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Suzanne Shields Obituary

July 10, 1962 – May 2, 2025 Suzanne Shields passed away peacefully at MidState Hospital on May 2, 2025, with her family by her side, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She fought with incredible strength, grace, and resilience every step of the way. She was 62 years old. Suzanne was the beloved wife of Donald Shields, her partner and best friend for nearly 32 years. Together, they built a life full of love, laughter, and unwavering support. She was also the devoted mother of two daughters, Anna Krueger(Kevin Krueger) and Erin Shields. The three of them shared an extraordinary bond-more than just mother and daughters, they were best friends and true partners in crime. She was a lifelong and passionate New York Yankees fan, never missing a game. Watching baseball with her husband and daughter was one of her favorite pastimes, bringing joy, excitement, and a bit of friendly shouting at the TV. But above all, Suzanne cherished "record nights" with her husband-where they would sing, laugh, and play golf together, just enjoying the simple, happy moments that made their love so special. Suzanne was the heart of her family-the best mom, wife, and friend anyone could have asked for. Her warmth, strength, and endless love will live on in the lives she touched. To know her was to feel seen, supported, and deeply loved. She was predeceased by her loving parents, Anna Klik and Stanley Klik, whom she now joins in heaven. Their reunion brings comfort to those who miss her so deeply here on Earth. Per her wishes, services will be private. She will be missed beyond measure and remembered with boundless love.

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Published by WFSB on May 15, 2025.

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Erin Shields

May 17, 2025

Best mom and friend in the whole world. I´ll miss you forever and always. Please watch over me and guide me through this journey of life. I love you to the moon and back.....forever and ever. Until I see you again

Anna Krueger

May 17, 2025

I love you to the moon and back, Mom-always have, always will. You were my best friend, my safe place, my everything. I don´t know how to do life without you, but I carry you with me in every breath, every step, every choice. I miss you more than words can say. Thank you for loving me so deeply. I´ll spend the rest of my life trying to make you proud.

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