Paul H. Shields

Shields, Paul H.
(1919-2012) Paul was born on January 31, 1919 in Walshville, Il., the fourth child of Elbert and Etta Shields. Paul was called home by our Heavenly Father on September 6, 2012. Paul grew up and attended schools in Litchfield, Ill., passing away just days before his 73rd high school reunion. He began his military career by joining the National Guard. He served his country for 5 years, including combat duty in Europe during WWII. He moved to Arizona in 1947 and graduated from ASU. He became a mail carrier in Phoenix and served for 30 years. He and his wife were blessed with a son (who preceded him in death in 1998), and three daughters: Debra Gurth, Laura Squires and Lynda Caley. He is also survived by 3 granddaughters and 2 grandsons. In 1984 he met his significant other, Irene Mc Mann, a military widow. After many years of traveling they decided to visit the Payson area and settled in Star Valley for 9 years before moving to Payson. They joined Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church in 1991. He was an active member of Elks Lodge 2154 for 25 years. He will be sorely missed by all those who knew and loved him. Services will be held Saturday, September 15, 2012, at 11am at Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church. Ashes to be scattered. The family requests that memorials may be made to the Shepherd of Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane, Payson, AZ 85541 or Hospice Compassus of Payson. 512 Mudsprings Rd., Payson, AZ 85541.