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Milanne (Miles) Shea

Milanne (Miles) Shea

SHARON — Milanne (Miles) Shea, 70, died Oct. 21, 2020, with her husband, Patrick Shea, by her side in New Port Richey, Fla.  

A memorial service will be held in Connecticut at a date to be determined after the COVID-19 pandemic is under control. 

She was born Nov. 11, 1949, in New York City to Jackie Miles and Loraine Strauch. Her father was a nationally known comedian who was famous for his small stature, unique voice and hilarious routines, performing all over the country and on many TV shows.  Her mother was a dancer who performed in shows and was known for her elegance, who later in life became a homemaker. 

They both moved to Connecticut to start a life together where they raised a family of four children, Milanne being their only daughter.

Milanne grew up in Connecticut, graduated Housatonic Valley Regional High School in Falls Village and attended the University of Connecticut where she graduated cum laude, met her first husband, and then went on to have two boys. Throughout her life Milanne had three children, two boys Joshua and Jason,  and one girl named Jasmine. Along with three children Milanne had two grandchildren, Alyssa and Jonathan. 

She was known for always being a kind and thoughtful person with a wonderful sense of humor and terrific laugh. She was also known for being creative, artistic and bright.  She went on later in life to earn a master’s degree in corporate management. Over the years Milanne professionally held different sales and marketing positions at several companies, where she excelled.

Later in life Milanne moved to Florida to follow her deep religious faith. That is where she met her current husband, Patrick, who was her devoted caregiver and partner for the last 12 years of her life as she battled multiple sclerosis.  For close to 20 years she fought the illness with resilience and grace. Patrick was known for being by her side every single day and not taking a day off; his love and commitment to her was beautiful for those that had the chance to know him and witness them together.  

She will be remembered by many. 

Milanne is survived by her three brothers, Mark, Marshall and Mitchell; her sons, Joshua and Jason; her daughter, Jasmine; and her grandchildren, Jonathan and Alyssa.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Loraine (Lee) Miles and her father, Jackie Miles.

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