Photo courtesy of Andrews Mortuary - Hampstead Chapel
Hampstead, North Carolina
Oct 11, 1973 – Sep 12, 2023
On September 12, 2023, Sheila Marie Flynn, 49 of Wilmington, NC went to her heavenly home. Sheila was loved by her family, friends and co-workers.
During her lifetime, she knew physical and emotional pain and much loss, yet, she loved much.
She obtained her Master’s Degree in Counseling and she loved her job as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She gave of herself to others through her gift of counseling and compassion to anyone in need. She was always available to bring comfort, hope and guidance to all people she encountered. Her clients knew she genuinely cared for them. When book knowledge failed and she did not know the answer within herself, there were “God moments” when suddenly there was the answer to change one’s life for the better. To witness a client’s relief from pain brought great joy to her.
She enjoyed motorcycle riding. After experiencing a motorcycle accident, she chose to give up her two wheel bike for a “trike” out of love and respect for her mom and dad who she loved very much. She also enjoyed dogs. There was Dutchess, Tan Tan and Molly. Harley, a beagle was her last dog, but due to apartment living, she chose to give Harley to a new family that would be able to meet Harley’s needs to run free and follow his little beagle nose. She loved much!
About three years ago, Sheila had her own “God moment” where she experienced God’s love in her heart making her feel like a new person inside and no longer a victim. Then she knew how much God loved her and now she is experiencing the very presence of love Himself - God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ.
Sheila is preceded in death by Edmund Flynn, father, Allen and Dorothy Blanton, maternal grandparents, Florence Padrick Flynn Anderson Aycock, paternal grandmother.
Sheila is survived by her mother, Teresa Flynn, sister, Sonya Flynn Rose Dunn (Myke) of Jacksonville, nephews, Allen Rose (Megan) of Mount Olive,, Michael Dunn (Amanda) and Dustin Dunn of Jacksonville, great nieces and nephews Carsyn Rose, Samuel Dunn, Jessa Rose, Greyson Dunn, Whitley Rose, along with loving aunts, uncles and cousins.
A funeral service will be held 2:30 pm Sunday, September 17, 2023 at Andrew’s Hampstead Chapel. Entombment will follow in Sea Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will receive friends beginning at 2:00 pm.
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She was such a Lovely person, with such a Lovely soul. Sheila made a such a big difference in my life, she help me in so many ways. She was a loving & giving person. She will always be in my prayers & thoughts. I Thank You for everything that you have done for me. Heaven got a Beautiful Angel. And you will so be miss.
Violet Campbell
September 19, 2023 | Southport, NC | Friend
Sheila was a beautiful soul. She loved her job and loved to serve. Her quiet voice without a doubt soothed her client. My heart goes out to her loved ones.
D. W.
September 17, 2023 | Coworker
Sheila was a beautiful soul and, she was truly a special person. She helped me overcome some of my darkest days, and she helped me to be able to enjoy life again. I will never be able to repay her for what she has done for me and my family. My deepest sympathy goes to her mom. She always spoke about how much she loved both of her parents. Although Sheila may be gone physically, she will continue to live through all of the precious souls that she touched along the way. My kids and I will miss...
Crystal Honeycutt
September 16, 2023 | Hampstead, NC | Friend
My sincere condolences to Teresa and Sonja! You are a strong Christian family. It is in the valleys that we grow.
Raye Reichelderfer
September 16, 2023 | Wilmington, NC | Friend
Sheila was an amazing person I knew was always a phone call away. I will miss her greatly, but know she was strong in her faith that when she left this earth it was to go home. My deepest sympathy to her mother, and family.
Whitney Sneeden
September 15, 2023 | Wilmington, NC | Friend
So sorry for your loss,
Sonya and Teresa,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Teresa and Rob
Rob Tapp
September 15, 2023 | Hampstead, NC | Family
Dearest Teresa and Family, So sorry to hear about your loss. Sheila was a beautiful and kind person. She will be greatly missed. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Patrick Smith
September 15, 2023 | Aurora, CO | Family
Dear Teresa, Sonya, and family, please accept our sympathies for your loss. Sheila will be missed at family reunions. She was a very sweet person. May our precious Lord and Savior give you comfort and peace as you grieve. With Love, Rita, Joe, Bradley, and Elizabeth Cooper
Rita Cooper
September 15, 2023 | Lovettsville, VA | Family
Shelia is a wonderful person who I have had the pleasure of knowing for about 9 years. She will be missed deeply, seeing her at work, talking on the phone. Love and God speed my dear friend.
Perihan Warren
September 13, 2023 | Wilmington, NC | Friend