SMITH – Sheila Diane Mississauga, ON and Brooklyn, NS
It is with sadness that the family announces that Sheila Diane Smith, 77, of Mississauga, ON, formerly of Brooklyn, Queens County, NS, passed away suddenly on May 2, 2020 at Cooksville Care Centre, Mississauga, ON.
Born in Liverpool, NS, Sheila was a daughter of the late Leigh and Elaine Smith.
At the age of nineteen, Sheila moved to Toronto and later to Mississauga, On where she purchased a townhouse in 1994. Throughout her career, Sheila was employed as a legal secretary/assistant at several legal firms, but spent the greater part of her career with the Toronto Legal Department of Canadian Pacific which she managed from 1974 until the department was closed down in 1995, after which she held various temporary positions until her retirement. Sheila had a passion for travel, notably her epic trip to Australia and New Zealand. She enjoyed cooking, watching Coronation Street, sailing in her younger days, emailing her friends and family and spending time with her loving cats, lastly her beloved Iris. Sheila will be fondly remembered by her family and her friends for her quick wit and keen sense of humour.
Sheila is survived by her sister Betty Jean (Beverley) Colp of Beach Meadows, NS and her uncle St. Clair (Rosemary) Smith of Lunenburg, NS. Also several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Basic Funeral Home, Mississauga, ON and Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Due to the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, a memorial service will be held at a later date in Mississauga, ON with a private family graveside burial in Seaside Cemetery, Brooklyn where Sheila will be laid to rest with her parents. Donations in Sheila’s memory may be made to Cooksville United Church, Mississauga, ON. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
Sheila’s family wishes to thank the staff at Cooksville Care Centre (second floor) for their care and compassion and express special thanks to Sheila’s dear friends Roger and Marie Steer and Sherley Pero who were an invaluable source of support and companionship throughout Sheila’s declining health.
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Lannie and Judy Francis
To Betty Jean and family, so sorry to hear of Shelia’s passing. Shelia and I sent many e-mails back and forth. I loved to read of her trips and meals out with close friends on special occasions. Thinking of you at this time. Hugs, Lannie and Judy.
Shirley Dey
I was very sorry to hear Sheila had passed. We kept in touch through email. To BJ and the rest of her family, I’m so sorry for you loss. She was very special. Our love of cats, got us emailing and how she loved Iris and would tell me, the funny things she did. May she rest in peace. Gran
John Douglas Winters
Dear Betty Jean, Beverly and family,
Our deepest condolences on Sheila,s passing. Mom( Elizabeth) always enjoyed her time working with Sheila at Jones, Milford and Freeman.Thinking of all of you.
Sincerely,
Doug and Dot
Helen Whynacht
I am so very sorry to here of Sheila’s passing. We became good friends a few years ago and emailed back and forth ever since that.I really enjoyed our conversations. I send condolences to her family…….
Judi Maillett
To Sheila’s family, I have been connected with Sheila with our local group Queens Connections. I never knew Sheila but got to know her through these posts on our group. She told stories of her trips, people in her community, the food she liked, many topics, including bringing a kitty into her life which she told of the many antics this little one got into. She really enjoyed this pet. She painted a very nice life she had for us. So sorry to see she has passed. She will be missed. Judi M
Marie Wambolt
Betty Jean and family
So sorry to read of your sister passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult
Cheryl & Harry
We send our sincere condolences . When I looked at her photo, I could hear her distinctive laugh. Strange what memories stick with you. May you RIP, Sheila.
Noel & Jean Dexter
Betty Jean & Beverley,
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your sister. Cherish the Memories and God Bless.
Francis & Peggy Payzant
Dear Betty Jean, Beverly, & Extended Families.
Francis & I Are Very Sorry To Hear About Sheila’s Passing. We Send Our Deepest Condolences To All Her Families. Cherish Your Memories Of Your Sister, Sister-In- Law , & Aunt, As I’m Sure You Have Many. May Sheila Rest In Peace And May God Wrap His Loving Arms Around Each And Everyone Of You, Especially You Betty Jean.,To Let The Healing Begin!!!
