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Age 50, of Whitehall formerly of Baldwin, passed away suddenly on June 11, 2022. He is survived by his three loving sons, Joey, Alex, and Tyler, who were the center of his world. Beloved wife Michelle (Kenny) of 22 years and faithful puppy, Steele. Parents Joe and Rainey, sister, Dina Boyd (Frank), brother Mark (Sarah), nieces and nephew, Aly Boyd (Matt), Megan Boyd (Anthony), Kelsi Boyd, Ella and Grady Shields and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and cherished friends. He lived, he laughed, and loved the life he built with his family. Joe took great pride in painstakingly overseeing every detail of making their house a home. To know Joe Shields was to know his room brightening, engaging smile that he shared with us all. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227 on Thursday, June 16th from 2-8pm. Funeral Prayer on Friday morning at 9:30. Mass of Christian Burial will be in Blessed Trinity Parish, St. Albert the Great Church at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been created to help the family. Venmo: Joe Shields Memorial Fund @JoeShieldsMemorialFund June 30, 2022 A friendly man with an engaging smile , loved to laugh and was dedicated to his profession condolences to Dina and the entire family. Rip Joe June 21, 2022 Dear Shields Family, I am so sorry for your sudden loss. I worked with Joe for many years at West Penn. I knew it would be a good shift when he was there! Even when he became a CHO! I also enjoyed comparing stories of 3 daughters verses 3 sons! and he loved talking about his sons! He was a good nurse and very good man. I feel fortunate to have known him. Rest assured you are all in my thoughts and prayers. June 20, 2022 Dear Shields Family, There will never be enough words to say how sorry we are for your loss. Keeping you all in our prayers. Remember he will always be with you in your hearts. God Bless The Rosings. June 17, 2022 My deepest condolences to Michelle, Rainy and Joe Shields, Dins Boyd, and Joe and Michelle's boys. Mary Ann Harper June 16, 2022 Michelle, I was saddened to hear about the passing of your husband, my sincere sympathy, praying for you and your family. Kate Novak June 16, 2022 We are so sorry to hear about Joes passing. You are in our prayers. Greg Colleen and Gregory June 15, 2022 Michelle and kids, I am so very sorry. There are no words. I am thinking of you all. Barb Buccigrossi June 15, 2022 I had the privilege of working with Joe for many years at West Penn. He was a wonderful nurse. He was so very proud of his boys and always enjoyed talking about them. I want to express my deepest sympathy to his wife, boys, and family you are all in my thoughts and prayers. June 15, 2022 Rainy and family, I can still remember Joe as a kid who would tease my girls anytime he saw them. His kindness will always be remembered. Offering my condolences, Jeanne June 14, 2022 Sheilds,Kenny,and Boyd Family, I had met Joe through WPH night time shenanigans when he was our CHO. I immediately knew why he way loved so much by friends and family. We had many encounters with our boys being in the same baldwin graduating class at school events. He lit up a room with his smile and humor. My sincere sympathy is extended to the entire family . Michelle, Aly, and Dina my heart aches for you . He a shining star amongest the sky watching over all🌟 June 14, 2022 I am so sorry for your loss. I only knew Joe through work (Aetna) but he quickly became my favorite person to talk to over the phone. He was the kindest person and made another person's day better just by hearing his voice. I will miss him dearly. June 14, 2022 We were so sad and sorry to hear about Joe's passing. Our love and sympathy to the entire Shields family, to Michelle and the young lads, to Rainy and Joe.. May God, and the love and support of family and friends help you to find peace in the days and weeks ahead. Love, Tish and Brian Curry June 14, 2022 The Shields Family, I would like to offer my sincere sympathy and prayers of hope for healing. I worked with Joe at SFMC on the night shift in the ED. The first things I thought of when heard the terrible news were how fun our nights would be, the Pittsburgh Steeler stats, Tagalongs (how he would eat a whole box at one sitting) and Chicken Pinwheels (1 of his favorite meals). Rest in peace Joe, you will be missed. Dina, so sorry for the loss of your brother. Kimmy Reichle June 13, 2022 Always remember Joey's smile and great energy growing up. Fond memories at Baldwin Pool. My sympathies to his family and friends. June 13, 2022 I'm so sorry for your loss. My family and I send our condolences. Joe and I were hired about the same time at Aetna. I really enjoyed his since of humor. A picture he took in Grand Teton National Park is the background on my computer. His passing has been heavy on my heart. June 13, 2022 Deepest sympathies to Joe's family. We had the privilege of meeting thru my Son Anthony and Megan engagement party. He will be missed.... June 13, 2022 Uncle Joe was such a LIGHT in this family. I had the pleasure of meeting him at Megan's and Anthony's Engagement dinner and he really knew how to make everyone feel included and laugh endlessly! June 13, 2022 So sorry to hear about Joe. Our prayers and sympathy to the family. June 13, 2022 The Quinque Family Offers our Sincere condolences to the Joseph Shields Family. Rest in Peace. June 13, 2022 So very sorry for your loss. Joey was a great guy and was so much a part of my childhood growing up and the times we all had playing in the neighborhood as kids. He will be missed. Prayers, Chuck Leindecker and family June 13, 2022 We're so very sorry for your loss. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.💙 The Cadwallader's "At the blueness of the skies and in the warmth of summer, we remember them." ~ quote by Sylvan Kamens & Rabbi Jack Reimer June 12, 2022 Oh my gosh, I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing...our hearts and prayers go out to the family. Especially thinking of Joe and Rainey at this time, it is unimaginable to think of losing a child... June 12, 2022 Our deepest sympathies to the family at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless, Sharon Ennis and Bill Kramer June 12, 2022 Michelle, We are so deeply saddened to hear this. Joe was a terrific guy and know he now is in God's loving arms. I pray for you and your sons to find the courage and strength to continue living the life he made for you. Sending hugs, Linda and Gary Randall June 12, 2022 I am so sorry for your loss. I had only run in to Joe a few times since all of our formative years in the early '90's but he was easily one of the friendliest and most laid back people back then. If it is true that we all mellow with age then Joe was probably the calm in a lot of storms. My heart goes out to you Michelle. June 12, 2022 My dear Joe, you will always be remember as a shiny star and so very special. We will never forget you and we will love you forever. Love: Jack and Rose Kelly. Contact Us to have your link and message added here. Please fill out the form below. We will contact suitable submissions with further details.Joseph Michael Shields
December 19, 1971 - June 11, 2022
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