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1930
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2015
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Henry Shea Obituary
He was born on Aug. 22, 1930, in Haverhill, Mass. the son of the late Henry M. and Jessie N. (Merrill) Shea. He was raised and educated in Haverhill and graduated from the Haverhill Trade School, Class of 1949.
Henry was a decorated U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War.
Henry worked for Brentwood Furniture in Haverhill, Mass. as a production supervisor with 35 years of service when the company closed in 1988. He owned and operated Shea's Colonial Furniture in Plaistow, from 1955 to 1996.
He dedicated his time and talent as a Cub Scout Leader for Pack 18 in Plaistow for 20 years. Henry had a very special way with children. Although he was a large man, with a booming voice, he had a very kind and gentle demeanor that put children at ease. Henry was a very spiritual man and an active member and participant in various capacities at Mary Mother of The Church in Newtown.
Henry is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth J. "Betty" (Richard) Shea of Plaistow. His daughter, Anne E. Yates of Andover. His brother, Donald J. Shea and wife, Romaine of Haverhill, Mass. His sister, Nancy Hadfield of Ohio. His grandchildren, Matthew S. Shea of Sandown and Jennifer E. Richardson of Bradford. His great-granddaughter, Elizabeth P. Richardson. His dear friend, Paul MacKendry and wife, Beth of Plaistow. Many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive him.
Henry was pre-deceased by his son, Michael H. Shea in 1994.
Family and friends are invited to attend Mr. Shea's Life Celebration on Tuesday, Sept. 8, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main Street (Rt. 121A), Plaistow.
His funeral will begin at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. Luke the Evangelist Parish at Mary Mother of The Church in Newton.
Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery in Haverhill, Mass.
Donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Please visit brooksidechapelfh.com to sign the on-line guest book.
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Memories and Condolences
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5 Entries
Audrey & James Peck
September 18, 2015
Your incredible service to the youth of Plaistow in Scouting is your legacy. You will never be forgotten for your patience, kindness, and your desire to keep the adventure of scouting alive for generations of Plaistow boys. Rest in Peace, Henry!
Diane Hoyt-Ranlett
September 8, 2015
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Shea family, he was a wonderful man
Ellie & Jim Florence
September 8, 2015
Cindi and family, Jim & I just wanted to send you all our sympathy for your loss. We pray that although gone never forgotten your memories will help to keep your Uncle close in thoughts and hearts. RIP
Paula Plante
September 5, 2015
Please, if anyone has Facebook, there are so many condolence messages for Henry's family on there. What a wonderful, kind and gentle man. I grew up feeling as if I was part of his 'family'. I don't think I ever saw him without a smile on his face. My deepest and sincerest sympathy to Betty and Anne. My heart breaks for your loss.
September 5, 2015
My sincerest sympathy. May the God of all comfort strengthen your family during this time of sorrow. Those who die God keeps in his memory because he cares, they are precious in his eyes. Psalms:116:15
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