Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
John Z. Shields, Jr. Jr.
John Z. Shields, Jr. Jr.
Obituary
Guest Book
John Shields, Jr. Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
He was preceded in death by his sons, Anthony Shields, Sr. and John Joseph Shields; daughter, Kimberly Shields; parents, Mary and John Z. Shields, Sr. ; grandson, Anthony Shields, Jr. ; sister and brother-in-law , Melba and Robert Bush, Sr..
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Marcia Lynne (Clark) Shields ; daughter, Penney Santiago (Ray); grandchildren, J.T. Woodruff (Stephanie) , Clinton Woodruff (Stephanie) , Gretchen Santiago (Joe) , Justin Shields, Jessica Shields, Braden Shields, Ryan Shields, Savannah Yates, Daniel Swartz (Tori) and Justise Burns ; great grandchildren, Ethan Hawthorne (Nicole), Brianna Hawthorne, Braden Woodruff, Scarlette Pitts, Lillian Pitts, Elijah Tufts, Samuel Campbell, Bradley Woodruff and Paisley Shields; great great grandchildren, Atlas and Malachi ; nieces and nephews, Robin Bush, Robert Bush, Jr. (Christy), Natasha Bush, Robert Bush, III, Michael Bush Bush, Matthew Bush, Quinette Hayes, Eric Hefley, Harley Clark and Sean Clark; extended family, Kacie Caudill (Hunter) and his 2 beloved dogs, Romo and Sugar.
His funeral will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday August 13, 2025 at Schmid Funeral Home in Mt. Washington with burial to follow in Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1 Entry
Phil Hibbs
August 10, 2025
Rest easy my friend, in the arms of our Savior Jesus Chris, may the family find comfort knowing he has escaped from pain and suffering.
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.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
9500 Highway 44 E, Mount Washington, KY 40047
Make a Donation
in John Shields, Jr.'s name
People and places connected with John
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support John'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 John Shields, Jr.'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
