Florine Shields

florine shields

November 23, 1934 ~ October 16, 2021

Born in: Atlanta, Georgia
Resided in: Lawrenceville, Georgia

Mrs. Florine Clark Shields was born November 23, 1934 to Fred and Mary L. Clark in Atlanta, Georgia. On October 16, 2021, Florine Shields passed away peacefully in her sleep. It is truly amazing that she lasted long enough to reach 86, a pinnacle that few embrace. She was united in holy matrimony to John Shields in 1951.

Florine came from a large family. She had several brothers and sisters, William, Nathaniel, Howard, Elbert, Norman, Josephine, Dorothy, Pora B., and Frances. All of whom have proceeded her in death. Despite her large family Florine always made time to help others. She always provided support and love for her family by baby-sitting, running an errand, and taking to doctor’s appointments. Aunt Flo would never say no to anyone no matter tired she was.

Florine was better known as “Aunt Flo” to everyone in the family. She would do anything to help any family member that was going through hard times. She had a caring soul.

She leaves to cherish her memories, one surviving son, seven grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and friends.

Florine was taken from our world, her imprint of who she was will never leave this earth. Until we meet again in Heaven we will miss you always

Services

Visitation: October 22, 2021 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel
1031 Lawrenceville Hwy.
Lawrenceville, GA 30046

770-277-4550

Funeral Service: October 23, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel
1031 Lawrenceville Hwy.
Lawrenceville, GA 30046

770-277-4550

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  1. CandleImageOne of the most beautiful women I have ever known, Florine Clark Shields, drifted away in her sleep last night. Today is the first day in my 40 years that I have been without her in this world.

    Florine was waiting for me with open arms when mom and dad brought me home from the hospital. Mom jokes that Florine was the first to know of my existence (even though mom wasn’t showing “at all”!?!) ????

    Florine celebrated me before I was born, cared for me when I was sick, held me when I was sad, celebrated my victories, and she deeply loved my boys.

    She shared her life lessons with me. She told me stories of growing up in Atlanta in the 1940’s: stories of Dr. Martin Luther King, her hard working mother and father providing a life and a knowing in her. She remembered gathering with family and crowds to honor President Roosevelt as the train carrying his body passed through Atlanta in 1945.

    Florine preservered. She lost a husband. She lost a child. She loved hard anyway. She lived a joyful, difficult, beautiful and full life.

    Florine radiated peace, acceptance, grace, and perseverance. A godly love. Although I miss her already, she lives within me and within my boys. We are forever changed with her presence in our lives.

    I love you as deep as the ocean, my FloFlo. What a beautiful life you led and beautiful example of strength you gave me. Rest, my love. Until we meet again. ????

    “Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” – Dr. Maya Angelou

  2. “When I die, give what is left of me away.
    to children and old men waiting to die.
    And if you need to cry, cry for your brother walking on the street beside you.
    And when you need me, put your arms around anyone and give them what you need
    to give me.

    I want to leave you something.
    Something better than words or sounds.
    Look for me in the people I have known or loved,
    and you cannot give me away,
    at least let me live in your eyes and not your mind.

    You can love me best by letting hands touch hands,
    and by letting go of children who need to be free.
    Love doesn’t die, people do.
    So when all that’s left of me is love,
    give me away.”

    I love you, Flo. And I will share love with and for you.

  3. CandleImageI said my goodbye yesterday I shall miss you. I know there is a party going on right. I know Who was at them gates, Don’t you and Ethel get in to much trouble. I miss you both. Thank for my time spent with you I shall cherish them forever. Love katie


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