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Sheila Cartwright Obituary

Cartwright, Sheila A. (McNeil)

Sheila A. (McNeil) Cartwright, 61, of Elmira, NY went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Sheila was the daughter of the late George and Ruth (Dunbar) McNeil. She is survived by her devoted husband of 33 years, Floyd Cartwright Sr.; son, Floyd (Amanda) Cartwright Jr.; granddaughter, Natalie Cartwright; grandsons, Floyd Cartwright III and Chase Cartwright all of Elmira; sisters, Lorraine Groat (Gaylord Besemer) of Locke, NY; Colleen (Gary) Palmer of Horseheads, NY; step-sons, Martin and Michael Cartwright both of Louisiana; Robert and Christopher Cartwright both of Maine, NY; sisters-in-law, Emma Goodrich of Florida; Alberta Blim of Beaver Dams, NY; Wanda (Charles) Johns of Florida; along with many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and very special friends. She is predeceased by her sisters, Shirley Mapes, Emma Dunmire; brother, William McNeil; nephew, Jerome Bush, who was born the same day as Sheila, February 24, 1953. Sheila graduated from Odessa-Montour High School with her dear lifelong friend, Lois Travis and was employed by the Arnot Ogden Medical Center before developing serious health issues which she endured for many years. She enjoyed crafts and bingo for 13 years at the Elcor Adult Day Care. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira/Southport, NY on Friday, June 20, 2014 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Funeral Services celebrating her life will follow the visitation at 7 PM. Edward "Chip" Hoffman will officiate. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in the Hillside Cemetery Dundee, NY. Sheila's guestbook may be signed in obituaries at www.olthof.com

Thank You

The family wishes to thank Dr. Povanda, also the doctors and staff at St. Joseph's Hospital, Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Corning Hospital, Founder's Pavilion and the Chemung County Nursing Facility who have cared for Sheila since January 2014.

Published by Star-Gazette from Jun. 19 to Jun. 20, 2014.
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SORRY TO READ ABOUT THIS,,, I REMEMBER SHEILA AS A YOUNG CHILD GROWING UP IN MONTOUR,,MANY YEARS HAVE PASSED...MAY YOU ALL BE BLESSED AND FIND HAPPINESS,,,SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,

CONNIE LOVELL(GETMAN)

June 25, 2014

Floyd sorry for the loss of you mom.

Gayle Foster

June 21, 2014

I am very, very sorry for your loss my dear brother. May God be with you and provide you comfort and peace. We love you, sorry we can't be with you. Wanda and Chuck

Wanda Johns

June 21, 2014

To Sheila's Family,
My Mom, Wilma, was Sheila's first cousin. Since Sheila was closer to my age, we spent a lot of time together as children growing up. She had such a sweet spirit that I always admired. I know she needed a lot of care for the past many years and am grateful she had such a loving husband and son. God bless you all. Rest in Peace, Sheila. I love you!!

Karla Liddington (Harding)

June 19, 2014

U will be missed... prayers too the family!!! fly high...

april Holton

June 19, 2014

Will always be missed... fly high Shelia... prayers too the family! !

April Holton

June 19, 2014

Sorry for your loss floyd

LYNETTE CARTWRIGHT

June 19, 2014

May the God of all comfort grant you peace.

June 19, 2014

So sorry for your loss...Sheila will be greatly missed..Ive known her for years..She was a wonderful person, as was her mom..

sandra hunter dorsey

June 19, 2014

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