Dennis W. Shields, 70, of Marion, passed away at 10:10 am on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Marion on March 22, 1950, to Carl and Helen (Clark) Shields. On September 2, 1972, he married Sally Mullins, and she survives.
Dennis graduated from Wawasee High School in 1969. He had worked at Glass Container, Atlas Foundry, Thomson’s, and General Aluminum. He was a member of First Friends Church, where he served on the Ministry and Oversite (M&O) Board. He was also a board member at Fortress Federal Credit Union. Dennis enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and neighbors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and he cherished the time he had at his lake cottage.
In addition to his loving wife, survivors include his son, Gary Shields of New Palestine; daughter, Jody (Jeffrey) Lee of Gas City; granddaughters, Natalie Shields, Madison Kikendall, and McKenzie Lee; grandsons, Andrew Shields and Zachary (Morgan) Lee; great-granddaughter, Khloe; great-grandson, Ryder; sister, Bobbie (Ralph) Kauffman of Atlanta, IN; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Jack D. Shields, Dee Shields, and David Shields.
The family will receive visitors from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.
The family will have a private funeral service to celebrate Dennis’ life with Pastor Dwight Elliott officiating. Burial will take place at Grant Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Heart to Heart Hospice at https://www.htohhfoundation.org/.
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