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Barbara Sheeler Obituary
Barbara (Wolfe) Sheeler, was born in Akron, Ohio on July 27, 1945. She received her wings and promotion to heaven on October 11, 2013 at Ridgewood Hospice Center, while surrounded by family.
To God we give all the glory for a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was a very spiritual and compassionate individual who touched the hearts of many. She was a 1963 graduate of Akron North High School. She was employed and retired from the Akron Board of Education after 22 years of faithful service, assisting and caring for disabled children. She was also employed part time by Visiting Nurses Service, caring for the elderly and providing them with comfort during their last days earth.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Marie Wolfe; sister, Diane (Wolfe) Hughes; brother-in-law, Harold Hughes; and brother, James Wolfe.
She is survived by her loving husband, Kenneth Sheeler; son, Kevin (Cheryletta) Wolfe of Fredericksburg, Va.; daughters, Deon Burton and Helena (Ramahn) Wilder both of Akron; and step son, Zadkiel Sheeler of Akron; along with nine grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Also, special long time friends, Sandra Oden, Sally Heron, Debbie and John Morton.
Services will be Monday, Oct. 14, 2013 at 6 p.m. TODAY at Rhoden Memorial Home friends may call from 5 p.m. until time of service. Rev. Kenneth Smith Officiating.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Sheeler
Sponsored by Akron Beacon Journal.
October 15, 2013
I have missed Barb everyday at work. She will always be my special friend and spiritual guide. I love you Barb and will see you on the other side. Debby Oyler
October 15, 2013
Our prayers are with all the family at this time of loss. We will never forget you Barbara.
Your cousins Jimmie, Carol & Marissa Wolfe
Redwood City CA
Sherry Wheeler
October 15, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Timothy Beecher
October 14, 2013
Everybody keep their chins up every day gets better...
Northlawn Memorial Gardens
October 14, 2013
With deepest sympathy from our staff
God bless you and your family
Rhoden Memorial Home
October 13, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
William Gilcrist
October 13, 2013
Our sincere condolences to Barbara's family, friends and Alumni. We have added Barbara(nee Wolfe)Sheeler to the North High Viking (Class of 1963) web site, www.northhighviking.com.
Her Memorial will be on this site for eternity. Anyone can visit it and post comments. We are sorry to hear of your loss. It always touches us when we have to add a Viking alumnus to our memorial page. Barbara(nee Wolfe)Sheeler
William Gilcrist Site Creator
Wooster Ohio
Jaye Jones
October 13, 2013
My heart goes out to you Tassy & Lena, my god be with you. Love you both.
Jaye Jones
Mary Walker-Simmons
October 13, 2013
Kevin and Tassie and family, I want to offer my sincerest condolences on the loss of your dear mother. My thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. May your sweet Mother R.I.P. she truly was a sweet Lady.
E. Nachelle (Nacy) Gaiter-Lewis
October 13, 2013
Mr. Kenny, Kevin, Tassy and my Lena. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. I have such fond childhood memories of Ms. Barbara and playing with Lena. I haven't seen her in years but I'll always remember her kindness. She is no longer suffering & in the arms of God. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. Much love to all of you and you'll be in my prayers!!!!
October 12, 2013
To Barb'a family, I am so sorry for your loss. Barb was a wonderful person and a better friend. May you find comfort in your memories. God bless.
Yolanda Thorpe
THE GAITER FAMILY
October 12, 2013
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
RITA GAITER- IRVINE
October 12, 2013
TO KENNY,KEVIN,TASSY AND LENA MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU'LL RIGHT NOW,I'M SORRY FOR THE LOST OF YOUR WIFE AND MOTHER SHE IS RESTING IN JESUS NOW!I'M HERE IF YOU NEED SHE WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART AND I WILL NEVER FORGET OUR TIMES WE SHARED....LOVE YOU'LL FOR LIFE!!!!!
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