of Little Rock, AR
February 27, 1952 - February 23, 2024
Pamela Boyd Shields passed away to be with God on February 23, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Pamela was born in Wiesbaden, Germany February 27, 1952 to Capt. Robert Boyd and Lieutenant Retha Boyd who are both deceased. She leaves behind her beautiful and loving family, husband, Timothy Shields; son, Scott Crosthwait and his wife, Candice of Cabot, Grandchildren, Lauren, Cady, Tyler and Bradley. Great Grandchildren, Makenzie, Peyton, RJ, Rayley, Milly, Carson and Mia. Sisters, Roberta Billingsley (Robert) and Mary Trulock (Steven) and Nephews, Evan, Ryan and Andrews.
Pamela lived as a child in London, Goose Bay, Labrador, St. Charles and Little Rock and then was brought up in Jacksonville, Arkansas. She was always a force of nature wherever she went fighting for causes close to her heart. After obtaining a bachelor's degree and Masters in Education she taught at Mabelvale Junior High and Hall High School. She taught American History and was one of the first gifted education teachers in Little Rock. She joined the Navy Reserves at age 35 as an officer. Pamela was asked to go on active duty a short time later. She was inspired to enter the Armed Forces by her father who was an Air Force Pilot and Navigator and her mother who was a secretary to the War Crime Trials after WWII.
Her first station was at the Spokane Navy and Marine Corps Reserve Readiness Center, where she served as Executive Officer. It was at this time she met her beloved husband, Tim. Pamela and Tim soon moved to Honolulu as Pamela served as Executive Officer of the Marine Corps Reserve Center. Soon thereafter she went to the US Commander in Chief Pacific Command, where she served as the Assistant War Game Director and was awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for a war game she directed.
Pamela's next duty was Naval Air Facility Washington D.C., where she served as an Assistant Training Officer and Instructor in their Terrorism Task Force. When she left active duty she was picked up by the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) Operating Base National Capitol Region and the Directorate of Measurement and Signature Intelligence. She spent six months in Qatar as a Senior Watch Officer of the Combined Media Processing Center (CMPC-Q), a 24/7 operation that dealt with translation and exploitation of captured electronic media and documentation from Iraq. Before she retired Pamela reached the rank of Commander in the U.S. Navy and was an original member of the Defense Intelligence Agency's J2 Task Force created after 9/11.
After she retired, the couple moved to Little Rock and Pamela became active with the Pulaski County Republican Women. She remained active in the community, serving as commissioner for the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs in addition to her role with Pulaski County Republican Women. She was also elected the second chair of the 2nd Congressional District of the Arkansas Republican Party. Pamela's family has fought in service to our country since the American Revolution. Pamela was a proud and active member of Daughters of the American Revolution.
So you see, she was a force of nature. She faced the obstacles of being a woman and a single parent, along with life's twists and turns she still became one of the most influential woman most of us will ever meet. If you knew Pamela, you would understand. Her proudest achievement was her son, Scott Crosthwait and her husband, Timothy Shields. She loved them fiercely. She also loved and was best friends with her granddaughter, Lauren, a local artist.
To all her friends and family, she wants you to know that she cared. Pamela cared for so many other countless people, veterans, friends and some she never knew. She also leaves behind many close friends from Jacksonville and those she and Tim met in Little Rock and in her Community Bible Study group. Pamela will be missed by so many of us but as she has mentioned before, "God has this."
As a farewell to this amazing woman go out and listen to her favorite band, the Rolling Stones. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Arkansas Freedom Fund, a cause dear to her heart.
The Celebration of Life for Pamela will be 9:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Jacksonville, Monday March 4, 2024.
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58 Condolence(s)
Jean Hickerson
Monday, June 24, 2024
I’m so brokenhearted to hear about Pamela. We met through Ancestry Gene ology. We both found we were related through the Huddleston family. She came to see me. We spent several hours talking and sharing info. I did her papers to get her in DAR through Robert Huddleston, Revolutionary Soldier. I haven’t been on Facebook much because we’ve been traveling a lot. I’m so sorry for Tim and her son Scott and extended family she loved so much.
Sylvia Grant Keegan
Friday, April 19, 2024
To Timothy, Scott and Pamela's extended family.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of Pamela.
It came as a great shock to discover that Pamela had passed.
I have been out of the country for the last 7 weeks nursing my only brother and had not spent time on FB.
It was through FB that I met Pamela and over the years developed a good friendship.
We 'private messaged' a lot and exchanged Christmas cards and gifts over the years..
She had a particular love of Ireland and always wanted to return..
I was always hoping that she would and we could finally meet in person..
I'm heartbroken for you all..
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis
Joy Washok
Monday, March 4, 2024
Sending love and prayers to you and your family. I'm so sorry about your mom. Pam, she was such a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed.
