John M. Shea's obituary , Passed away on April 7, 2026 in Lehigh Acres, Florida

John M. Shea

July 3, 1942 - April 7, 2026 (83 years old)

Lehigh Acres, Florida

John M. Shea's obituary , Passed away on April 7, 2026 in Lehigh Acres, Florida

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Hodges Funeral Home at Lee Memorial Park

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John M. Shea

July 3, 1942 - April 7, 2026 (83 years old)

Lehigh Acres, Florida

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John M. Shea Obituary

The passing of John M. Shea of Lehigh Acres, Florida leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 7, 2026 at the age of 83. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edmund C. Shea and Grace E. Shea (Gottwald); his former wife Kathleen Marie Shea (Rand); and his grandson Declan Padraig Shea of Scituate. He is survived by: his children, John Jr. (Chrissy) of Lehigh Acres, FL, James (Marty) of Chicago, Susan Portanova (Michael) of Scituate, MA and Daniel (Anna) of Scituate; his grandchildren, Patrick Portanova of Tucson, AZ, Jack Portanova of Colorado Springs, Brendan Portanova of North Attleboro, MA, Michael Portanova of Scituate, MA., Grace Portanova of Scituate, MA., Priscilla Shea of Scituate, MA., Micky Shea of Scituate, MA., Shirley Shea of Scituate, MA. and Goldie Shea of Scituate, MA.; his wife Annie; his siblings, Eddie, Rick, Steve, Carol and Cindy; and his friend Bill W.. He is also survived by cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to Hope Hospice (1201 Wings Way LeHigh Acres, FL 33936).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hodges Funeral Home at Lee Memorial Park



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April 8, 2026

Susan Shea Portanova wrote a sympathy message

“Dad, I will miss you forever. Thank you for always being such a huge part of my life. What are we going to do without you? Give Mom and Grammy a hug from me and I’ll see you when I get there. Love, Susie 💔”


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