Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Helen Shields Obituary
Helen G. Shields
Helen G. Shields, 68, of Village Drive, Waynesboro, Virginia, passed away Saturday, October 3, 2009, at her home, following a long, courageous battle with various illnesses.
She was born September 23, 1941, in Richmond, a daughter of Coiner Edgar and Lucille Marie Gibson.
She was raised in the Brethren Church. Helen loved her family and was very close to her granddaughters. She was also a lover of animals. Along with her husband, she was a co-founder of Shields Construction Company and Shields Self Storage.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Timothy W. Shields.
Surviving are her husband, Thomas I. Shields of Waynesboro; two sons, Thomas I. Shields Jr. and his wife, Jennifer, of Waynesboro, and Todd Shields of Santa Monica, California; one brother and his wife, Wayne C. and Brenda Gibson of Vesuvius; two granddaughters, Hannah and Heather Shields; a number of nieces and nephews; and a very special family friend, Sheila Toms.
A service will be conducted 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 7, 2009, at McDow Funeral Home by the Reverend Rolo Castillo. Interment will follow at Augusta Memorial Park.
Active pallbearers will be Ron Beebe, Craig Dovel, Wes Folger, Jerry Moran, Larry Toms, and P.G. Ward.
The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 p.m. Tuesday, October 6, 2009, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the AMC Hospice of the Shenandoah, 64 Sports Medicine Drive, Fishersville, VA 22939.
At the family's request there will be no public viewing.
Family and friends may sign the guest register at mcdowfuneralhomeinc.com.
This obituary was originally published in the News Virginian.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
John Chavan
October 28, 2009
Dear Tommy (Chief), Mrs. Shields was very dear to me. Myself and my family will alway's have fond memories of her. Our sincere prayer's are with all of you.
October 14, 2009
Tommy, Sr.,
I am so sorry for your loss. Helen was a special friend. She could always make me laugh. May you always remember the special times that you both had together. Angie~Waynesboro
Angie E
October 14, 2009
Tommy, Sr.,
I am so sorry for your loss. Helen was a special friend. She could always make me laugh. May you always remember the speical times that you both had together.
Debbie Frazier
October 8, 2009
Tommy, I am sorry for the loss of your mother - you are in my thoughts and prayers.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Larra Koiner, RN
October 7, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jean Friel
October 7, 2009
Hi Tommy& Family, I rejoice today with you. Helen does not have anymore pain. She has been made whole in our Lord. It was such a privilege to be with you and Helen a few years ago and lead her to the Lord. We need to all be ready to meet her again. She has gone before us. God bless and keep you Love Lyle&Jean Friel
October 7, 2009
October 07,2009
Tommy and family, so many times I have been to Waynesboro and wanted to visit Helen. Last week-end was one of those times but I didn't want to just drop in. There are many good memories of our friend Helen as we were growing up on Charlotte Avenue. Our deepest sympathy.
Shirley Dudley, Peggy Dove & Sammy Painter
Herman & Jeanette Shiflett
October 6, 2009
Tommy and family, our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Many good memories of our cousin, Helen. God Bless all.
Connie Henderson
October 6, 2009
Tommy and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I have many good memories of time spent with my cousin, Helen, when we were very young. Even though we were not always in touch with one another she remained very close to my heart. As she and I discussed during our telephone conversation last fall, family is so special to both of us. We will be praying for you.
Jill Clark
October 6, 2009
Tommy,
I know your mom had to be extremely proud of you and all that you do for so many others; to the entire family, I offer my condolences. May you treasure your fond memories. I care. fondly, Jill Watson Clark
Boys and Girls Club
Jo Ann Windham
October 5, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tisha Howdyshell
October 5, 2009
Helen was a very special person...she is someone that will live on in my memories forever. She will be missed and loved always. Her family and friends will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam Goldman
October 5, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Marilyn Durham
October 5, 2009
My deepest sympathy to Tommy and all of the family in this time of loss. You are on the hearts of many during this time. May you feel the peace and comfort. God be with each of you.
October 5, 2009
I was very saddened by reading this. May God bless you during this most difficult of times. Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with you.
Dave Garber & Staff
Fishburne Pharmacy
Showing 1 - 15 of 15 results
Make a Donation
in Helen Shields's name
People and places connected with Helen
Recent Obituaries
How to support Helen's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Helen Shields's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored