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James Shea Obituary
- - November 14, 1955 ~ July 27th, 2019
On Saturday, July 27th, 2019, James D. Shea, Jr. (Jim or Jimmy Shea), a loving husband, father and grandfather passed away in his home at the age of 63.
Jim was born in Butte, Montana on November 14th, 1955, the oldest child of six to James and Eileen Shea. The Shea's moved to Lynnwood, Washington where Jim spent most of his childhood. He moved to Arizona in 1970 where he lived out the rest of his life doing what he loved.
He was a graduate from Coronado High School in 1975. On April 15th, 1993 Jim married his best friend and the love of his life, Denise (Wayns) Shea, together they raised two children and welcomed two cherished grandchildren.
Jim was a skilled carpenter for many years, later becoming a general contractor and entrepreneur. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to spend his free time hunting, fishing and camping. Nothing meant more to Jim than his family and friends. He was loving, strong and generous. He had an infectious smile, identifiable laugh and could tell stories that would make you laugh until you cried. Jim was never afraid to stand up for what he believed in. He will be remembered for his love in watching John Wayne movies and listening to The Beatles songs and passing the appreciation on to his children.
Jim is preceded in death by his father James D. Shea Sr. and his mother Eileen Shea. He leaves behind his wife Denise (Wayns) Shea, their children Ashley Shea Fletchall (Travis) and Michael Shea, grandchildren Aubrie Fletchall and Emmett Fletchall, his siblings Steve Shea (Brenda), Bill Shea (Kathy), Bart Shea (Cheryl), Mary Shea Laney (Greg), Daniel Shea (Cheryl), as well as several nieces nephews and cousins. He also leaves behind his appreciated and beloved in-laws, Charles and Kyoko Wayns and many dear old friends.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to be made in Jim's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Drive, Memphis, TN 38105.
www.stjude.org
He will be dearly missed and never forgotten.
In my life - I love you more. (The Beatles)
Announcement Address; 13819 N. Kendal Drive, Suite A, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Shea
Ashley Shea Fletchall
July 29, 2020
It’s been one year, 365 days.. since you left this life for whatever comes next and still the pain feels brand new, there hasn’t been a day where I don’t think about it or don’t shed a tear for you. Time keeps passing without you but part of of us will always be stuck on that day last July where our lives changed forever and we lost the most pivotal person in our world. You’ll always be the strongest person I have ever met and I will never stop missing and needing you. I don’t pretend to understand how the universe works or what God has planned but I know you were gone too soon. I love you Daddy
Ashley Fletchall
October 31, 2019
My birthday sucked...
I hate that you weren't able to wake me up singing this year.
I miss you... the holidays are making this even harder... I love you dad.
August 26, 2019
Jim, you will always be my one and only, the love of my life. I miss you dearly and I pray that when my time comes that we will be together again.
In my life, I love you more!
Dirk Westerfer
August 11, 2019
I am so shocked and saddened to hear about Jim. Jim was such a cool and funny guy. As with all of the Shea Family, we all went to school together at Coronado High and partied together, as well. To Bart, Steve, Bill and the rest of the Shea Family, my deepest condolences to you all.
Cindy Joe
August 10, 2019
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace that you seek.
Pamela DeVore
August 5, 2019
Condolences to all the Sheas. I know how much family means in the Shea family. Special hugs to brother-in-law Bill Shea.
Ashley Shea Fletchall
August 4, 2019
Daddy...
This is the hardest thing I have ever had to write, seeing it here is even harder. I can't believe you're really gone.. we love you so much.
Thomas Whitney
August 2, 2019
My condolences to the Shea family..Jim was a great friend in high school and beyond
Thomas Whitney
August 2, 2019
My condolences to the Shea family. Tom Whitney
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