Birth date: Sep 23, 1923 Death date: Aug 20, 2011
Joan Rodgers Shields, age 87, of Potomac Falls, VA passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2011. Joan was born on Sunday, September 23, 1923 in Savannah, GA. A daughter of the late John Augustus Rodgers and the late Helen Katzenstein Read Obituary
I worked for Mrs. Shields from 1968 to 1972. She was the Director of the Budget Division, AF Data Automation Center in the Pentagon. She was the best person I have ever worked for. She was exceptionally in her knowledge of date automation - a new field which was large mainframes, punched cards, magnetic tape and batch processing. She was also a very caring boss and helpful and understanding whenever there were problem. She was very patient of a new person learning computers and easy to work with. Later I transferred to the Budget Directorate under the Comptroller of the Air Force and continued to work with her in automation support of the AF budget for several years. I retired several years ago to Illinois and I believe we traded Christmas cards after we both retired. I am certainly saddened by her passing but so thankful that I knew her and worked for and with her for a number of years. Sincerely, David Hinton##imported-begin##David Hinton##imported-end##
Kathy, Hank and Allie -
You are in our thougths and prayers. Your mother left a wonderful mark on this world in the form of you 3, we see it daily with your actions. We wish we could be there to help you through and know we are there in spirit and prayer.
Love,
Kevin, Eileen, Gavin and Declan##imported-begin##The Mahoney Family##imported-end##
I worked with Joan in the Pentagon in the late 1970's. She was a terrific lady and an inspiration to many of our younger employees.##imported-begin##John Nethery##imported-end##
Dear Family of Joan,
I was so saddened to receive notice of Joan's passing away. She will be remembered as a lovely lady and I know how much you will miss her. she was so blessed having such a loving family, and you were blessed having her with you. Joan will always be caring for her wonderful family. My deepest sympathy.
Stephanie Davidson
Joan's neighbor##imported-begin##Stephanie Davodspm##imported-end##
Wow! What can I say. One of the finest managers I ever knew and was lucky to be nurtured by. And a great person. I know everyone who knew her will truly miss her.##imported-begin##Bob Finney##imported-end##
Kathy, Hank, and Allison and Jim, Sandie, and PJ. No words can express the loss you all have suffered. Joan was a loving spouse, mother, and grandmother. She was a boss I will never, ever forget. And, she was a friend of my family. She was there for me in good times and sad times. She was my friend and I will miss her deeply. Joan was such a classy lady. May she rest in peace next to her beloved Jim.##imported-begin##Mary Stanfield##imported-end##
Kathy & Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our entire family has so many fond memories from our years as neighbors. Your mother was such a wonderful woman and will never be forgotten. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
God Bless,
The Beaver Family
Kathy, Buck, Michael, Stephen, Sean, and Mary##imported-begin##The Beaver Family##imported-end##
Our love to all of you! Your mom was a special lady to our family,and a good friend to mom and Dad. We will never forget her. Kathy and Joe and family##imported-begin##Joe and Kathy Smith##imported-end##
Kathy, Hank, and Allison, My deepest sympathy to all of you. May you soon find peace as you reflect on all the wonderful memories of your mom/grandma.
Susan##imported-begin##Susan Carlson##imported-end##
Joan I met you a couple of times at your daughter Kathy's house. I knew then I was in the presence of a very classy refined lady. It was a pleasure and you surely will be missed. Much Love...The Fox family##imported-begin##Molina Fox##imported-end##
