Minerva Shields Obituary

The passing of Minerva Shields of Kennebunk, Maine occurred on October 16, 2026. Minerva, born on April 17, 1941, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Otis Doane and Margaret Doane; and her siblings, Brewster, Daniel, Kenneth Doane, Elizabeth Campbell and Carolyn Allbee.

She is survived by: her husband James Shields, Sr.; her son James "Jimmy" Shields, Jr. (Kathleen) of Buxton, Maine; and her grandsons, Connor and Spencer Shields.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 22nd 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Bibber Memorial Chapel - Kennebunk (67 Summer St, Kennebunk, ME 04043). A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 22nd 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Bibber Memorial Chapel (67 Summer St, Kennebunk, ME 04043). A burial will be held on Thursday, October 22nd 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Evergreen Cemetery (19 ME-35, Kennebunk, ME 04043).

For those who wish to honor Minerva's memory, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association — a meaningful way to celebrate a life lived with warmth, resilience, and love.