SHEILA SELLERS

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SHEILA SELLERS It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Sheila Sellers, dear wife, mother and Baba, on Tuesday, October 24, 2000, at the age of 77 years. She was predeceased by her parents William and Eva Rabofsky, stepmother Jessie Rabofsky, stepbrother Sam Bondar, and son-in-law Shep Nerman. She is survived by her husband Sam; daughter Reesa Nerman, daughter and son-in-law Michelle and Harvey Chochinov; sister Toba Waldman; step-brother Harry (Ruth) Bondar; sister-in-law Murial Bondar, her three grandchildren Seth, Lauren and Rachel, numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and many friends. Sheila was born on March 31, 1923 in Regina, Saskatchewan. She spent her early years in Prelate, Saskatchewan. Sheila trained formally to become a secretary and eventually moved to Winnipeg. It was there that she met her husband Sam, and they were married on June 2, 1953. After starting their family, Sheila returned to the work setting where she earned her reputation as a meticulous and dedicated secretary. She held positions at Athletes Wear, and then as en executive secretary at Winnipeg Hydro for over 15 years until her retirement at age 55. She then volunteered at Jewish Child and Family Services, where they too recognized her wonderful professional and personal skills, and offered her a position, which she was able to maintain into her early sixties. For Sheila, the role of wife and mother defined the essence of who she was. Over the years, these roles were graciously expanded to include mother-in-law, aunty and perhaps most coveted and cherished, Baba. She always gave of herself selflessly, and felt such pride towards her grandchildren, Seth, Lauren and Rachel. Sheila was a meticulous cook, and took great care and pride in preparing and sharing the many delicious family recipes and holiday dishes. Despite her various health problems, Sheila maintained her dignity and sweetness, and never failed to share her love with us. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness and selflessness that has enriched each of our lives a blessing that none of us will ever forget. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to our cousin Joyce Basman whose love and care never wavered, to Lil Sturry whose friendship and devotion was a gift to our mother. We would also like to thank Shirley and Dave Chochinov and their families for their endless support and encircling us with their warmth and love. A special thank you to homecare workers Corinne and Marisol, and to Cheryl Hirsh at Jewish Child and Family Services for their help, compassion and support. A sincere thanks to all of our wonderful friends and colleges for their thoughtfulness, meals, donations and expressions of sympathy. A funeral service was held on Thursday, October 26 at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, officiated by Rabbis Green and Berkal, with interment at the Rosh Pina Cemetery. Pallbearers were Harvey Chochinov, Seth Nerman, Lauren Chochinov, Gerald Waldman, Ronald Waldman and Stuart Bondar. Donations may be made in Sheilas memory to the Alzheimers Society of Manitoba, Jewish Child and Family Services, or to a charity of your choice.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 03, 2000