John F. Shields

John F. Shields

John Shields Obituary

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SHIELDS - John F., on August 27, 2007 of N. Babylon Age 86. Retired Captain NYC Fire Department after 36 years. WWII Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Katherine M. Shields. Dearest Father of Barbara (Anthony) Daniele and Robert F. (Janet) Shields. Loving grandfather of Ryan, Matthew, Gina, Alyssa and Mariel. Cherished great-grandfather of Thea. Reposing at Mangano Funeral Home, Inc. 1701 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park Tuesday and Wednesday 2-5 and 7-9:30PM. Funeral Mass Thursday 10:15AM. Ss. Cyril & Methodius RC Church. Interment Calverton National Cemetery Calverton, NY.

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August 28, 2007

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August 28, 2007

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August 28, 2007

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Dick Reichel

August 28, 2007

John was a great guy. I first met him and worked for him when he came
to E-214. God, that was a long time ago.
My most sincere condolences, I am very sorry for your loss.

Dick Reichel

August 28, 2007

A Great Guy ! May he rest in peace.
I first met him and worked for him when he came to E-214.
God that was a long time ago. My most sincere condolences to his Family. I'm very sorry for your loss.

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