Sincerely:
Francis & Peggy Payzant.
Jan Winchester
So sorry for your loss, Betty Jean.
Sincerely, Jan
Jane Hansen
So sorry to hear about Sheila. I have been in touch with Karalee. Take care
Jane
Judy Nickerson Tarr
Betty Jean, I am so sorry to hear of Sheila’s passing.
Glenda Fralic
Our heartfelt condolences to you , Betty Jean & family on the passing of your sister . Memories and reflections of times past will give you comfort Glenda & Michael
Linda Leslie
To Betty Jean & family: we send condolences on the passing of Sheila. sincerely Linda & Curtis
Valerie Conrad
Betty-Jean – I am so sorry to hear of your sister’s passing. I’m thinking of you at this difficult time.
Beatrice DeLong
Betty Jean & Family, I was sorry to read of Sheila’s passing. I knew she had gone into a home but didn’t realize just how poor her health was. My Condolences to you all. Hugs and Take Care. RIP Sheila
Shirley and Paul Shot
Dear Betty Jean and family. I read of your sisters passing with a heavy heart, knowing how close you both were. No words can lessen your grief during this difficult time. Remember the good times you shared and think of her often. Blessings
Lynn Lavender
Dear Betty Jean,
So sorry for the loss of your sister..take care❤️
Brenda and Bob Lohnes
Betty Jean and Family\; Our sincere condolences on the passing of your sister. Special memories will help you through this sad time
Donna (Purdy) Cox
Dear Betty Jean and family…
It is with deep sadness that I learned today of Sheila’s passing. Family is so very special and all things beautiful last forever kept within sweet memories.
Peggyand Richard Hatt
To the many friends and family of Sheila .I am pleased to say that I got to know Sheila through Queens Connections and than we started to email one another over the years ,I always enjoyed hearing about Iris’ antics ,how she loved Iris . Sorry that I never got to meet her in person . Rest easy Sheila ..
John & Nancy LEEFE
Betty Jean and Family, we are sorry to learn of your sister’s passing. She certainly had a most fulfilling life.
Faye Levy
Betty Jean and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your sister Sheila’s passing. I remember her when I would drop into your Family Corner Store. Cherish all your wonderful memories…I will keep you in my Thoughts and Prayers.
Faye
Marilyn Mathoney
So sorry to hear of Sheila’s passing. We were from the same Neighbourhood in Mississauga and shared an evening or two at the local pub. I was on Sheilas email list and enjoyed keeping in touch.
RIP Sheila.
Nancy Spinks
Betty Jean and family, I was saddened to read of Sheila’s recent passing. I have fond memories of her from our grade school and high school days. My sincerest condolences to all of you.
Nancy Spinks
Robert & Marjorie MacGowan
Sorry to hear about Sheila. Our condolences.
Cathy de Rome
Betty Jean and family,
Thinking of you at this time. Sincere condolences on the passing of your sister, Sheila.
Cathy
Rosaline Fleese
Sorry to hear of Sheila’s passing. Sheila belonged to our church family at Cooksville United for many years. We know she is in God’s loving care.
Bonnie Henderson
Betty Jean and Family,
Sending my heartfelt condolences to all of you on Sheila’s passing.
Sincerely,
Bonnie
Tom Andrews
Betty Jean, so sorry for the loss of your sister. We were pretty close at one time but grew apart over the years. She will be missed by all. RIP my dear cousin.
Irene Bayko
My heartfelt sympathy to the family on the loss of their beloved Sheila. She was great fun with her kindness, fast wit and wonderful sense of humour. I will miss her always. Forever in my heart.
Irene
Kathleen webster
Dear Betty Jean, Beverly and family,
So sorry to read of your sister’s passing. May your fond memories carry you through this difficult time.
Kathleen and Ron Webster
Barbara Burns
Betty Jean, Beverly and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to all the family.
Randi Dickie
Dear Betty Jean and family,
We are sorry to hear of Sheila’s passing. We haven’t seen her for years but have vivid memories of Sheila as a Brooklyn girl and many friends along the way.
Sending you our thoughts of care and support
Randi & Ted