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Dawn Johnston posted a condolence
Thursday, June 23, 2011
my sympathies on the passing of Sheila - The Brussels United Church family will miss her & we thank her for her hard work & dedication.
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Heather Dean (Yule) posted a condolence
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Dear Doug and Rob (and of course your family) Jane (Nelson)let me know of your mom's passing while we were away last week. Such sad news. I can only say I am a better person for having had her in my life. I will always remember her infectious laugh and generous spirit. I know she lives on in all of us.
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Trudy Krahn posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
I had the opprotunity of being involved with the Blyth Festival when I was a youngster in Blyth. Your Mother was one of the most inspriring people in those early years of the theatre. Her laughter will always echo in the halls of the theatre and her devotion to the Festival will be forever admired.
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Eric Swann posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Our thoughts are with you and your family. Love, Eric and Rusty Swann and family
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Carolyn Stewart posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Dear Robert, Helen, Doug, Jane, and families, We are saddened to hear of the loss of your wonderful Mom. All of the Stewart family loved Sheila and will truly miss her. Sheila had an adventurous spirit which took my Mom and lady friends off to travel the world. My Dad was not so keen on all this but even he was soft to Sheila and when she asked, he just couldn't resist. Off they went, giggling all the way and no adventure was too big. I spent years in Guiding learning from my trusty leader, Sheila, about everything you needed to know about living under canvass and appreciating all of nature. More than that I learned from Sheila the big life lessons - be joyful, seize every opportunity, carry on and do your best, help others and treasure your women friends. Sheila was a tremendous role model who demonstrated the Girl Guide promise every day. Bob had many visits with our dear Sheila and each time her enthusiasm was overflowing as she encouraged and supported him along the journey. Sheila was an outstanding soul who had an amazing influence on all the Stewarts. We are blessed to have shared her life. With affection, Carolyn Stewart
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Don & Pat Nolan posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of Sheila's passing. She was a very special lady who was always genuinely interested in our lives. I met Sheila through my sister Kathy Workman and found her to be one of the few people I know who truly lived her faith - heaven will rejoice when she arrives. Our sympathies to all of her family. Sincerely Don & Pat Nolan
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Cheryl Drysdale Hesse posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Condolences to both of you and your families on the loss of your mother. It was quite a shock to read of “Aunt Sheila’s” death in the Montreal gazette this past Saturday. I remember her as being so happy, so busy and so kind. My parents always enjoyed her visits when she was in town. Again, our deepest sympathies. Cheryl (Drysdale) Robert Hesse and family. 1126 Brown Ave. Verdun QC H4H 2A8
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Patty Dummitt & Judy Becker posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
We are very sorry to hear of Sheila's passing. She touched an extrodinary number of lives over the years. Although we haven't lived in Brussels for quite some time we remember Sheila during our years of Brownies and Girl Guides and later when our mother, Barbara Knight, cleaned for Sheila. We were grateful for how well she treated our Mom. They could always laugh heartily together over the silliest little things. Sheila sincerely always wanted to know what was going on in our lives and how we were doing. She was always full of such positive energy and good advice that you couldn't help enjoy being around her.
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Pat, Cathy, Anne, Laura, Nancy and Lenore West posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Sheila was a special friend to our family over many years of Guiding and Wellington Square United Church in Burlington. She remained close even when in Brussels with many trips to the Blyth Festival and visits in Burlington. Sheila was so uniquely herself and will alway be remembered as simply "Sheila" in our family; it is enough to conjure many great memories of a wonderful and caring person. She will be fondly remembered by all who met her and especially in our family. Our condolences to you all. Pat is in currently in Saskatoon visiting Lenore but will be with you in prayer tomorrow. Love to all.
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Tim Phillips posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
"Aunt" Sheila was someone who had a positive impact on the lives of everyone who met her. The summers that I spent with her and the Richards family helped mold me into the person I am today. She was a tremendous person in a tremendous family. She opened her heart and her home to me and my family. She was as honest and loving as the day is long. One of my favorite stories and one that illustrates this so well is as follows... I was little whippersnapper who had a knack for finding pennies, nickels and dimes in the street. We went into town one morning and, while Aunt Sheila was picking up some fresh produce, I had amassed enough of a bounty to purchase a pack of gum. As we returned home and neared the farm I whipped it out my gum popped in a stick. Sheila, knowing I did not have any money on me when I arrived, asked if I had actually paid for it. I told her I did. Sheila, knowing that little boys are not always honest, turned the car around, went back to the general store and asked the clerk if I did indeed pay for the gum. When the clerk responded in the affirmative and I was found not guilty, Sheila immediately apologized to me, told me I was a good boy and as we headed back to the farm she told me she was proud of me. She wanted to make sure everyone was dealt with fairly and knew that they were loved. It is a message that has stuck with me to this day. We will miss you but be assured that Sheila lives on in all of us that knew her. God bless.
