Gloria Lee Pitcher Shields, 82, of Lusby, Maryland passed away on May 17, 2014 in Prince Frederick, Maryland. Born December 20, 1931, in Broomes Island, Maryland to the late John James and Amy Elliott Pitcher.

Although Gloria did work outside the home from time to time, her occupation and love was being a homemaker. She was known for her extraordinary baking skills. She baked desserts for several of the local restaurants as well as her family and friends. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren and playing golf with her husband.

Gloria is survived by her beloved husband, Warren E. Shields, Sr., "Bud" of Lusby, MD, devoted mother of Ricky Shields of Lusby, MD, Terry Shields ( Faye) of Prince Frederick, MD, Todd Shields (Roxanne) of Dowell, Maryland, Warren E. Shields, Jr. "Buddy" (Bonnie) of Hubert, NC, and John Shields (Angie) of St. Leonard, MD. Grandmother of Mark, April, Meghan, Jessica, Natalie, Amanda, Rebecca, and the late Ryan, and Great Grandmother of ten. She is also survived by her sisters, Lorraine King of Prince Frederick, MD, Ethel Buck, of Broomes Island, MD and Joan Reid of Lexington Park, MD.

A Celebration of Gloria's life will take place on Friday May 30, 2014, 11 A.M. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Prince Frederick, MD. Interment is private. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church.

Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home.