Shields

Jean Elizabeth (French) Shields left for heaven at 5:25 a.m. Wednesday.

She was born in Detroit, Mich., Sept. 22, 1923, to Guy and Venice (Jacobson) French.

Jean joined the U.S. Marine Corps Sept. 25, 1943, and did engine repair on fighter planes during World War II. She rose to the rank of corporal and was honorably discharged Nov. 29, 1945.

During her service, she met Marine Staff Sgt. Louis Shields of Butler. They were married Jan. 19, 1946, and made their home in Prospect.

Jean was a quality human being. It was a privilege for her family to know and love her and to be loved by her. She had never-ending patience, was kind, gentle and thoughtful. She gave so much of herself and her talents but gave all the glory to God.

Living is her son, Gary L. Shields; daughter, Robin Matthew; daughter and son-in-law, Dawn and Gordon Cratty, four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a beloved sister, Ella Miller; and many nieces and nephews.

He husband, Lou, and other family and friends are surely waiting for her at heaven's gate.

<B>SHIELDS</B> — A private burial is planned for Jean Elizabeth (French) Shields, who died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008.Arrangements are being handled by the <B>Thompson-Miller Funeral Home</B>, and information and a private guest book are available at www.thompson-miller.com.