Born Dec. 18, 1947, in North Carolina, he was a son of the late Lewis Edward Shields and Viola Maye Holland Shields.

Rodney retired from Mundet Hermetite and served his country in the U.S. Army.

Surviving are his wife, Diane Marie Shields; children, Chris Noel (Angela), David Noel (Stephanie), and Matthew Noel (Ashley); sister, Shirley Clark (Harold); niece, Jessica Beverly (Wayne); nephew, Howie Clark (Michele); 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

A memorial service was conducted Saturday, March 16, at Harrison Funeral Chapel by the Rev. George Warden. Burial will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory.

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