William M. Shields

Pawtucket – William M. Shields, 82, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2020. He was the beloved husband of Dulce (Almeida) Shields for thirty-eight years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Joseph F. and Elizabeth E. (Chadwick) Shields. Bill was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War and went on to serve in the U.S. Air Force following his enlistment in the Army. He worked for over thirty years at U.S. Rubber in Providence and later at the former E.A. Adams Inc. in Pawtucket until his retirement. Bill was a member of the VFW, Post 602; American Legion and the Tri-City Elks Lodge No. 14 BPOE in Warwick. He was also an avid gardener and fan of all the New England sports teams as well as his grandchildren’s sports teams.  Woodworking and being very handy around his home filled his time, but cooking was his full-time love and hobby.  Always finding a new recipe or planning the next gathering or holiday menu. Besides his loving wife, he leaves two beloved grandchildren, Tyler and Katelyn Shields;...