Mrs. Dorothy Victoria (Holub) Shields

Mrs. Dorothy Victoria (Holub) Shields, age 85, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 as she passed away in the comfort of her son’s home with the devotion and support of those who loved her. Born in Chicago, Illinois on July 29, 1927, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Henry and Celia (Bachleitner) Holub. Raised in her native city, she was a 1946 graduate of Harrison High School. Dorothy’s first job was at Walgreen’s Drugstore in Chicago. She subsequently worked as a Hostess with the USO. It was during her work there that she met her future husband and they began their courtship. On February 26, 1947, she married C. Lawrence Shields, Jr. with whom she shared 60 years prior to his passing on August 14, 2007; theirs was a marriage of their era. It was one of loyalty, hard work, and the ability to mesh as a team. They guided their children and raised them with love and family values. Dorothy was an independent soul who was blessed with a generous spirit. Dorothy would have felt that her greatest achievement was the proud feeling she held in her heart for each of her children. In her earlier years, Dorothy was giving of her time and talents to many organizations and service clubs. She was a former Cub Scout Mother, a volunteer at the Red Feather, Alma Community Center, and Bradford Hospital Snack Bar, a member of the Bradford Landmark Society where she held an office, sponsor of the first Crook Farm Country Fair, and Founder and past member of the Bradford Garden Club. She was a bright bridge player who along with her husband participated in many memorable games, and also partook in the sport of bowling. Dorothy loved gardening, hand-picking the loveliest seasonal and perennial blooms and nurturing them with care. After the passing of her husband, Dorothy’s children opened their homes for seasonal visits until her ill health prevented those travels and she remained in the care of her son, Pat and his partner Tom, who cared for her in a style fitting her wishes. Dorothy is survived by her children and their families, Patrick Shields and Thomas Mazza of Leonardsville, Janine and Douglas Bell of McKinney, TX, and Daniel and Diane Shields of Fountain Inn, SC; her grandchildren, Chad and Sheila Shields; Christopher and Gabriella Bell, Matthew and Alysia Bell, Mark and Misty Bell; Dane Shields, Haley Shields, and Celia Shields; and her great-grandchildren, Colin Shields, Makenzie Shields, Laura Stephens, and Jessica Stephens. She also leaves a multitude of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, in-laws Francis “Baine” Shields, Richard and Joyce Shields, James and Roberta Shields, and Robert and Nellie Shields; and “Suze”, her canine companion whose love and affection Dorothy came to know. She was predeceased by her sister and brother-in-law, Jean and Roger Cloud; and her in-laws Phyllis and Orville Dickerson, and Marge Shields. The care provided by the following individuals will be gratefully remembered by the Shields family; the staff of Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. including Dr. Randolph Snow, social worker Lee; caregivers, Kelly, Melissa, Laura, Justin, and Bonnie; and RN’s, Judy and Bonnie. While under their care, Dorothy knew of their kindnesses and the dignified manner in which they befriended her. The family is also grateful to Cristie, Tanya, and Joanna, friends who assisted during Dorothy’s time of need. Visitation will be held Monday from 4:00-7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Expressions of sympathy in the form of donations may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. or the Leonardsville United Methodist Church in lieu of flowers; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Upon the conclusion of calling hours, family and friends will commemorate and honor her life. Dorothy will be taken into the care of Mascho Funeral Home, Inc. in Bradford, PA on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 where her family will receive visitors from 12:00 (noon) to 2:00 and funeral services will commence at 2:00 upon the conclusion of visitation. She will be entombed next to her husband in St. Bernard’s Cemetery Mausoleum.

Mrs. Dorothy Victoria (Holub) Shields

July 29, 1927 - March 27, 2013