Steven R. Shields Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Steven R. Shields, 67, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 9:15 a.m. Monday, April 7, 2014 at his home. Steve was born December 28, 1946 in Danville, IL. He was the son of Donald and Margaret (Bernard) Shields. He married the love of his life, Janice Smith on July 3, 1970, in Rossville, IL, at the Rossville Church of Christ. She survives in Hoopeston. He is survived by his mother, Margaret and four amazing children, Steven (Tara) Shields , Angela (Chad) Johnson, Clinton Shields and Ashley (Chris) Roberts all of Hoopeston, IL. Steve also is survived by ten grandchildren and one on the way; four brothers, Jim (Carolyn) Bernard, Don Shields, Michael Shields, and Randy (Joan) Shields and one sister, Paula Abbott. Steve was preceded in death by his father, Don and two sisters, Sheila Cooper and Janet Abbott and one sister -in-law, Patricia Shields. Steve was a self-employed contractor for many years. He was a member of the Rossville Church of Christ. Steve enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren “the loves of his life”. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Memorials may be made to Rossville Church of Christ 514 E. Attica Rossville, 60963 or to the St. Jude Tribute Program P.O .Box 1000, Dept. 142 Memphis, TN 38148-0142.

Steven R. Shields

December 28, 1946 - April 7, 2014