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Jackie Donaldson, Lyn, Evan and Maisie Jones posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Mrs. Richards was an inspiration. Though in actuality we had spent very little time with her, she somehow had a notable, meaningful presence in our lives. Through my parents (Rick and Marilyn) she kept up with how we were doing and we kept up with her. As children, she shared her beautiful cottage with us (a real treat for kids who grew up in a suburban high-rise) and one beautiful, warm cozy Christmas in Brussels. We knew about her activities with the Blythe Theatre, her lovely summers in Quebec and when we did get to see her - last time was a radiant Thanksgiving in Huntsville - it was like we'd seen each other every day, that no time had passed. The sharing of the "big catch-up" was so easy and done with smiles and earnest interest all around. A massive big, warm hug to you, Sheila. We will miss your love. Jackie, Lyn, Evan and Maisie.
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Rick Phillips posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Sheila (I only stopped calling her Mrs. Richards in my early 50's at her insistence stepped into my life big time when my own mother died. So much of my teens were spent doing activities that she was involved in. Surrogate mother; friend; and inspiration to me and many others. She will be sorely missed.
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Peter Acheson posted a condolence
Monday, June 13, 2011
I offer my condolences for the loss of your mom. My parents are Mary and Phil Acheson from Wellington Square United Church in Burlington. I remember your mother from Wellington Square United Church in Burlington Ontario. I undefined when she was a leader for 2 of the trips that the late Rev Peter Twaddle ran to PineBroke in Penn in March break back in the mid 70's. She was a great leader and friend for all of us, some even called her Mom. She was a great person
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Peter and Dawn-Lynn Prediger posted a condolence
Monday, June 13, 2011
Dear Rob, Helen, Doug, Jane and families, Where do we start, when this is all about a life time of memories.? Sheila has been in my life since I was 16 years old. She was always accepting, loving and kind from day one. I'm sure she saw many flaws and bad decisions back then but chose always to only see the best in all of us. We always accused her of wearing "Rose coloured glasses" where she could find something good in the worst offender. As the years passed she supported us in every area of our lives. When Allison and Peter were born she made her annual visits to BC to spend at least a week at a time with us. For me she was such a blessing, because as a young mom, my time was never my own and she recognized that. She always brought me something, a small vase for lily-of-the-valley, salad tongs, or just something I would never have bought for myself. We as individuals, were important to her and we knew it. Pete and Allison knew her as Great Aunt Sheila or G.A.S. After awhile she was signing her name G.A.S. I remember the years she would arrive with a leg of lamb from the Brussels butcher shop, or Ontario pork from the family farm. She was always the same, no pretense, just real. Her connections with people were genuine and she left a part of herself where ever she went. Fairlea Place in Burlington, the farm in Brussels, the cottage in Huntsville, and the old house in town. I can picture memories in my mind of each place. Sheila has left a legacy of faith, love, acceptance, and and standard for living that many never attain. She will be remembered by her family and so many who became family, for years to come. She was a mother to Peter, a dear friend to me and a legacy to our children. We will miss her terribly but the memory will never fade. Lorna Sheila Richards poured her heart and soul into all she met. We are the benefactors of her love and care. She is now in the arms of her saviour. She has no more pain,and is walking freely with the God she loved. We will miss you Sheila, thank you for loving us. The Predigers Peter, Dawn-Lynn, Pete and Allison
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Sylvia Boggild posted a condolence
Monday, June 13, 2011
Bob & Family and Doug & Family. We were very sorry to learn that Sheila has passed away. She was a special person and we have many happy memories of times we spent with her. You are all in our thoughts at this sad time. The Ottens: Lisa & Guenther, Ray & Family, and Sylvia & Family
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helen ferguson posted a condolence
Monday, June 13, 2011
I will always remember Sheila as a treasured friend-we shared so many things in our years as friends & colleagues in guiding'
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The Banks Family posted a condolence
Monday, June 13, 2011
Doug, Janie, Laura, Christopher and John, All of us want you to know how sad we feel. Shelia was certainly a very special person. You will miss her terribly. Love to all of you, Don, Lorrie, Gregory, Craig and Eric OX,OX,OX,OX,OX
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The Banks Family posted a condolence
Monday, June 13, 2011
Doug, Janie, Laura, Christopher and John, All of us want you to know how sad we feel. Shelia was certainly a very special person. You will miss her terribly. Love to all of you, Don, Lorrie, Gregory, Craig and Eric OX,OX,OX,OX,OX
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The Banks Family posted a condolence
Monday, June 13, 2011
Doug, Janie, Laura, Christopher and John, All of us want you to know how sad we feel. Shelia was certainly a very special person. You will miss her terribly. Love to all of you, Don, Lorrie, Gregory, Craig and Eric OX,OX,OX,OX,OX
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David Perrott, Leslie Staple & Anne Perrott posted a condolence
Sunday, June 12, 2011
The families of David, Karin, Sarah and Jason Perrott, Leslie, Harry, Ben and Devin Staple and Anne Perrott and Sheldon Dawe - convey our deepest sympathies to the families of Rob & Helen, and Doug and Jane on the loss of Sheila. Her selfless dedication to Guides and Rangers was an inspiration in the service to others.
