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Daniel “Dan” William Shea age 85, passed away on July 23,2023,at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Edgewood, KY.
He was born on February 7,1938 in Covington, KY to the late William and Lorraine Shea. Dan was a devoted family man who treasured his family above all things and relished the opportunity to support his children and grandchildren in all their activities, never missing a moment.
Dan was an avid golfer, a softball player who earned the nickname “Boomer”, a Notre Dame Fighting Irish fan, and a Kentucky Colonel. He was very active with the Newport Central Catholic class of 1956. Dan was honored to be a pitcher that helped the NCC baseball team capture the state championship in 1956 and was inducted into the NCC sports hall of fame. He shared his passion for sports with others by investing his time in coaching youth baseball, high school baseball and high school golf at St. Henry District High School. Dan was a long-time parishioner of St. Henry parish and also very well known amongst students as St. Henry District High School’s favorite substitute teacher.
Dan is preceded in death by his sister, Kathleen Shea. Dan is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Rosemary Shea, children Laura Lehmkuhl (Rob), Maureen Kaiser (Marty), Brian Shea (Kim), Kevin Shea (Laci) and 13 grandchildren.
A visitation will be held Tuesday August 1, 2023, from 3:00pm-6:00 pm with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at St. Henry Catholic Church 3813 Dixie Highway, Elsmere, KY 41018. A reception will immediately follow at St. Henry District High School Millay Hall, 3755 Scheben Drive, Erlanger, KY 41018. Burial will take place in private.
In loving memory of Dan Shea, we kindly request contributions to the Dan Shea Memorial Scholarship fund at St. Henry District High School. Your generous donations will honor his legacy by supporting students pursuing Catholic education and future success. To donate, please visit https://shdhs.org/advancement/
St. Henry Church
3813 Dixie HwyElsmere, KY 41018
Phone: (859) 727-2035
St. Henry Church
3813 Dixie HwyElsmere, KY 41018
Phone: (859) 727-2035
St. John Cemetery – Ft. Mitchell, KY
Address: 1 St. John Rd Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017Daniel “Dan” William Shea
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Great Guy
Loved talking to Dan – he had the stories. Super nice guy and the kids loved him. Just found out about his passing or I would have come to the service. Hope the family is doing well and cherishing the memories!! God Bless you all!! Dan Goetz
Sending Prayers
Dan was such a kind man. We always enjoyed running into him throughout the years. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with your family.
Sincerely, Donna and Carl Clark and Family
Love and Prayers
My deepest sympathy and prayers goes out to all of you. Dan was absolutely one of the finest men I have ever met. His example of a person, a husband, a father, a grand father and a friend is an inspiration to me and a model to emulate. I know he is with God and will be with all of you now and forever. Our community has lost a star but he is where we all want to be.
Peace, Prayers and Love Dick Maile
May he rest in peace
Mr. Shea was a great man with a huge heart. We all loved seeing him around the halls of St. Henry, and he always brought a smile to our faces. He will be sorely missed. My family and I will be praying for the repose of his soul and for the whole extended Shea clan.
-Louis Tobergte
Sending our sympathies
Rosemary and families, please accept our sincere sympathies during this very difficult time. Mr. Shea was such a loving and caring gentleman. He will be truly missed at all St. Henry events. May he rest in peace, and may fond memories comfort you all in the days and weeks ahead.
Kathy & Terry Riesenberg
So very sorry
Dan was a very kind man, and a true family man. What a role model he was. Thoughts and prayers are with family and friends.
Greg and Judy
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