20/2004
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January 15, 2014
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY--HAROLD BESIDES BEING A GGOD FRIEND WAS ONE OF THE BEST WITH THE JCPD BOBBY BERCKES (PAPD )
Rev. 21:4 ~ Kim
January 7, 2014
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Jim Sharrock
January 1, 2014
Harold was one of the best members of our greatest generation. Imagine, he left High School in his senior year to join the United States Marine Corp. At that time everyone would assume that he would be in the first wave to invade Japan.That's how Harold was never afraid to take on any challenge.
With the JCPD he assumed other challenges. As President of JC Lodge #4 he faced a lot of issues but he never forgot that the men he represented came first. As State President he did the same.God Bless you Harold. I hope you & Bob Kelly & Ben Ricciardi are having a good laugh at our expense.
January 1, 2014
Harold was loved by so many of us at Tamaron. Sam & Jean Hoffman
Always Loved Christmas!
December 31, 2013
John&Carol Muntone
December 31, 2013
Harold was a dear friend who will be remembered for his generosity,loyalty and good humor.Rest in peace.
Harold & Rose...A couple who loved Christmas!
Lauren Pavlovich
December 31, 2013
My dearest Uncle Harold, how heavy my heart is over your loss, how lucky we all have been to have known you. How proud we all are of your many accomplishments throughout your long, successful and a life well lived. Rest now and be reunited with our Auntie Rose and the many loved ones you so sorely missed. Enjoy everlasting life. You touched many souls. Always in my heart, Lauren
Mark Pavlovich
December 31, 2013
I'll be repeating your stories for a long time, thanks for being part of the family Uncle Harold. See you on the other side.
Donna Roberts
December 31, 2013
Deepest sympathy to family and friends. I hope you will be comforted by your memories.
carl Brown
December 31, 2013
To a gentle giant and a friend /RIP
December 31, 2013
God bless Harold and his family during this emotional time. Harold was a good friend for over 40 years and a well respected detective. You will be missed but never forgotten
Bernie Kahrar
Larry Mullane
December 31, 2013
A United States Marine,a fine man and a Jersey City Cop, What could be better than that. Rest in Peace
Norma & John Dubiel
December 31, 2013
Harold was a great guy, may he rest in peace .
j kevin moran
December 31, 2013
Harold we shared many interesting events, on the Wheel's and in the Precinct's Rest in Peace.
George Graham
December 31, 2013
Thanks. Rest in peace.
George
Joseph Miele Jr.
December 30, 2013
Uncle Harold,I will miss you, think of you often and always remember your stories and our good times.
Bernadette Ventura Murphy
December 28, 2013
I've known Harold since I was a small child in Jersey City and he was a dear friend over the years. Deepest sympathy to family and friends.
Bernadette Ventura-Warfel
December 27, 2013
My Dearest Harold and closest friend. I am so saddened by your passing but know that you are in the Lord's hands. Deepest sympathy to your family and friends. I shall celebrate our time together for years to come. Love.
Art Thompson
December 27, 2013
Our deep sympathy to Harold's family. He was a good friend of our dad, Jim Thompson and we met him on numerous occasions, both in NJ and Florida.
He told great stories and was very enjoyable to be with.
We were sad to hear of his passing and will miss seeing him in Florida this coming year.
Our dad will miss him very much.
Condolences to his family.
Blanche & Art Thompson
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