Robert Dale Shields

Shields, Robert Dale, 82, passed away unexpectedly July 4. Survived by life partner Mary Visneski, brother Jeff (Leslie), sisters Vicky (Craig Mevissen) and Stephanie Kampa (Bob) and nine nephews & nieces: Zach Shields, Luke Shields, Joe Kampa, Bridget Harrington, Anne Baryenbruch, Caitlin Brown, Robert Mevissen, Andy Kampa, Grace Mevissen. Visitation Thursday July 11, 10:00. Service 11:00 @ Washburn-McReavy, Edina Chapel, 5000 West 50th Street & Hwy 100, Edina, MN. Robert Shields (fondly known as "Bob" or "Bobby") was born on June 16, 1942 in Abilene, Texas where his father Robert Sr. (also Bob) was stationed before being sent to the front. Bobby's mother Imelda, affectionately known as "Wink," decided to bring him to her hometown of Holdingford, Minnesota where she could raise him with family living there. Those childhood Holdingford memories with extended family were some of Bobby's most cherished. The young family then settled in the Minneapolis area, where Bobby became a big brother to siblings Jeff, Vicky and Stephanie. Majority of those young years were spent on Jersey Ave. with a neighborhood life rich with biking, yard games, ball in the street, team games at Bronx Park and lifelong friendships. Outside of the "school of life," Bobby's formal education included the Basilica of St.Mary's, the first graduating class from Benilde High School and Dunwoody College of Technology for drafting. Bobby's career spanned his many interests including positions at Master Addresser, property management with cousins Mark and Kathy, and security worker for various businesses in the downtown area. Bobby also kept busy following all the Minnesota professional teams, and lived out some of that passion for sports by coaching basketball and baseball and organizing several seasons of softball at Aquila Park fields. The most important thread throughout Bobby's life was his family and friends. He and his lifelong partner, Mary Visneski, embraced their love for an abundance of family with nine nieces and nephews on Bobby's side and six children and grandchildren on Mary's side. Bobby was playful. Always the "fun uncle" treating the nieces and nephews to experiences that showed his sense of humor and child-at-heart attitude, keeping everyone wondering what he would dream up next. Bob was gentle, modest, generous and kind. And above all: faithful. He always showed up for those around him (and often early at that!). We only wish we had more time to enjoy life with Bobby, but we are extremely grateful for the memories and stories we were lucky to have with him. Please feel free to add your own memories or stories to the website tribute wall. In lieu of flowers or gifts, we ask you to consider a donation to Benilde-St. Margaret's in Bobby's name.

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Robert Dale Shields

June 16, 1942 - July 4, 2024

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Robert Dale Shields

June 16, 1942 - July 4, 2024

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