Carolyn was born July 14, 1944, in Greenville, Texas to Raymond Tapp and Cordelia Hembree Tapp. She married George Shields on February 12, 1971, in Greenville, Texas. She worked as a Health Services Paraprofessional at Greenville ISD and was a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Greenville.
She is survived by her husband, George Shields; son, Rod Cook and spouse, Terry Jones; daughters, Holly Walker and husband, Key Walker, Andrea Lucas and husband, Patrick Lucas and Becky Shields; grandchildren, Ashley and Chad Waters, Mason Lucas, Emily and Clayton Stewart, Logan and Julia Lucas, Sydney Walker, Jaxey Walker and Jude Walker; and seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Robert Dane Shields; and twin grandchildren, Carson and Ryley Walker.
Pallbearers will be Jude Walker, Hunter Waters, Kaden Waters, Chad Waters, Clayton Stewart, Logan Lucas, and Mason Lucas.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Folks, Ronnie Lamb and Don Garrett.
Memorials may be made to SEEK Camp, checks payable to: Megan Racca, 5905 Flint Ridge Drive, Flower Mound, Texas 75028
Condolences(10)
Jim and Elena Hardaway
Greenville, TX Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Jim and I were reminiscing and telling stories about y’all’s sweet momma. Sending Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time🙏❤️🙏Pat Smith
Greenville, TX Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Carolyn will certainly be missed. Carolyn was an awesome mother and loved helping kids. I taught Becky and had the best years getting to know this family. God bless you allPat Smith
Bill Smith
Selma, TX Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Becky, Holly, Rod & ButchCarolyn loved her family & friends more than life itself. I’m so sorry for the emptiness in your hearts right now. I know, it sucks! With time, that will ease but those wonderful memories made will never fade & they will carry you through until we all meet again.
Much love,
Bill Smith
David Freeman
Wylie, TX Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Holly and family I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. My condolences to the family and prayers for yallMichael Grose
Rockwall, TX Monday, July 14, 2025 She was a sweet and loving woman, every time that I was around her. I’ll always remember the times growing up around the Shields, at FBC and weekend gatherings. I don’t think I ever saw her without a smile, unless she was getting onto George. I pray for God to comfort her family and that she is at peace now with God ❤️Bob Garrett
Clarksville, TX Monday, July 14, 2025 My other momma. Great memories years ago. The world has truly lost a wonderful lady. My biggest sympathies go out to the family.Nita Duncan Stone
Princeton, TX Monday, July 14, 2025 Carolyn will be missed by all who loved and knew her!! She and Becky were a big part of our GHS Girlfriends luncheons for many years.. RIP NitaStephanie and April Hepner
GREENVILLE, TX Monday, July 14, 2025 Carolyn was always so sweet and caring. She loved her family and was always kind. You will be missed. Thoughts are with tye family as you.go through a very difficult time.Lisa Arnold
Quinlan, TX Monday, July 14, 2025 Carolyn was a wonderful mother-in -law to me. I couldn't ask for anyone better. She love her family and kindness woman you could ever meet. I will miss her dearly. My thoughts and prayers is with the families. I love her so much.Cherris McManus
Greenville, TX Monday, July 14, 2025 Rod and family, I’m so very sorry to hear of Carolyn’s passing. Prayers and love to you all 🙏❤️🙏❤️