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Sheila Zeek Obituary

ROCK HILL - Sheila Lee Zeek, 62, formerly of Hilton Head Island, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, after a battle with colon cancer.

Sheila worked many years on Hilton Head Island as an EMT and also administrative assistant for the Hilton Head Fire Department. Most recently, she was employed by Bernhardt and Strauser, PA of Charlotte.

Sheila was known for her love of animals and funny sense of humor.

She is survived by three sons, Sean, Shane and Shan, a daughter-in-law, Lauren Haire and grandsons, Tristan and Aiden, all of Charlotte; and a sister and brother-in-law, Pepi and David McNair of Hilton Head. Also, many loving friends, neighbors and co-workers.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sunnie Haire.

A celebration of Sheila's life will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at her home in Rock Hill.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice and Palliative Care, Charlotte Region, 1420 East 7th St., Charlotte, NC 28204.

The Island Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Herald from May 19 to May 21, 2008.

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Cindy Sheffield-Adams

May 25, 2008

I meet Sheila in the early 80's. She and I also worked volunteer EMS on the south end of Hilton Head. We had some really good times back then. I'm sorry to say as the years went by we lost touch. She really was a true friend when you are going thru rough times and need a shoulder. I am sorry to hear of her passing. I know she will be greatly missed. May god be with her family and friends.

Linda Marrero

May 24, 2008

I worked with Sheila at the fire department on Hilton Head for years. It was a sad day when she left the department. She is a wonderful person and has once again moved on to a better place.
My prayers are with her family.

Bill Hatcher

May 24, 2008

Sheila was a very special person. When I started at Sea Pines Forest Beach Fire Department in 1980 she was running with the rescue squad on the island. A truly dedicated person to her craft. In the late 80's she came to work with us. What an assett she was. She was very proud of her children and kept me posted on Sean when he was wrestling professionally. Looking back in the 30 years I've known her I can't ever remember a time when she was in a bad mood. Always uplifting. A real pleasure to be around.
I am proud to say she was my friend that I knew and loved.
Thanks for the memories...

Donna Keith

May 21, 2008

My sympathies and prayers are with Sheila's family. I did not know her really well, but talked with her often regarding work. She was always such a friendly and fun person to work with. She will be greatly missed.

Lisa Wyatt

May 21, 2008

Sheila was one of the most wonderful people I have met and a delight to work with. Her joy of life and love of family, friends and animals was amazing. I am truly blessed to have known her and will miss her.

Lori Massaro

May 20, 2008

My life was made richer by having known Sheila.

Catherine Stinson

May 20, 2008

Sheila was a very special person.

We all enjoyed working with her, and miss her. We know she is now in a better place.

She gave everyone a beautiful Chirstmas card last year that depicted her pretty home, and all of her animals. I still have it, and will cherish it.

She was a sweet lady, and we are so sorry to lose her.

Sheila always spoke very highly of everyone in her family, and was very proud of all of her children.

We look forward to joining Sheila's family, and friends at her Celebration of Life.

Bernhardt and Strawser, PA.

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