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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Joseph Shields, 30 years old, born on July 18, 1975, and passed away on April 22, 2006. We will remember him forever.
I thought about Joe all day yesterday, but it was the first birthday that I didn't cry. I wish he could have stayed longer, and I wish that more people had known what a great person he was.
Joe never gave up his inner kid to growing up; he reinvented humor and could make anyone laugh at everyday things seen thru a child's eyes and felt with a youthful heart. Anyone who knew him will tell stories about his Joe-ness and it still brings joy. I wish I could hear some of those stories. I miss him so much.
When my family moved to CA my little brother sent letters to me often. Dear Becky, how are you. I am fine..." He'd painstakingly cut letters out of magazines and glue them to the paper. Like a sweet little ransom note just telling me hello. That is Joe in a nutshell. "God Speed, Lobster Boy. " I miss you so much. Best. Brother. EVER.
Joe would always give a few dollars to someone who asked for "spare change," he had the biggest heart. Missing him does not get any easier. Love you Joe, Happy Birthday Josie.
I still miss you & think about you everyday. There are a lot of great memories of you that I keep pulling up. Like when you arranged all the tupperware to bombard me when I opened the cupboard. Or when you were 2 & you called M&M's "fa-fa-fa"s. When we bought your apartment furniture & managed to stuff it & ourselves in the 68 VW. OK, so it wasn't great furniture. When I see an awesome sunset, or feel a gentle breeze, I know it is you or dad saying hi. Love you tons, & can't wait to see you again. ma
Of all the peeps I had the joy to meet working with AOL you were certainly one of special ones. Miss you Joey, you were a good friend to myself and many others. Peace be with you, you're not forgotten.
I thought about Joe all day yesterday, but it was the first birthday that I didn't cry. I wish he could have stayed longer, and I wish that more people had known what a great person he was.
Joe never gave up his inner kid to growing up; he reinvented humor and could make anyone laugh at everyday things seen thru a child's eyes and felt with a youthful heart. Anyone who knew him will tell stories about his Joe-ness and it still brings joy. I wish I could hear some of those stories. I miss him so much.