Beth Langevin
Monday, March 4, 2024
May Pam rest in love. She was a wonderful member of our New Horizons Sunday School class for years. Sending sincere condolences to her family. ??
David A Moore
Sunday, March 3, 2024
I served with Pam when she was an ensign in the Military Sealift Command Korea unit, in the Naval Reserves at Camp Robinson, AR. I am truly saddened by her passing. Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate.
Donald Mack & Ronald Mack
Sunday, March 3, 2024
We have known Tim Sheilds over 20 years. And have always heard about all the projects that Pam has been working on.We have never met her in person but we have gotten to know her through her husband. We knew she was a special person and now is special angel in heaven.
Ronald Mack
Sunday, March 3, 2024
Me and brother became friends with Pam
Just Talking on phone with her she seems
So sweet blessed from Ronald & Donald
Mack
Maha Witherington
Sunday, March 3, 2024
Enduring the death of a friend is painful. You may have known them since childhood or recently or in between.
You may have seen them through major life milestones, and vice versa.
I have met Pamela Boyd Shields since my return to Arkansas in late 2016.
As many of you may know my family and friends reside overseas, we lost Phillips parents in 2016 and 2017. Then his youngest brother in 2018.
So my circle of family and friends was limited here in Arkansas.
Pamela came in and we clicked from day one we met, our military background and work were similar. We enjoyed sharing them together.
She was a well decorated Navy Veteran therefore she shared her stories with pride and I just loved them all.
She was an active and a professional woman. During our conversations she never failed to share her knowledge and experiences.
She called me Meeho and encouraged me to write, she read my daily quotes and told me she enjoys them.
She was excited about me joining a leadership opportunity, she was one of three who wrote me an amazing letter of recommendation.
A friend dying is like losing a family member. I’m still trying to process the death of my Pam, especially that it was sudden, it’s truly a big challenge.
I will never forget her or our conversations, I will continue what we started together with pride. She left our world yesterday but her legacy continues.
Rest well in eternal peace my hero ??????
I’m very sad but I know you are in a better place!
Meeho
MHW
Mary Virginia Erdman
Sunday, March 3, 2024
It was an honor to serve on the Veteran's Commission with Pam. We will certainly miss her. She paved the way for our younger generation of female military and veterans.
Margarita Overton
Sunday, March 3, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with Commissioner Sheilds family and friends. ????????????. I served with her on the Arkansas Veterans Commission and she was very passionate and steadfast in advocating for the needs of veterans throughout the state. She was NOT invisible and participated in a campaign highlighting the contributions of women veterans. She’s gone too soon and will be missed so much.
Sharon Ashcraft
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Pam has been a part of my life since high school. She was a kind and generous soul who thought of everyone as a friend. I will always miss her.
Rae Brown
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Pam I am so blessed to have known you here in this crazy world. I enjoyed our talks and will miss you! Heaven gained a beautiful soul. RIP Pam
Barbara Sickels
Friday, March 1, 2024
I’m so sorry for the sudden loss of Pam. My prayers go out to the entire family; asking God to provide strength and comfort during this sad time.
Pam had so many awards and titles to be proud of but my special memories are of my cousin, Pam. We had some great times together -she was always funny, loving and never afraid to stand up for her beliefs. It always fun when our families visited each other. One of our favorite things was sharing our love for Katy Keene comics (blast from the past)!
Because of distance we didn’t see each other very often but talked on the phone once in a while. For some reason , I had been thinking that I had not heard from her in awhile and should try to call. On Feb 8th, she contacted me ; wanting the recipe for my moms peanut butter fudge. My mom was Pam’s Aunt Micky -they so loved each other, making each other laugh so much! To me, hearing from Pam was a “God thing” with her passing only a short time after that. So glad that I was able to speak to her.
To Tim, Scot, Roberta and Mary Jane,and all the family, God bless you all. She will never be forgotten.
Anita Williams Raines
Friday, March 1, 2024
Thank you for your service to our country. Praying for peace and comfort for all her family.
Susan Hicks
Thursday, February 29, 2024
I met Pam at the Pulaski County Committee and the Pulaski County Republican Women. She impressed me with her tenacity and leadership skills. There will be a gap in Arkansas that will not be filled by another. Susan Hicks.
Dr. and Mrs. David Ruck
Thursday, February 29, 2024
We are sorry to hear of Pam’s passing. Although we never met her, we always knew about her from Robbie and Roberta and know she will be missed terribly. Our sincere condolences to her dear friends and family.
