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Sheila Michko Obituary

CARROLL-MICHKO Sheila Elizabeth (Carroll) Michko, age 51 of Stratford, beloved wife of the late Dennis Michko and devoted mother of Kathleen Michko, died peacefully Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at St. Vincent's Medical Center Bridgeport, with her loving family by her side. Sheila was born in Bridgeport, January 25, 1957, the daughter of the late Frank J. and Irene Buckley Carroll. She was a Special Education Teacher for the Stratford Board of Education, having taught at Bunnell High School for 30 years. She was a graduate of Central High School, Southern Connecticut State University and received her 6th year degree from Fairfield University. In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Thomas E. Carroll. Survivors in addition to her daughter, include seven brothers, William J. Carroll and his wife, Sharon of Trumbull, Frank J. Carroll and his wife, Patricia of Huntington, James R. Carroll and his wife, Nancy of Stratford, Charles M. Carroll of Bridgeport, Peter F. Carroll and his wife, Joan of Stratford, Rev Monsignor Lawrence J. Carroll of Fairfield and Robert J. Carroll and his wife, Diane of Milford; two sisters, Patricia I. Vozzo and her husband, Kenneth of Milford and Eileen M. Valko and her husband, Kenneth of Greer, S.C.; 11 nephews; 12 nieces; and several grandnieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are in invited to attend Sheila's funeral on Saturday at 9 a.m. (DIRECTLY) in St. Pius X Church Fairfield for a Mass of Christian Burial, with her brother the Rev. Monsignor Lawrence J. Carroll Celebrant. Interment will be in Union Cemetery, Stratford. Friends may call on Friday from 3 to 8 p.m. at The Larson Funeral Home, 2496 North Avenue, Bridgeport. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sheila Carroll Michko Scholarship Fund being established, c/o The Larson Funeral Home 2496 North Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604. The family would like to thank the entire staff of St. Vincent's Medical Center and especially Dr. Joseph Rosa for all the care, kindness and compassion shown to Sheila during her illness.

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Published by Connecticut Post on May 9, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Sheila Michko

12 Entries

Richard Janowski

June 29, 2020

To the Carroll Family:

I was honored to have Sheila as my date for my school's senior prom in 1972. Although we went our separate ways soon after, I still look back at that time with fond memories. I learned about Sheila's passing only recently. When I read about her life, it was clear that she was an exceptional person as a daughter, wife, and mother, and as an educator in the Stratford school system. I am so sorry for your loss.

With deepest sympathy,
Richard Janowski

Lillian & Lori Patterson

May 12, 2008

I was so shocked to hear of Sheila's passing, so young, so spirited, so loving and giving of herself to anyone who asked. I had the privilege to know Sheila and share a friendship since she was 11 years old. She helped me endlessly with the Aquabelles Synchronized Swimming Team. She was the lead swimmer in the 10 girl connected wheel that dazzled every audience. I counted on her strength and she always came through. I am saddened for Sheila's daughter whom I've never met but I'm sure she has all the wonderful qualities of her mother. Eileen I wish I was there to hug and hold you. You and Sheila brought so much joy to Lori and me and the memories will be with us forever.

Donna (Daskam)Nolan

May 11, 2008

When I was 6 years old my mother took my sisters Shirley & Annie and I to the North End Girls Club and signed us up for membership. We weren't there for very long before a tall lanky girl came up to us with her little sister in tow and said "Hi - my name is Sheila Carroll and this is my sister Eileen - wanna be friends? Thus began a long and beautiful friendship between the 5 of us that lasted throughout our childhood. For the next 12 years, we did everything together at the Club. We had sleepovers, fashion shows, mothers day teas, formal dances, swim team meets, & field trips. We jumped on the trampoline and swam in the pool every day. We went to summer camp at the Club and when we got old enough, we became camp counselors there. Sheila and her family lived in this big old three story house with lots of nooks and crannies. We were allowed to visit and even though Sheila and Eileen slept over our house a lot, we were never allowed to sleep over at their house. One time I asked her mother "Mrs. Carroll - why are we not allowed to sleep over?" She replied "Donna, I have 11 children - no one is allowed to sleep over". When it came time for our Junior Ring Dance, Sheila and I had no dates. She really wanted to go and so did I so we got dressed up, ordered two corsages from Tom Thumb Florist and harangued one of her brothers to drop us off at Leidles. Who needed boys - we had a blast! One time when we were in High School Sheila and I got sent to the Principals Office for some ridiculous violation of the rules. The Principal said "Donna - I'm not surprised to see you here but Sheila - I am shocked that you would be sent here". Sheila was in a sullen mood that day and talked back to him and he said "Do you think because you're a Carroll that you're special?" Sheila said "Yes - I do think that I am special". Well, Sheila, you were right. You were a very special person. You cracked me up that day. When Sheila went away to College in New Haven we would get on the train on Fridays and spend the weekend with her in her dorm. Throughout the years we drifted apart and went our separate ways but I always remembered Sheila & Eileen and the fun we had. Rest well my buddy - I'll never forget you.
Love, Donna (Daskam) Nolan

Bob Wurst

May 10, 2008

To The Carroll Family:

So very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Sheila was my teacher in the mid 80's and I'll always remember those days as being her student, such an honor to be in her class. The last time we spoke was on a road service call with AAA, in which i work for and started her car, so happy I was able to see her then.

Jon Arthur, DDGER

May 9, 2008

To the Carroll family,

My wife and I would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to you all during this most difficult time.

Karen Ingaran

May 9, 2008

To The Carroll Family

I want to express my sympathy to the entire Carroll Family. I know how difficult it is to lose someone you love and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. Katie you are never alone. You have two angels watching over you.

Karen Ingaran @ Merit Insurance

Kimberly Daniels

May 9, 2008

Dear Fr. Carroll and Family,
Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with you all. Words are so few to describe what has been taken from you all. May you all know that we will all meet again in a better and loving place. Keep the memories alive and days will become easier. God Bless you all and we will keep you in our prayers.
The Daniels Family,
Paul, Kim, Nick and Stephanie, your Notre Dame Family.

Amy (Hovan) Taylor

May 9, 2008

Dear Katie and Carroll Family-
I am so sorry for your loss. I was a student of Sheila's and she helped me in so many ways. She was a wonderful lady and keep in your hearts forever.

GREGORY CARROLL

May 9, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Annie (Daskam) Mailloux

May 9, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember Sheila from our Girls Club days. She was a great person and friend to me and my sisters. We have fond memories and a lot of fun times with Sheila.
Eileen please keep in touch. I cannot make it to Ct because of a surgery I had this past week, but I will be thinking of you all.
Love,
Annie (Daskam) Mailloux

John Hartington

May 9, 2008

To The Carroll Family & Kathleen;

My deepest sympathy goes out to you all,Sheila was a great educator,wife,mother,sister and just a loving person.Now she is at peace with her beloved Dennis and is in no pain .I feel the same loss that all of you do and I will misss her dearly......

Frank & Wendy Cianfaglione

May 9, 2008

Katie Michko & The Carroll Family,

It is with great sorry that we learned of Sheila's passing. Sheila had touched our lives in many ways, at the beach, debating, teaching our son. We know that she will be deeply missed by all of you. No words can express the saddness you all must be feeling but we hope that the many happy memories of Sheila will keep you strong. You are in our prayers and we send our heartfelt sympathy.

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