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SHARON LOUISE SHELDON (GARRY)
Date of Passing: Jul 20, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemorySHARON LOUISE SHELDON (GARRY) 1948 - 2014 On Sunday, July 20, 2014 Sharon passed away quietly in her home, surrounded by her family, at age 65. Sharon was predeceased by her father Chris Garry. She leaves behind her mother Betty Garry, her husband Wayne Sheldon, her son Chris McIvor (Lisa), her stepdaughters Debbie, Darlene (Dave), Gina Sevick (Todd), and Jodi, along with the loves of her life her five grandchildren: Lukas, Rhys, Maddie, Spencer, and Cole. Also left to mourn are her brothers Andy Garry (Carol) and Lawrence Garry (Pat), as well as nieces and nephews Laura (Jay), Alex, Jonathan, Sean (Mellisa), Jessica and Amber. Having grown up in Fort Rouge, she attended Riverview Elementary and Churchill High School, graduating in 1965. For many years she continued to live in Fort Rouge before moving to Kelowna, BC, then Balmoral, Manitoba, and finally Headingley, Manitoba. Sharon loved to sew and quilt. She turned her hobby into her own business, Prairie Breeze LongArm Quilting which she operated until this past year. She met many people and started great new friendships in the sewing community. Sharon was also one to always lend a hand. In her retirement she volunteered with the Balmoral Community Hall, the Stonewall Legion and many charities. She was also a dog lover, never to be with out at least one dog in her adult life she leaves behind two of her best friends Treble and Cooper. In the years following her retirement Wayne and Sharon travelled as much as possible. She loved their home in Texas and always looked forward to their trips down south and the new found friends they made there. Even while battling her illness she managed one last trip down to Texas with Wayne this past February. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to CancerCare Manitoba or a charity of your choice. The family would like to thank the Southern Manitoba Palliative Care program. Dr. Woelk made it possible for Sharon to fulfill her wishes and remain at home for her final month. A heartfelt thank you also to nurse Emily Gray, the daily nurses and the rest of the staff from the Palliative Care program for their incredible caring and compassion. The family can not thank you enough. We would also like to thank Dr. Wong and nurses Erin, Cheryl and the entire staff at CancerCare Manitoba/St. Boniface General Hospital. A memorial service will be held for Sharon at Stonewall United Church on Monday, July 28 at 2:00 p.m. with a reception immediately afterwards at the Stonewall Legion Hall.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 23, 2014
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Dear Wayne and Family, We are so sorry to learn of Sharon's death. May your memories give you peace at this time and may love give you strength in the days ahead. We also hope that knowing others care gives you comfort. With sincere sympathy, Barry and Merle - Posted by: Barry and Merle Tomyk (Friends) on: Jul 25, 2014
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Sharon with her long arm quilting skills made my quilts "sing." Each quilt came to life when she added her stitches! We became quilting friends. She taught me many quilting skills--we had lively conversations about quilts of all things!! I remember a lovely woman full of love for her family, pets and friends and a real joy in her heart! I will miss you my friend--Rest in peace - Posted by: Wendy McCann (friend) on: Jul 25, 2014
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Sharon was the Auntie to my grandson-in-law (Sean) and his wife (Melissa). We met at her Father's funeral and we hit it off right away. We will never forget how pleasant, vibrant and honest a person she was. She stood up for her family and what she believed in. The many fond memories of her of the times in Island of Women Mexico We thank all people that helped Sharon in her time of need . - Posted by: Jean Ingham and Janice Holt () on: Jul 23, 2014