Jeannie Scanlan Dykes
Thursday, February 29, 2024
I knew Pam during our school years together in Jacksonville. I remember her beautiful smile and bright, intelligent eyes when talking with her in the cafeteria, at football and basketball games, and before and after our classes as we would make our way through each day. She was so friendly, and had such a good sense of humor and interest in so many things. I am not surprised one bit that she forged ahead in life in such an outstanding and dynamic way.
My sincere condolences to the family. May God’s peace, promise, and perfect love comfort you as you grieve the loss of such a loving soul.
Lynn Lucas
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Pamela, you were such a special friend.
Someone good and true. I will never forget you; I thought the world of you.
~Lynn
Bobette Manees
Thursday, February 29, 2024
So sorry to learn of Pam’s passing. She always seemed so young and glowing .
I admired her energetic support for her causes. You have my deepest sympathy.
Barbara Dodge
Thursday, February 29, 2024
I did not know Pam, but having read about her life and her contributions to this country, I realize what an amazing woman and patriot she was. Please accept my sincere sympathy to you, her family, for your loss.
Tansil Dillaha Sandlin
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Pam was amazing. She was near and dear to so many, because she was truly special herself. I loved her kind and genuine spirit. I will never forget how she always made me feel like I was important and seen. I miss her already and am praying for her family and all who loved her.
Sharon Stone Cunningham
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Tim and family our prayers are with you all during this time... Pam was beyond a best friend to me and others as it only took a moment for her to touch ones life in the most positive way... We will all be back together soon and Pam was right "God's got this."
Pam Wooley
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Scott, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Hope only the best for you and your family as you move forward. Love, Pam Wooley
Sheena Bauman
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Tim and Family, my deepest condolences. I was truly blessed the day Pamela came into my life. The whole salon truly valued her opinion and felt her genuine love for others. Her bravery, heart, spirit, kindness, wisdom, joy, and voice touched and helped so many lives. She will truly be missed. My prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Joanne Filiatreau
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Tim and family, Pam was a dear friend and she frequented the salon cause everyone loved always seeing her. My deepest condolence's to you all. My prayer is God has his loving arms around her and will continue to hold her tight . God Bless You and Keep You ALL
Sharon Kaster
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
I will be praying for your family. I am so sorry for your loss, and Praising God as he has received Pam. Blessings to you and your family!
John P Moory
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Sending my deepest condolences to Pam's family and friends. The Boyd family was such a special part of my childhood.
Randy Campbell
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Tim,
Though I've only known you and Pam a short time "as new neighbors", I will be forever grateful for our friendship. Pam helped me load my terminally ill BIG dog in my SUV for his last trip to the vet. Pam and I will continue our friendship some day.
She touched many lives. What a legacy ! From my family to yours my deepest condolences and prayers for peace during this very difficult time.
Kathryn Searcy
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
With love and prayers for you all. Pam was a gift to us at CBS and to our nation. She is now face to face with the One we love. May His presence bring comfort to you all.
Elizabeth Rector Nelson
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. She will be missed.
Heather Rhodes Pagan
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
to Tim, Scott, Lauren, Roberta and Mary,
It is with a heavy heart that i write this as we will all miss Pam in our lives, See you Monday and rest in peace "Pammie
" and say howdy to everyone that is there to greet you as you make your way to Heaven's door.
Bill Francis
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
My heartfelt condolences Tim .. the love you share with Pam is a priceless gift from God that is truly without end
Keep looking up my friend…
I love you
Shy Butler
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
From my family to yours our deepest condolences and prayers for peace during this very difficult time.
A letter to Auntie Pam:
Thank you for being a wonderful life long friend and mentor to my Mom! She loves you so and misses you terribly! I always looked forward to seeing what gifts the pair of you would send each other each year for birthdays, holidays etc. I know a time was had when you and mom were on active duty together and beyond. Thank you for making those memories with her to cherish. Thank you for always being encouraging and supportive of our family. Heaven couldn’t wait for you. We will see you later Auntie Pam.
Chuck Courtney
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
My sincerest condolences to Pam's family and many friends. I first met Pam in 7th grade Home Room and went to school with her throughout our JHS years. I later discovered her on LinkedIn and Facebook, and found that like me she had a great military career. I have much respect for her and admire her tenacity and integrity, and her involvement in so many worthwhile activities. I wish her, and your family, Fair Winds and Following Seas.
Harold Hicks
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
To Tim and Scott...where to begin...reading her obituary, I realized, to me, she was 'just Pam'. To the her family and the world, she was so much more. My first encounter with her was at Jacksonville Jr. High School. I learned early she was passionate and often fell prey to my passive/aggressive jabs. Even so, we always remained friends and could laugh at our differences. This held true right up to the time of our last visit.
Please know she will be sorely missed by the Jacksonville High School Class of '70. She was our 'spark plug' and always ready to things started when it involved any type of gathering.
