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1933
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Diane Shields Obituary
Norton Shores
Diane Mae Shields, age 90, passed away Saturday, June 24, 2023 at Chestnut Fields Living Center. She was born May 23, 1933 in Ashland, WI to Hugh and Gladys (Katon) McCarl and lived in the Muskegon area most of her life. Diane married Patrick Owen Shields on October 11, 1952 in Muskegon and he preceded her in death on March 20, 2022. Diane worked 24 years as a floor supervisor at J.C. Penney and later worked at Wendy's restaurant and as the lunchroom monitor for Muskegon Catholic Central High School where she retired in 2019. Diane volunteered many years for the Lenten Fish Fry's at MCC, the Michigan Irish Music Festival and the Muskegon Polish Festival. She was an avid fan of the Detroit Lions and MCC Football. Her passion for her family and attending the many sporting events for her grandkids were top priority for Diane. She was a longtime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Survivors include 3 children, Mark (Sandy) Shields, Kurt (Maribeth) Shields, Kim Helton; 7 grandchildren, Stacey (Matt) Dundon, Christy Shields, Justin Shields, Jamie (Adam) Kushman, Ashley Shields, Logan Helton, Payton Helton; 9 great-grandchildren, Jacob Sladick, Maddison Dundon, Kendal Shields, X-Zavien Shields, Brody Dundon, Leo Shields, Becham Shields, Everett Kushman, Sterling Kushman; 1 brother, Jack (Ellen) McCarl; 1 sister, Kay (Richard) Seymour; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and 1 brother, Robert McCarl. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Friday, June 30, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (150 E. Summit Ave) with Rev. Fr. Douglas A. Braun presiding. Visitation will be held one hour prior to Mass in the Victor Miller Room at Sacred Heart. Interment will take place at St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements handled by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St, Norton Shores, MI 49444. Sign the online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com
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Marlene Kuhn
July 1, 2023
Diane Mc Carl Shields lived up to what was said about her in St. Mary High School Year Book: "Laughing, Talking, was lots of fun when her shorthand work was done." May she be at rest now that her 90th year has been completed. A 1951 classmate Marlene Boyle Kuhn who just turned 90 on June 18th. Many blessings to her extended family. I'm sure when she meets God that he will say that her work was well done.
Paul Cole and Mary Tomaras
June 30, 2023
Jack,
So sorry for your loss. I'm sure that you have many great memories to keep close in your heart.
Paul Cole and Mary Tomaras
Drew Stewart
June 29, 2023
I was very fortunate to know Diane & Pat growing up. Diane always treated me as one of her own as well as Pat. Best homemade pizza I have ever had! Mark, Kurt & Kim, please rest your thoughts in knowing that your Mom is securely in the hands of the Lord. You are always in my prayers.
Jaime Christenson
June 28, 2023
Diane was a wonderful supervisor at JCPenneys.
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