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THERESA SHIELDS Obituary

SHIELDS, Theresa C. (Shields) Of Walpole, formerly of Dedham, May 20, 2018. Beloved wife of the late John J. Shields. Devoted mother of Eileen Borzilleri of Dedham, John Shields of Dedham, Nancy McGinn of Dedham, Susan Monteiro of Scituate, Kathleen O'Donnell of Attleboro, Robert Shields of Walpole, Patricia Shields of Norwood, Jane Curran of Dedham, Kelly Carmichael of Walpole, William Shields of Westwood, and the late Mary Ellen Shields. Also survived by 14 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Sister of Charles Shields of Alton, NH. Predeceased by 9 brothers and 2 sisters. Theresa was a retired Real Estate Broker and worked at Park Snows and Filene's but most of all she enjoyed her family. Funeral from the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home, 456 High St., DEDHAM, Thursday, May 24 at 9am followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church, Dedham at 10am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours at the funeral home, Wednesday, May 23 from 4-8pm. Interment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Theresa's memory to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016. Online guestbook and directions at gfdoherty.com. George F. Doherty & Sons Dedham 781-326-0500

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Published by Boston Globe from May 21 to May 23, 2018.

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Sean Downey

April 13, 2025

Terry Shields,was one of a kind, Just a very wonderful Human being and a great person to know!! RIP.

Susan monteiro

May 15, 2024

I miss my wonderful mom every day but I´m happy she is happy with my father and nephew up in heaven god bless love Suzy !

Susan monteiro

November 20, 2022

I love you mom and miss you so very much

Gail Cronin and Family

May 24, 2018

Our deepest sympathy to Terry's family.

Bob & Rita Bryan

May 23, 2018

Hi John, Rita and I are sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. Hope everything is good with you.

Gaby & Bob Koch

May 22, 2018

Our heartfelt condolences to the Shields family. We are so sorry for your loss. May you find strength in your memories of her.

Ann , Myra, & Carolyn Kenny

May 22, 2018

Terri, you gave light to many people over your lifetime. Thank You for that! Now it's your time to receive the Blessings of Everlasting Light in Heaven. R.I.P

Ann, Myra & Carolyn Kenny

May 22, 2018

Our Sincere Sympathy and Condolences to the Shields Family at this saddened time.

Terri, a true caring friend to everybody around her at all times. Sincere and generous in every way. Truly loved and will be greatly missed by all.

Terri, May you Rest In Peace with your beloved Husband John. Together Again!

Ginny Lane

May 22, 2018

My deepest condolences to the Shields family for the loss of their mother. She was a wonderful woman who cared deeply for her family & friends. If there is anything i can do please let me know. Rest in peace!

Jim Sullivan

May 22, 2018

God Bless Mrs. Shields, and watch over her family during this difficult time. She raised her own family and helped many others with her huge heart and selflessness. She was a wonderful woman.

Jimmy Sullivan

Susan Monteiro

May 21, 2018

My mom was the very best mom you could ever ask for. Loving, caring and always worked 1,2,3 jobs at a time to feed and clothe her children she was such an amazing mother and she was my everything. I will truly miss my Wednesday's with her and our quality time we shared I love you and you will always be in my heart I will never ever forget you love Susie xxx ooo

Peggy Sullivan

May 21, 2018

Theresa was like a second mother, many years ago, to many children in Roslindale. It was one big happy neighborhood.

She will be missed!

Peggy Sullivan

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Memorial Events
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May

23

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Dedham

456 High Street, Dedham, MA 02026

May

24

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Dedham

456 High Street, Dedham, MA 02026

May

24

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Mary's Church

Dedham, MA

May

24

Interment

St. Joseph's Cemetery,

West Roxbury, MA

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George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Dedham

456 High Street, Dedham, MA 02026

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