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Phyllis Sheffield Obituary
January 8, 1957- August 21, 2020
Gulfport
Phyllis Lynn Sheffield died peacefully with her family by her side on August 21, 2020 at the age of 63. Lynn is survived by her children; Ashleigh Mazzola (Frank) and Joshua Sheffield (Rachel), her grandchildren; Max and Minnie, her sister; Amy Johnson (Steve), her niece; Sam Mize (Laura), her nephews, Grey, James, and Avery Johnson, her mother, Eleanor Mize, and the sister of her heart; Sherry Engelbrecht (Darrell). She is preceded in death by her father, Tom Mize.
Lynn was born on January 8, 1957 in Gulfport, Mississippi. She loved reading, making jewelry, knitting, painting ceramics, kitchen dancing, and anything New Orleans. Lynn worked for the Harrison County School District for over 26 years educating children at Harrison Central Elementary. She started working as a teacher's assistant, later working her way through college to earn her Bachelor's Degree. She retired as a teacher.
Per her request there will be no funeral service. She wished to be cremated and have her ashes spread. Marshall's Funeral Home will be handling the arrangements.
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Carol Rodgers
August 26, 2020
Heaven has gained another angel. Go rest high on that mountain... Your work on Earth is done. ❤
Susan Isely
August 25, 2020
Lynn was a good friend. I remember when I had neck surgery and would be out during the week before Christmas. I asked her to sub for me. She did and she spoiled every student in my class. She did art and every student had a Christmas gift to give to their parent. I'm not sure I would have been so entertaining. I'm going to miss her.
Sandra Willis
August 24, 2020
My heart is heavy . You could not have asked for a better friend. I managed the cafeteria. Lynn had a beautiful spirit. She loved her job. She had a heart for the children at HCE. She also loved her family. She talked about them a lot. I would sneak her Hot buttered Cornbread sometimes. Yes, I did. They can't fire me now because I am retired . She was also comical! She made me earrings to match my uniform. When she saw me wearing them, she said I was looking pretty. I have very fond memories of Lynn. My prayers are with you all. May God continue to be the family's strength. Rip Lynn, Rip❤
Barbara Olson
August 24, 2020
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Janie McCormick
August 24, 2020
I am so sad to hear this. Lynn left me so many wonderful memories. She was such a loyal friend. I always admired the her quick witted comebacks- she made me laugh
Lynn SURELY loved you, Ashley and Josh. No one could have done more for her kids than she did. You guys were blessed to have had her as a mom. I think being your mom was her happiest accomplishment. As much as I know you hurt right now, remember those special, happy times and she will always live in your heart. Thinking of y'all with love and prayers. Janie McCormick
Hattie Hartwell
August 24, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
David Mateen
August 24, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Scherry Engelbrecht
August 23, 2020
Fast and Forever friends since age 6. Raised side by side as sisters. Forever in my heart. I will miss you. Free to fly like the wind now dear sister. May you finally be at peace and feel an abundance of happiness knowing your love still flourishes in the hearts of all those you loved. Dew drops on grass, bumblebees humming on flowers, The warm sunshine on my cheeks, fall leaves blowing softly in the wind, snowflakes on my nose, no matter the season, I will know, you really haven’t gone far away at all.
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