From heh!, heh!, heh!! (inside joke)..we'll miss you, Pam. You left us much too soon. Rest well and healed in God's arms, Commander.
Karen Monroe Kropf Edmondson
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Our families go back too many years to count. I always loved your parents and enjoyed your Facebook adventures. Such a great family! Pam always did things her way and was always such a bright light. Rest well and know we will all miss you. RIP
Tasha Olive (Bosshart)
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
My thoughts of the happy, fun days
Bucky Thomas
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Pam was a true force in my life. Not knowing her but a couple of years she certainly made her mark unlike anyone I’ve ever known. Love in our world and in Christ. Bucky
Steve &Vickie Weaver
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Tim you were so lucky to have had the privilege of spending your life with Pam. My wife, Vickie and I both went to high school in Jacksonville with Pam. She was the Maid of Honor at our wedding. You have been so blessed! Maybe she's talking to my sister Ann who went to be with the Lord in October. May God comfort you in this difficult time.
Kathy Monroe Breckenridge
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Such a full and service filled life. Never an empty moment always giving of herself for others. Rest well.
Teresa Allen
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
My sincere condolences for your loss.
I have over 55 years of great memories to carry with me, from our boys birthday party’s, playing Bingo, having high tea in DC and just hanging out. Pam was fiesty and fought for her beliefs. She was loved and will be missed by so many.
Mike conrade
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Rest high on the mountain
Debra Miller
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Heaven receive another beautiful soul Pam was a wonder caring lady who loved her country and her friends and family she will be greatly missed Rest in the arms of Jesus until we meet again
Janet Paquette
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Tim and Scott, you are in our prayers. Pamela was an exceptional woman, not only for her love of country and service to it, but for her love of people, and her ability to see the best in each person, and help them to see it as well. She loved big. She leaves a big hole in each of our hearts. She lived an exceptional life and will be missed by so many.
Jacque Martin
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Pamela was a true American patriot, who wasn't afraid to speak up and point out where things could be better. She was a dear, dear friend. I spoke to her Friday morning and am so thankful I got to tell her how much I loved her. She was so full of life and happy her last morning on earth. I'm grieving with you, Tim, and family. I will miss her very much, but I know I will see her again one day. Praying you to be comforted by Jesus knowing that He holds Pamela safe now. She was such a kind and good person. God bless you!
Tanya Yielding
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Pam was so strong and deep here on this earth. I can only imagine what she’s like in heaven now. She’s complete and stress-free.
I know the lose of her from here is immense to say the least. But just know I’m praying, super hard for all of those that loved her.
In Jesus Christs love,
-Tanya Yielding
(If you don’t have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, now is the time, just talk to him out loud or in your head, all of the time, like constantly. Ask Him what He wants you to do, say, and think. He WILL respond I promise. He loves you more than anyone.)
Walter Harrison Stoermer
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Pam was a tough, enlightened, and patriotic American. She was a pillar of strength and morally superior forvitude as an example and encouragement to us all. Her service to our nation was a natural outgrowth of her patriotism and dedication to the cause of freedom and liberty. I am thankful for her service and for the privilege to call her friend.
Godspeed, Pam.
Catherine
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
My condolences for your loss, Tim. Pamela was such a strong kind soul. She was always willing to help people out and she was such an amazing friend.
Reba Tyler
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Please except my sincerest sympathies. Pam lived down the street from me in junior high, we graduated high school together. So proud of the woman she was and I loved her spirit and Patriotism. I will miss her.
Judy corbin
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Loosing Pam leaves a void anyone who knew her feels. She was a force to recon with. She loved and felt deep. Tim and Scott and extended family, you are in my prayers.
Donnie Scroggins
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
From one Veteran to another...I Salute You.
Allan Snook
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss…please know that many people like and care about you and your family, and are grieving with you …hope you find comfort and peace
Cherry Dougherty
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
God bless you and your family. Such a loss to all who know Pam. She will be missed. So glad I got to see her not too long ago . She was sweet and happy . Til we all meet again. God bless all
Charlene Hardcastle
Monday, February 26, 2024
I knew Pamela through her leadership with the Republican Party and various patriotic endeavors. She was beautiful inside and out and gained the respect and admiration of all who truly knew her. Pamela cared deeply and put her caring into action in significant ways that will
have long lasting impact
on the many lives she touched. RIP Warrior Angel.
Gary Butler
Monday, February 26, 2024
Sincere condolences, she leaves such a void. My prayers are with you and your family
Melissa Ridgway
Monday, February 26, 2024
Tim,
I am so sorry for your loss!! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Ridgway
Monday, February 26, 2024
Tim, I am so sorry to hear about Pam. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Mike Driver
Sunday, February 25, 2024
Tim, I'm sorry to hear about Pam.