Aidan William Shea, age 10, cherished son of Kevin and Theresa, nee Robbins; beloved brother of Connor and Liam; loving grandson of Bee, nee Regan, and the late William Robbins and William (Diane) and the late Margaret, nee Gaffney, Shea; dear nephew of Bill (Mary) Shea, Matt (Becky) Robbins and the late Joseph Robbins; loving cousin of Will and Simon Shea; and adored charge of his beloved nanny, Sarah Jordan. Aidan was an avid drummer and soccer player and proud member of the Tiger Sharks Swim Team. Aidan loved Greek mythology, all things military, reading, the Jackson Jaguars, Under Armour clothing and playing video games. He was the comedian of his family. Although Baby B to his twin Connor’s Baby A, Aidan took great pride in being bigger than his older brother. He was a fierce protector and the self-proclaimed boss of his younger brother, Liam. Aidan’s compassion for and generosity to others made him seem much older than his 10 years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. at Visitation Catholic Church, 779 South York Road, (at Madison), Elmhurst. Committal Service Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lurie Children’s Foundation TeamRaiser, Attn: The Tribute Program of Lurie Children’s, 225 East Chicago Avenue, Box 4, Chicago, IL 60611-2991 . Arrangements handled by Gibbons Funeral Home, Elmhurst. 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com
Link for donations : http://foundation.luriechildrens.org/goto/aidanshea
Susan Radde
What a fitting tribute to an adored son, brother, grandson and cousin. He will be missed in ways that cannot be described but will continue to be loved and cherished in his family’s hearts forever.
Heartfelt sympathy and prayers,
Susan Radde and Mohit Sen
Kathleen Benn
We have been beyond comprehension all week, but our prayers for you are unending. Whatever We can ever do for your family, We will do. Our love goes out to you,
Kathleen Benn
Mollie
No words. I’m so very sorry and want you to know you will forever have our love and prayers.
Mollie
Cathy Wolff
There just are no words, please know your family has my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Libby Budd
We are so sorry! Our prayers for Aidan and his family!
Betty and Dave Gallagher
Sorry to hear. Thoughts and prayers to family.
Amy Reser
I’m still in shock. I pray that God comforts your family during this time of great loss. Aiden will be missed by all who knew him. I look forward to meeting him again in heaven.
Amy Reser
Jennifer Delaney Tackett
Prayers for your family at this difficult time.
Patti Mehler
Theresa, Kevin and family, You are all in my heart and prayers. I hope it won’t be long before you can remember Aidan with smiles and laughter of your beautiful memories of him, instead of tears and grief.
William & Donna Chellios
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Neil and Betsy Nunamaker
Theresa, Kevin, Bee and all family, Neil and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. Aidan sounds like he was an amazing young man! There are no words that can express how we feel, you have our deepest sympathy at this very difficult time in your life. Our prayers to all of your family.
Jennifer Goodwin-Rutzen
So, so very sorry. Our deepest sympathy to you all. Our hearts are hurting for you. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. May God wrap His arms around you and surround you with His love.
Becky Hursh
There are no words that could ever bring comfort, but know that you are all in my prayers.
Becky Hursh
Sherry
There are no words that I can say. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. We are here for you, always.
Kim Heinberg
Aidan was a loving boy who comforted those around him. He touched the hearts of so many. His kindness lives on through others. It always will. Our thoughts and prayers are constantly with all of you.
Kim, Craig, Grant and Matthew Heinberg
Michelle Guerino
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Aiden. Aiden was a sweet boy, and will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this extremely difficult time.
Matt Badon
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. My most sincere and deepest sympathies to the entire family and all the friends who are going through such a difficult time.
I know I have been out of touch with Kevin for a long time, but please, if there is absolutely anything I could possibly do, please do not hesitate to ask.
JoAnne (Hansen) Smith
Theresa and Bee, I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of your family during this difficult time.
Kelly Vallicelli
Please know that so many are supporting, thinking, loving, and praying for your family, Jackson, and the community. All of Elmhurst mourns with you and feels the tremendous void, loss, and sadness. Much love to you.
Nicole Brown
Theresa, words cannot say how sorry I am to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies and prayers to you and your family.
David M Reyes
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My words can not comfort how you feel. It’s a difficult time in your life but I am certain God will look out for your loving son. Keep faith and pray because your son will hear you. I wish the best for you and your family Kevin. Stay strong! Sincerely, David M Reyes.
Laurel Harris Baffa
We are so grateful to have known this little man even just a little. We send you all our love and hope for quiet moments when you can remember him well. – Baffas
Mike and Sheila Simnick
We are so very sorry for your loss.
John Miner
Theresa and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Son, Aidan. May God hold you all tight during this difficult time. Thoughts and Prayers for your family.
John Miner Family
Jan DeCoursey-Soule
The Soule family is devastated. We will pray for quiet times together for all of you so that, as a family, you are able to hold Aidan close in your heart. But, this is not enough.
Jan, Patrick, Liam, and Aidan