Robert Lee Shields, 72, of Belleville, Illinois, was born on Thursday, March 24, 1949. On April 30, 2021, surrounded by his wife and children, Robert went home to be with Jesus.
Robert married Linda on October 20, 1979, and together they have four children, Rosie, Kyle, Christine, and Brandon. Robert was a devoted and loving spouse, as well as a very caring and fun father. Throughout the years, he worked at Stag Brewery and Belleville School District #118. He was a very hard worker and very strong. He loved building things, and helping others, but as years passed and his health declined, Robert would enjoy car rides with Linda and watching the show, “Gunsmoke”. He was a favorite to many and will be remembered for his funny, yet kind and caring ways. Robert will be remembered as a fighter, he fought till the very end.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Brother: Eugene May
- Sister-in-law: Carol Deffenbaugh
Surviving are his:
- Wife: Linda, nee Kramer, Shields
- Children
- Rosie (Pete) Hoffman of Smithton, IL
- Kyle Shields (Fiancée Brianna) of Belleville, IL
- Christine Shields of Belleville, IL
- Brandon Shields of Swansea, IL
- Mother: Doris, nee Driver, May of Belleville, IL
- Grandchildren
- Savannah
- Chloe
- Karson
- Kendall
- Brother: David (Georgia) May of Belleville, IL
- Special cousin: Dale (Sharon) Woodruff of Millstadt, IL
- Brother’s and sister’s- law
- Michael (Janis) Kramer
- Gail (Kevin) Davis
- Jane (Calvin) Kendrick
- Susan (Ken) Genin
- David (Marcella) Kramer
- Maryann (Jay) Schnur
- Other cousins, nieces and nephews.
John 17:4 – I have glorified Thee on the Earth: I have finished the work which Thou has given me to do.
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Shields Family C/O Linda Shields
Visitation: Visitation from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, Illinois.
Funeral: Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Kurrus Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Green Mount Protestant Cemetery, Belleville, IL.
5 Comments To "Robert Lee Shields"
#1 Comment By Roger Lee Agee On May 6, 2021 @ 12:35 pm
Robert was my friend since 8th grade; we were like brothers. I talk often of him, Dale & Woody and the good times we had while growing up in Belleville. We got into a lot of minor trouble together, but helped to keep each other straight.
He’ll be missed. Thank you Robert for the good times.
“The Lee Boys” — Robert Lee, Dale Lee, Roger Lee and others. . .
#2 Comment By Carol Mullins On May 16, 2021 @ 7:30 am
I am so sorry for the loss to this extraordinary family. We’ve been neighbors for 19 years and Robert was always a bright spot in my day. He always had a pat on the head for my pack of dogs and a kind smile for me.
#3 Comment By Nancy May Obermiller On May 30, 2021 @ 9:39 pm
I just saw of Roberts passing. For Linda and the kids and to Mom and brother Dave, I send my deepest sympathy.
Its been many years but he was a very good mine. May you find peace and comfort in the months ahead.
#4 Comment By Nancy May Obermiller On May 30, 2021 @ 9:43 pm
I am so sorry for the family loss.
Robert was truly a good man.
#5 Comment By Patty Isham On June 8, 2021 @ 4:36 pm
Linda this is Patty I just found out about Roberts death so sorry I would have been there if I had known no one let me know !!!
I always talk about Robert an how he loved my kids I think Robert was Angie’s first word she would stand up in her crib an holler for him to come get her he would help Gary with the girls if I went anywhere he loved kids so so sorry ?