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Joyce and Wilfred Perrott posted a condolence
Sunday, June 12, 2011
We are saddened by the loss of a long time, cherished and dear friend. Many pleasant memories of our times together continue with us. To the wonderful family of Sheila and Wendall, our deepest sincere sympathies. Joyce & Wilf
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Lynda Busch posted a condolence
Saturday, June 11, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss (via the West family, via Proctors). "Mrs. Sheila" was a true pillar of her community; I have fond memories of her and my mum, Marion Busch, getting together for Girl Guide events, both in Burlington and TO, having the greatest times and channeling their energy into something they strongly believed in. My last memory of Mrs. Sheila was of her travelling all the way from Brussels to Mum's funeral in 2009; a kind soul and salt of the earth; she will be greatly missed.
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Cynthia Hutchison posted a condolence
Saturday, June 11, 2011
To Robert and Helen, to Doug and Jane, and all the children, my heartfelt sympathies for the loss of dear Aunt Sheila. I know that she will be so missed and it will be a very different life without her. She was the sweetest lady, someone who knew exactly how to handle any situation in her own special way, with a smile. I love the picture of her here, by the way, she looks amazing! She will be remembered fondly by many. I'm sorry that I will be unable to join you at her Celebration of Life, but I will be thinking of you all. My prayers are with you at this very sad time, and I send you all big hugs. Love, Cynnie
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Patricia A. Collins Meves posted a condolence
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Doug and family, we are saddened at the news of Sheila's passing. May God bless you with comfort and peace that she is with Wendall. Love, your cousins, Pat Collins Meves
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Pat Richards posted a condolence
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Dear Robert,Doug and Families, I was sad to receive the news that Aunt Sheila had passed. I will remember her fondly as a warm,caring and loving woman who always had a kind word for everyone she came in contact with. I will she you all on the 15th. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Pat
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Victoria Rose posted a condolence
Thursday, June 9, 2011
I have had the great privilege of knowing all the Radley sisters thanks to my best friend Diana and her sister Lorna Hutchison. Three more charming, humorous and generous women would be hard to find amongst friends, much less siblings. They made me feel like family and I am truly grateful for those memories. My condolences to you all. With sympathy, Victoria Rose
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anne sutherland posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
I met this lovely woman who we called aunt Sheila at Joan Fitzpatrick's house in Westmount. The Radley women were delightful and full of love and laughter and all of them good friends of my late mother. My thoughts go out to the Richards family.
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Liz Ferguson posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Bob and Doug; I received the very sad news of your mother's passing from my Mum (Helen Ferguson) today. I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mother remains a large memory in my mind. She was always bursting with life and character. From the sojourns to Lake Mary for the annual Girl Guide camping sessions to the Christmas Carol afternoons in Burlington, she was an important part of my early years. I have wonderful memories of a woman with energy and generosity to spare. Best wishes to you both and your families during this difficult time. Kind regards, Liz Ferguson
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Craig, Lisa, Duncan & Everett Workman posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
We are very sorry to hear about Sheila's passing. She was a wonderful, kind and generous person. I have many fond memories of times spent at her cottage when younger. She will be dearly missed by all. Craig, Lisa, Duncan & Everett Workman
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Carol Saunders and family posted a condolence
Monday, June 6, 2011
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On behalf of Tim, Lauren, Erin and John - we are very sorry to hear about your loss. From our family to yours, our most heartfelt sympathies. Our thoughts are with you. What a truly great lady Sheila was! Really admired and respected her involvement in so many community actitivies; as well as her wonderful spirit and attitude, sunny smile and "go for it" approach to life.
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Jackie Donaldson, Lyn, Evan and Maisie Jones posted a condolence
Monday, June 6, 2011
Jackie Donaldson, Lyn, Evan and Maisie Jones made a donation to The Blyth Festival
We are so sorry to hear that Mrs. Richard's is no longer with us - a great lady who will be greatly missed.
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helen ferguson posted a condolence
Monday, June 6, 2011
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with so many memories of all the happy times Sheila & I shared over the years-Guides Camping just being together I will always remember her with love
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George & Elizabeth Procter posted a condolence
Monday, June 6, 2011
George & Elizabeth Procter made a donation to The Blyth Festival
During this difficult time we would like to extend our most heartfelt sympathies.
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Pat Richards posted a condolence
Monday, June 6, 2011
Pat Richards made a donation to The Blyth Festival
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