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Alexander Shiell Obituary

Guyton - Alexander (Bubba) Shiell, Jr. Mr. Alexander (Bubba) Shiell Jr. passed away on September 7th, 2019 at his home in Guyton, Ga after an extended and courageous battle with throat cancer. He was surrounded by his loving wife and four children.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alexander G. Shiell Sr. and Vera Strickland Shiell of Savannah; and his sister Jean Shiell Thigpen of Prattville, Alabama.

Surviving Mr. Shiell are his wife of 48 years Sandra Kay Shiell; his daughter Angela Shiell Caldwell (Bubba) of Tybee Island; his sons James Warren Shiell (Paul) of Warren, OH, Jason Alexander Shiell (Morgan) Rincon, and Kevin Michael Shiell of Wilton Manors, FL; and his brother E. Michael Shiell of Springfield. He is also survived by his grandchildren Robbie (Stephanie) of Guyton, Corey (Brittany) of Rincon, Lacey (Zac) of Savannah, Maddox, and Porter; his great-grandchildren Abigayle, Grayson, Saylor Rae, Lylli Jo, and Asher; and several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Shiell was born on June 19th, 1947 in Savannah Georgia. He graduated from Savannah Christian Preparatory School in 1965, served in the Air National Guard, was a member of Local Union 188 (where he taught) and retired from Georgia Power. He and his wife lived and raised their children in Savannah, Georgia until they moved to Guyton, Ga in 2005.

Mr. Shiell was known as an avid outdoorsman with several hobbies including hunting, fishing, shrimping, coaching little league baseball, and as a Director of the USSSA Softball League. He loved being around other people, volunteered as a Bell Ringer for The Salvation Army, had a passion for helping and inspiring others, and supported several people with drug/alcohol abuse and addiction matters. He was known by everyone for his sense of humor as well as his love and devotion to his family. He was larger than life, full of laughter and love, and a teller of entertaining stories, which he enjoyed exaggerating.

Mr. Shiell was an active member of Ardsley Park Baptist Church of Savannah where he sang in the choir and served as a Deacon for several years, as well as being a leader in the RA Youth Program and leading several camping trips. Upon his move to Guyton, he became a member of Band of Brothers, and he and his wife joined the First Baptist Church of Rincon where he served the Lord until his death.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at the funeral home.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at First Baptist Church of Rincon.

Interment will follow in Eastside Cemetery in Statesboro.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to First Baptist Church of Rincon.

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel. 7546421 Savannah Morning News September 9, 2019

Published by Savannah Morning News on Sep. 9, 2019.
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Kay and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Bubba will always hold a bright spot in my memories. He was quite an individual, working partner and good friend.

Larry Wilson

September 12, 2019

I am so sorry for you lost. Mr. Bubba was one of a kind. Our thoughts and prayer to you and your family. My boys always like hanging around Mr. Bubba they always thought he was so much fun. Brandon sends his love. Missy

Melissa Clark

September 10, 2019

I am sorry for your lost Ms.Kay. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family. My boys were sure crazy about ya'll. Brandon sends his love. Missy

Missy Cark

September 10, 2019

I will always remember Bubba. He was one of a kind! He was so fun to be around... his stories were infamous. We will all miss him. Sending love and prayers to all the Shiell family.

Becky Murphy

September 9, 2019

Kay and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that God will comfort you during this very difficult time.

Vicki Carter

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September 9, 2019

So sorry for your loss . Bubba was always a joy to be around and oh so funny ! I will always remember his stories . Sure will miss him . May GOD comfort and Bless you .

Robbie Walker

September 9, 2019

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2460 Highway 21 South, Rincon, GA 31326

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