Michael Shea, 71, of Port Neches, and formerly of Houston, died Sunday, September 18, 2011, at Harbor Hospice House in Beaumont.
Born August 1, 1940 in Bonham, Texas to Hazel Barron and James Elbert Shea, Mike began his 40 year career with Reliant Energy, previously Houston Lighting and Power, as a co-op student while attending the University of Houston. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, and later earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering and a Masters in Business Administration. He was a member of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers, the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, and Charter member of Toast Masters International.
After retiring in 2000 from Reliant Energy, Michael worked as an
assistant for The Beaumont Heritage Society. In 2003, he began working for the Texas Workforce Commission as an assistant until his illness. Michael had a passion for old movies, opera and history. He enjoyed ballroom dancing, traveling abroad and Los Vegas.
He is survived by his wife, Carolina "Carrie" Shea of Port Neches;
sister, Catherine Shea, PhD of Florence, Alabama; son, David Shea of Houston; daughter, Christine Shea of League City; son, Patrick Shea and his wife, Margo of Pearland; grandchildren, Katelyn, Ashley, Liam, and Ava; aunt, Maxine Eberle of Dallas; and numerous cousins.
A private observance was attended by immediate family, followed by
cremation on September 20, 2011 at Broussard's Crematorium, 5150 Stivers Drive, Beaumont.
Memorial contributions in the name of Michael Shea may be made to the American Heart Society, Port Neches Senior Citizen Center, 633 Grigsby Avenue, Port Neches, Texas 77651. Please note on check that the funds will go to the purchase of an electrical
powered chair; or Habitat Restore (a part of Habitat for Humanity), 610 Trinity Road, Beaumont, Texas 77701. Please note on check the funds will go for fans and/or for electrical repairs of the Restore warehouse.
