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Marlene Shields Obituary

Shields, Marlene A. (nee Franz) 79, passed away Wednesday, November 20, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family. She was born July 26, 1934, in Waukegan, Illinois, to the late Robert and Marie Franz. She retired from OMC after 32 years of service. Marlene cherished spending time with family and friends, and enjoyed polka dancing with her husband Gene. Marlene and Gene recently celebrated 62 years of marriage. She is survived by her loving husband, Eugene Shields; her children, William (Marie) Shields, Sharon (Hugh) Smith, and Kathleen (David) Wendricks; 7 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; her sister, Donna (Edward) Bukantis; and her brother, Robert (Jane) Franz. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Marlene's memory to Alzheimer's Association. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 24, at Peterson & Patch Funeral Home, 408 North Sheridan Road, Waukegan, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Peterson & Patch Funeral Home on Monday, November 25, at 10:00 a.m.

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Published by News Sun from Nov. 22 to Nov. 28, 2013.

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Annette Torgerson

November 25, 2013

To Gene and all The Shields family:
So sorry to hear of your loss . I have fond memories of Marlene, she was such a sweetie. She was so lucky to have Gene and family so close till the end. Dave and I will donate $20.00 to Alzheimer's foundation in her memory.
Dave & Nuppy Torgerson

Kathy Dickson

November 24, 2013

Gene, Bill, Sharon, and Kathy, So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Marlene from my younger years. She was a classy lady inside and out! Praying for each of you,

November 24, 2013

Gene and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Marlene will be missed. Carole Otis and Family

Linda Robbins

November 23, 2013

Bob and Jane, So sorry to hear of the passing of your sister. God Bless to you and your family.

November 22, 2013

Gene and Family, so sorry to read of Marlenes passing. I remember her from many years ago, when you were first married. Deepest sympathy, Terrie (Mitzi Zorc) Morrissey

Catherine Shields

November 22, 2013

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the whole family. I will always remember Aunt Marlene with a hug and a smile no matter what. God Bless.

November 22, 2013

I remember Marlene from Shield/Juncer parties, and always saw her as so pretty, classy, gracious and especially kind. She has left a wonderful legacy in her children and grandchildren. I hope you can take comfort in knowing you will see her again. Love and sympathy, Nadine(Juncer) Kawa.

wells

November 22, 2013

Dear Shields Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Shield's passing. She was a lovely lady! May wonderful memories live in your hearts forever, and may your friends and family surround you with love.

God Bless,

Patty & Wayne

Alyssa Leonard

November 22, 2013

Love and miss you grandma?

Paula

November 22, 2013

A smile that lit up the world and warmed our hearts. You will be truly missed.

Jeanette & Maury Brancamp

November 22, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Although we did not know Marlene, we know she was a wonderful Mom and Grandma, from knowing Kathy and Carrie. Your family is in our prayers.

Ellen Blake

November 22, 2013

Kathy and Carrie and all your family, I'm sorry for your loss! Carry your memories of her with you and you'll keep her near!
Loving thoughts to you all,
Ellen, Ken, Alyssa and Matthew Blake

Heather Leonard

November 22, 2013

Cherished memories of you will last forever. I love you Grandma <3

November 22, 2013

Sending prayers to all the family...

Kathy Sjostrom Swift and Family

Casey Garcia

November 22, 2013

Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Surely, Grandma Shields lives in in so many wonderful memories. -The Hooks Family

November 22, 2013

Our condolences to the entire family. We've heard about the many fun times and memories that have been created being around Marlene and Eugene. She will truly be missed but always remembered.
Love to all,
Bob and Gloria Hlousek Sr

Carrie

November 22, 2013

My grandmother is greatly loved and will be forever missed! The legend of our corn curl summer days will live on in your memory! XO

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