My memories of Jean must also include her husband, Bill, who was my guidance counselor when I attended UT College of Pharmacy. Both Jean and Bill assisted me in my activities with the Texas Pharmacy Association leading to my presidency in 1989-90.  One of the highlights of those years was Jean's leadership in establishing the PRN program with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, as well as the Association. The PRN program was adapted throughout our country, eventually enabling pharmacists, as well as other members of the health team with drug problems to return to active status. Anything that might have occurred during that time-frame, in my opinion, was second to her leadership in this area. 

Soon after I became Executive Director of the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, I began working with Jean (who was employed by the Texas Pharmacy Association) on her initiative to establish a program that would address and assist pharmacists with substance abuse issues.  What struck me about Jean was her passion and commitment to reach out to those who needed help and to support their efforts as they worked to transform their lives.  Her advocacy was instrumental in gaining the support from the Board--crucial to the success of the program.  She touched and inspired so many pharmacists and will be remembered for her care and compassion.  Because of her contributions, the Texas Professional Recovery Network continues to be recognized as one of the outstanding programs of its kind in the United States. 

We were sorry to learn of your mother’s passing.  She and your father were a great couple.  We always enjoyed their company when we attended pharmacy meetings. 
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim and Sally Vordenbaumen 

To Lisa, Erin, Bill & all Jean’s special family
How do we express our sadness-we were friends so long (Jean & Bill were at our wedding in 1959), we were partners in real estate, we were connected through Pharmacy, through our kids’ schools, PTAs,  Pharmacy Auxiliary (Poison Prevention Puppet Shows-traveled all over Texas), through years of our Supper Club. When Luther was looking for just the right person to fill a position at TPA, Mary Ann suggested how well Jean would be suited for the position because of her diverse background in organization & volunteer organizations. The rest is history as Jean made enormous contributions to humankind as founder of the PRN (Pharmacists Recovery Network). Here’s to our devoted friend, Jean. 
Luther, Mary Ann & the entire Parker Family 


So sad to learn of Jean’s death.

Her contributions to all healthcare practitioners, future healthcare practitioners and the general public have enormous ramifications.

One only had to “drop by” the Texas Pharmacy Association Building on US 183 on a given Sunday in September back in the decade of the 80s and watch Jean Sheffield shepherd first year pharmacy students to their seats.  The students were attending to learn about the Pharmacist Recovery Network.  This particular network for pharmacists in Texas was developed by Jean to assist pharmacists to aid other pharmacists to become better practitioners and overcome various personal issues in doing so.

Jean solicited the help of John and Pat O’Brien in training the pharmacy students, but it was Jean who was the driving force and “mover and shaker”.  Attending an “all day” instruction and training program on a beautiful fall day had to be a burden at times, but Jean never complained.  It was her mission to educate and train pharmacy students and pharmacists and in doing so has become a Pharmacy Legend.    

In addition, Jean subsequently played a major role in developing Recovery Networks for other healthcare practitioners in Texas.

Jean, thanks for your passionate efforts to aid all of us in becoming better practitioners. And more importantly better human beings. Yes, Jean your name should be added to the list of Pharmacy Legends.

There are so many good memories of both Jean and Bill. But Jean's dedication to the Pharmacists Recovery Network, from its beginning to sharing it with other organizations who realized its value. 
Her hubby was my advisor in UT Pharmacy School, way back when I needed his smile and good advice.
Jean was beginning to grow the Pharmacists Recovery Network when I began my climb to becoming the President of TPA.  There were many great staff members who made my year almost a walk in the park, but Jean's contributions were most special and noteworthy.

I have worked for PRN/TPA for over 8 years now and wanted to share how much of a positive impact Mrs. Sheffield made on the on the lives of others. As a result of all her efforts to create PRN we have been able to support over 1,100 pharmacists in their recovery journey to date.  None of which would have been possible without Mrs. Sheffield, a true trailblazer for the pharmacy community and a trailblazer in peer assistance programs! Our condolences go out to Mrs. Sheffield's family and friends. The PRN team will continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers during this time. 


So sorry to hear about Jean😢😢I so enjoyed working with her at Handcrafts Unlimited. She was the one who trained me. I was with her on the Wednesday crew.  She was a fascinating lady. Loved to hear her stories of her pharmaceutical days, but she never bragged. She will be missed. RIP sweet Jean.
Suzanne Crossley

Mrs. Sheffield was a special lady.  She treated me and my siblings the same as her children.  She was always involved in our activities  and led me to my first Sunday school, Girl Scouts and other activities.  She was calm in spite of perhaps six of us screaming down the hallways when one of our seances Or other hallway games went south.   She taught my mother how to sew and we all benefited.  So many great memories. My Deepest sympathies to her family. 

I am so sorry for your loss.  I worked with Jean at Texas Pharmacy Association.  She was a great mentor to so many people she worked with.  I received a compliment from Jean about my driving.  Jean, Wayne & I were driving to Houston for a Continue Education Program for pharmacists and Jean fell asleep.  She told me she had never fallen asleep in a car since an accident she was in years ago but she felt very safe with me driving.  I was honored.  I have to remember to tell my son that when he complains about my driving now.

To Jean’s family,
     I am saddened to learn of Jean’s passing. She was a lovely lady that I had the privilege of knowing. Jack and I socialized for many years with her and Bill in the Supper Club. They were a wonderful couple and fun to be with.
   Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Most sincerely,
    Charlotte Birdwell Firestone

OBITUARY

Jean W. Sheffield

August 1, 1930 – July 12, 2020

Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home & Cemetery

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