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Sheila Spreenberg Obituary

Sheila C. Spreenberg, nee Cahill, age 84, loving wife of Robert Fred Spreenberg; beloved mother of Jill (Paul) Robinson, Robert Keith (Susan) Spreenberg, Peter (Kathryn Wetzler) Spreenberg, Robin (Michael) Iveson and Wendy Spreenberg; loving grandmother of Robert Charles Spreenberg, Michael Robinson, Benjamin Iveson, Steven Spreenberg, Samuel Iveson, Ona Spreenberg, Kira Spreenberg; and aunt to many. Sheila was born in Galion, OH, one of 12 children. She spent her early life in the Cleveland area. Sheila met the love of her life May 1951. They married in 1952 and were always together. She helped her children develop their individual creativity and valued each of their talents. We will remember her for her curiosity and interest in the world and those around her. Cremation will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to Nature Conservancy, 8 South Michigan a ve., s uite 900, Chicag, IL 60603 or www.nature.org arrangements by Gibbons Elliston Funeral Home, 630-323-0275 or www.gibbonsellistonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 13, 2011.

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Martin Cahill

May 26, 2011

Our family called her "Shish" and for a lot of wears she was "one of the boys"
(she had 9 brothers). She and I grew up together and I have cherished memories of those times. I miss her....
-Mart Cahill.

May 15, 2011

Our deepest condolences on the loss of your lovely mother. She was always pleasant, thoughtful and encouraging, and a good listener. She will be sorely missed. ~Scott and Carol Anne Kacz and family.

May 14, 2011

Dear cousins,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember your mom as a very kind person. I will also remember her laugh it was all her.
My sympathy to you all. Catie Cahill (Avon Lake, OH)

Penny Peck

May 14, 2011

I remember the summers Aunt Sheila used to spend with us on the farm when I was very little, and how much I loved to hear her laugh. I remember Aunt Sheila and Uncle Bob's wedding, and how lovely she looked. Wonderful memories of a lovely lady, who will be missed by all who knew her.

Maureen Wightman

May 14, 2011

Aunt Sheila was one of my favorites. It was always fun to see the Spreenbergs at Clan Gatherings (even with Uncle Bob's rules!!). She will truly be missed.

Phylis Berry

May 14, 2011

Aunt Sheila will be missed, as I know all her family is missing her. I am sorry to learn of her death. I will hold all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

May 14, 2011

How special your Mom was to all of us Cahill Clan! I remember all the Clan Gatherings as a young child and the fun we had - she was someone I really looked up to. I know you will all miss her very much. Diane (Basil) Schuler

Melissa Cahill

May 13, 2011

Aunt Sheila will be missed by many, but I know she is at peace and sharing eternal life with her entire family!

May 13, 2011

Bob, Robert,Jill, Peter, Robin, and Wendy and all: We were dumbfounded and so verry sorry to learn of Sheila's death the other day! I have known her longer than any (I was 2 when she was born) and as you wll miss heer, so do I. The Lord's blessings on you and remember the fun times, not the sad ones. Terry and Carolyn

My dear, lovely Mom, Thanksgiving, 2009.

Jill Robinson

May 13, 2011

Terri Patillo

May 13, 2011

Jill and Michael, I am so very sorry on the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. G-d Bless and comfort you.

Jill Spreenberg-Robinson

May 13, 2011

I love you and miss you, Mom. Jill

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