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Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr.

07/14/1987 - 02/23/2025

Obituary For Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr.

Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr., 37, of Canton, MS was born July 14, 1987 to Martin Luther Shields, Sr., and Marcie Bolton Levy in Jackson, MS. Martin a loving and devoted son, brother, husband, father, uncle, cousin, friend and deputy sheriff of Hinds County passed February 23, 2025 in Terry, MS.


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Mar
1
Westhaven Funeral Home

3580 Robinson Street
Jackson, MS 39209

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Family & Friends Hour

Mar
1
Westhaven Funeral Home Chapel

3580 Robinson Street
Jackson, MS 39209

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Celebration Services

Mar
2
Jackson Revival Center

4655 Terry Road
Jackson, MS 39203

2:00 PM
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Interment

Mar
2
Cedarwood Memorial Park

340 New Market Drive
Jackson, Mississippi 39209

4:00 PM
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Dorothy Halfacre planted 5 trees in memory of Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr. . - February 28, 2025

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Ruth Fleming sent The Peace Lily for Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr. - February 28, 2025

James Hughes sent Ocean Breeze Spray for Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr. - February 28, 2025

Francine Thomas sent Sweet Moments for Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr. - February 27, 2025

Sierra Green sent Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr. - February 27, 2025

Coretta T Pressley sent Sweet Moments for Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr. - February 27, 2025

Felicia Hogan sent Beautiful Dreams for Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr. - February 26, 2025

I want to give my deepest condolences to your family at a time like this. May GOD continue to bless and give your family strength.

Paquita Taylor

My deepest condolences, May God give you comfort and peace that surpasses all understanding. Praying for healing in Jesus Christ name.

Dessie Davis

May God grant peace to his family and the Hinds County Sheriff's Department. Take your rest officer.

MSgt Charlie Gross

May God wrap your family in his love and grace as they try to pick up the pieces and move forward without you here with them.

Toya Shields

Sincere sympathy to The Shields family. May God continue to bless you.

Linda Boyd

I send my deepest condolences to the family of Deputy Martin Luther Shields, Jr. I know there are few words right now that can ease the pain but know that our Heavenly Father feels and knows your pain. I prayer that He comforts and strengthen you in your time of grief. Cherish the memories and love you shared together until you see your loved ones again. Revelation 21;3-4.

CWILSON

To the Levy Family, we offer our sincere condolences during your time of bereavement! We send our love and Prayers to you all. Also, to the Shields family as well.

Alex and Carla Taylor

Bro I miss you for real! The kids will miss you. Appreciate you for being there!!! Praying for your family

Deshawn Steele

My friend I was heart broken when I received a call that it was Martin, no longer with us. My dear, Rest well in the heavens we all gonna miss you. To the Shields Family, The entire Leonard Family send ❤️ prayers 🙏🙏🙏🙏 condolences.

Margaret Williams-Roach

Marcie and family, prayers are being made on the family behalf. Knowing that God will strengthen and comfort you today and the days ahead. "For I am with you and will never leave you alone" saith the Lord.

Debra Sims-Nickelberry

Always in our heart. Rest Well My Friend

Rahjauney

he will be miss he was a good cop and he will be miss

nicole smith

My sincere condolences goes out to the family at this time.Praying God's Peace and comfort for you on your loss .My thoughts and prayers will always be with the family and thank him for his service to the community

Ms Zandra Branch

Please, don't cry. I'm not really gone. When you look out the window, I'll be standing on the lawn. Please, don't cry. I'll see you again. Don't be sad; Keep up your chin. Please, don't cry. I'm not really dead. When you cry yourself to sleep, I'll be by your bed. Please, don't cry. Just because we had to part, As long as you remember me, I'll live in your heart. Please, don't cry. I'm not gone forever. I'll be a cool and gentle breeze In hot summer weather. Please, don't cry. Don't run and hide. When you need a shoulder to lean on, I'll be by your side. Please, don't cry. When you're sad and weak, I'll be there To kiss you on the cheek. Please, don't cry. This is just a goodbye. So please, oh please, Family and friends, do not cry. We love you brother we have it from here.

Officer Jason Wells CS-22 with Crystal Springs Police Department

Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. The Ainsworths are praying for you. May Martin "Mark" rest in peace.

Ashlei R. Ainsworth

May God bring comfort, peace and strength to you and the family during this time of bereavement. You have my condolences. Community neighbor, Mary Holden

Mary Holden

Prayers with family, friends, and fellow officers....My heart goes out to each of ya'll John 14....I was a dispatcher for 20+ years with the City Hazlehurst Copiah County Mississippi....I still lift prayers and each loss is personal...May God Grant You Peace and Strength In The Coming Days

Sandra Cliburn Montgomery Texas previously Hazlehurst Mississippi

sandra cliburn

sorry for your guys lost he was a great father friend husband uncle and a deputy cop he will be miss he is a angel now and he will be miss

nicole smith

On behalf of the Apple Renaissance at Colony Park, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering dedication, exceptional service, and engaging conversations you have shared with our team over the past five years. Your contributions have been invaluable to our establishment, and we deeply appreciate your commitment to providing exceptional experiences for us all.

NiKesha Ferrell

We here at Apple Renaissance Park appreciate your protection, smiles and conversations over the last 5 years. Thank you for your service, Deputy Shields.

NiKesha Ferrell

My prayer and condolences to the family. Thank you for your service my brother in blue.

Ickret C. Bennett Sr

Sending prayers and condolences to the family, so very sorry for your loss. Thank you, Deputy Shields for your service to the community. Rest in Peace in the Arms of our loving Savior!

Carolyn Coates

Rev. Vincent and Sis. Patricia Houseworth sends our condolences to the entire Shields family. We are praying for you to continue to be strong in the Lord and in the power of his might which is found in Jesus Christ! We also encourage you to remember what John the Apostle wrote in the book of Revelation Chapter 14 and the 13th verse, And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth yea, saith the spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.

Rev. Vincent Houseworth

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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