Father Thomas Earl Shields, Mother Wanda Louis Vlasek, Sister Tammy Shields, Angie Shields, Leah Shields. Grew up in Ingram Texas, went to school at Ingram Tom Moore Elementary/High School. Ran Track for Tom Moor High School won many medals for his talent. Worked locally as a carpenter around town doing (odd jobs) painting, insultation, framing, roofing. Enjoyed his family, biking, running, music and games. never married and never had any kids.