Myrtle Smith Shields

Myrtle Smith Shields passed away on September 18, 2011 at the age of 92.

She was born and raised in Tallahassee, Florida, but spent most of her adult life in St. Marks, Florida. "Mama Myrt and the Lighthouse Lady", as she was affectionately known, was married to Charles Curtis Shields, Sr. who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her son Benny Bloxham Shields and her brother John Bloxham Smith. During the time she lived in St. Marks, she had a home in Franklin, North Carolina where she resided part time, moving there permanently in 2005.

She is survived by her daughter, Anita Register (Tillman) and her son, Charles Shields (Pamela); six grandchildren: Michael Register (Sandy), Barton Shields (Biliana), Teresa Register, Barry Shields (Kathy), Loree Roberts (Jobe), Brett Shields (Cathy) and ten great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Irene Smith, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home, 1737 Riggins Road , Tallahassee , Florida 32308. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 22, 2011 at Crawfordville Cemetery, in Crawfordville.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Angel Hospice of Franklin, North Carolina - 170 Church Street, Franklin, North Carolina 28734.

Arrangements are under the direction of Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home, Tallahassee, FL.