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Shelia Harris-Wallace Obituary

Shelia Harris-Wallace, a member of True Vine Missionary Baptist Church, departed this life on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at the age of 61; Beloved wife of Henry Wallace, Jr.; Daughter of the late Mary and Elgin Harris, Sr.; Sister of Barbara Hansell, Marilyn (Ralph) Williams, Judith Gibson, Faye, Elgin, Jr., Leonard (Patricia), Barry and Tyrone Harris and the late Brenda Williams, Carolyn Norman, Paula, Harriet and Mark Harris; Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Immediate family members are invited to attend the Graveside Ceremony at St. Vincent Cemetery #2, 1950 Soniat St. on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 10:00 am; Rev. Donald C. Jeanjacques, officiating; Friends and family are invited to attend the Repast at True Vine Missionary Baptist Church, 2008 Marigny St. at 11:00 am; Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave.; Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book.

Published by The New Orleans Advocate from May 22 to May 26, 2015.
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To; Henry & the Harris Family
I was sorry to hear of Shelia passing, she was a special person. No words said can take away the pain and sorry of her leaving, but Jesus Christ can heal every hurt. The memories and happy times you had will last a life time.

Gloria Burton

June 3, 2015

God is Able - You and the Family are not along - Prayers for YOU & the Family. God called and "SHELIA", answered.

Dolores Nabauns

May 29, 2015

To Henry Wallace/ Harris Family

In the Loss of Your Loved One

These words are the deepest
sympathy are sent with the hope
that, as time goes by, cherished
memories will help bring you inner peace, and make your loved one
seems still very close to you.

May the memories that mean
the most to you live forever in your
heart. Her love, laughter, but most
of all her smile.
Keeping you'll in my prayers.
CHNO/

L White

May 28, 2015

Wallace and Harris family,sorry for your loss. Remember God promised he will take care of you.

Morris, Terri Jordan and Family

Morris Jordan Jr.

May 27, 2015

To: Harris and Wallace family.
My prayers are with all of you and hope God gives strength to Henry and Family. we work at Fiscal and Shelia and Henry are very good people. I will miss Shelia very much. RIP.

Patricia Penny-Turner

May 27, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Shelia was a sweet person.

Juanita Davison

May 26, 2015

My deepest condolences.

Chanel Russell

May 26, 2015

Deepest sympathy, my prayers are with you and your family at this time

Carolyn Nogess

May 26, 2015

To: Harris & Wallace Family

We pray God will give you strength and peace at the time of your lost of a dear person. Sheila had a sweet spirit,I will always remember our times at LSU.

Corliss & Eugene Quillens

May 26, 2015

Henry,
i am so sorry to hear of Shelia's passing. You have my deepest sympathy. You are in my prayers. I will keep Shelia in my prayers.

Barbara W. Winford

May 26, 2015

you will forever be missed you was a wonderful person to be around. the Thompson family.

May 26, 2015

We extend our love and condolences on the transition of our friend. Sheila was an exceptional person who was always willing to help anyone and along with Henry became such a blessing to family, friends and the church. Sheila showed us all how to endure pain and suffering with grace and dignity with the expectation of a great reward. We thank God for allowing us to know and love Sheila.

Rev. Alonzo & Gelon Bowens

May 25, 2015

The last time I talked to Shelia I was shopping with my mom who is now in heaven (1/15/15).

TWO ANGELS !

I'm sure they are praying that all of us can join them once we leave this earth!

Linda LOUIS ARMSTRONG FAMILY SERVICES

May 25, 2015

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Margie Thompson -Carter

May 25, 2015

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

May 25, 2015

My deepest sympathy to Henry and family, God and time will ease the burden of sorrow. Sheila was a good person and cherish her memories, they last forever!

Loretta Dupre

May 25, 2015

Bro Henry and family you have a deepest condolences.Remember God have you. I pray for strengthen for you and family. She'll be very missed at The Vine. MUCH LOVE

PAT PARKER

May 25, 2015

Lift up your eyes unto the hills from whence comes your help. God will turn your sorrow into joy and many good memories of Shelia a sweet and kind person. God Bless

Mary Ben

May 24, 2015

Wallace and Harris family, I express my condolences on the loss of Shila. May the bond that blended yall together continue to hold and help during and after this phase of life. May God continue to Bless you.

Ursula Lewis Spencer

May 24, 2015

Another Angel Gone Home! She will be missed!

Deborah Banks

May 23, 2015

With Deepest Sympathy...

Rose Berzat

May 23, 2015

To the Harris Family,

Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning.
Psalm 30:5

May your hearts, in the midst of the sorrow, feel comfort - knowing that one day God will turn your mourning into everlasting joy.

With deepest sympathy,

Errol & Claudia Lopez-Ally
(Ursulines Ave. neighbor)

Ally

May 23, 2015

Henry, sorry to hear of the passing of Shelia. I will be praying for you and her family.

Barbara Bell

May 23, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

CHERYL DELPIT

May 23, 2015

My deepest sympathy goes out to my family for the lost of my cousin.
Gwendolyn Jones & Family

Gwen Jones

May 23, 2015

Deppest Sympathy

Dianne Sutton

May 22, 2015

To Henry and Harris family, I will always remember the many times we shared together and Shelia asking me what I was going to cook, when she would see me in church. My sympathy is with the family. RIP friend

Vanessa Brown-Taylor

May 22, 2015

To Henry & the Harris family sorry for your loss, Sheila was dear friend I will always remember her kind and sweet spirit, she will be truly missed

June Davis Enclade

May 22, 2015

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