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SHEILA A. DORAIS, 46, died on Monday, Nov. 26, 2012, in Spencerville. Born Oct. 11, 1966, in Fort Wayne, she was a daughter of Edna Durham of Fort Wayne and the late Thomas Durham. She worked as an insurance agent and was a member of the Women's Auxiliary Legion Post 409, Leo, Ind. Also surviving are daughter, Danielle Dorais of Fort Wayne; fiance, James A. Gorrell of Spencerville; five sisters; and two brothers. Memorial service is 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012, at Sunrise Chapel, 12732 Spencerville Road, Harlan, Ind., with Pastor Kevin Stirratt officiating. Memorials to the Education of Danielle Dorais - c/o Edna Durham. Arrangements by Carnahan - Baidinger & Walter Funeral Home, Spencerville. To view an online obituary and sign the guestbook, please visit www.cbwfuneralhome.com
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I knew you as a teenager and always you were kind and sincere. You will be missed Sheila.
Kristina Sanchez
December 12, 2012
Justin Federspiel
November 30, 2012
Edna and Danielle, sorry for loss, but you have precious memories of your daughter and mother, remember those always,Dani you have a grandmother that loves you very much, I wish you could have seen her face when you and your guidence consulor called today to give her the news, she was so happy you won, I thought she was gonna jump right out of her chair. Take the memories you have of your mother and daughter and don't look back, always forward. Love you both, and yes sheila
Martha Graber
November 30, 2012
Mama -
You're in Heaven now, and that makes me really, really happy. You have done absolutely everything for me, from giving me the essential values I'll need later on in life, and the willpower to pursue my education as a doctor. Did you hear that, mommy? I'm gonna be a doctor - I'm gonna help people. Just like you always did.
I miss you so much, mommy. You were my best friend - my rock - my support throughout so many things. But, you are at peace now. Please, be my guardian angel. Guide me through the rest of my high school career, into college, and into the world. Please, don't ever forget me, because I'll never forget you.
I love you.
Your daughter,
Dani.
Danielle Dorais
November 29, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Dan & Barb Post 409
November 29, 2012
Dani & Edna & JimBob ~ my heart aches for you. May you find God's comfort in these hard days ahead. Sheila was a beautiful soul & I loved her. RIP Sheila.
Cheri & Tim Sorrell
November 29, 2012
Pam Gorrell
November 29, 2012
Edna,
So sorry to hear about your loss. We will be out of town and won't beable to make the service. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. May God give you comfort.
Love you,
Jackie Rogers
November 29, 2012
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