Sheila Kruzel

I am so at a loss of reality at this moment, i only this past few minutes have learned of the passing of such a beautiful , kind , loving woman. A woman who i have always felt like my other mother as i grew up across the street from her and the rest of the Kruzel family , i was blessed to have Christine as my dearest, closest best friend, in which also gave me the life full of memories made with the entire crew of amazing people. I am in shock .. i just called a few months back to try to catch Christine at home as she was always at home visiting sheila and tom.. but jeff answered and she was not there and he went on to inform me that tom was not doing well .. there was no mention of Sheila's illness at that time.. and morbid may be i to be honest was praying as i thought to check obituaries today to see if tom was alright.. first up was a memorial for our dear angel their son who passed .. and then to my most suprised shocking discovery Sheila.. i cant even begin to tell of all the memories i have with the kruzels.. and damn that was one strong willed woman.. cuz come on anyone who knows the kruzels knows they were not the quiet family on the block.. and she took it all in stride.. a truly wonderful , know how to get it done woman.. tom has the voice that bellows but only a strong headed woman like herself could hold up .. and she wore the pants in the family ALOT LOL.. like when she wanted to go up to camp.. we went to camp .. to shop .. we shopped.. i could go on and on with memories as i was part of their lives and them mine from about age 5 and now some 45 years later... This was how i started this day.. with the learning of the loss of such a loving and caring person... You will be missed so very much.. more than words could ever say i am so sorry for your loss..Tom, Jeff, Christine and Tommy(Bomber).. all in my thoughts and prayers.. i wish i knew sooner so i could have been there, for any reason
so sorry
Karen Piilo(Scott)
Love and hugs and prayers of healing

You truly are an angel

There aren't enough words for me to describe my grief. I haven't spoken with Sheila in years and years. I can tell you that she did indeed change my life, giving me direction to Confederation College at a young and crazy confused age. She helped make me want to, and be a better person going forward. No matter what you ever did wrong, and there were some big ones, she didn't judge, or hold a grudge. You were always welcome and a kind word and laughter would abound. I was there during the time when there most precious Ryan got ill and never recovered. I was there with her and Tom and Jeff in the hospital at his bedside with his little stuffed animal under his arm. He had soft, flannel pyjamas on, and looked so peaceful. It tore our hearts out to see and hear her cries and prayers. Ryan went to be with our savior, and now his mom is holding him again. She's with her beloved family, still, as the matriarch of the Kruzel family. She has seen decades of love, loss and heartache. She never waivered in her faith for all whom she loved. I have loved and appreciated her for 35 years, without taking the time to let her know how much I loved her. I just spoke with Jeff 3 months ago and she picked him up and had a nice day. Here I am today after 6 weeks of trying to contact Jeff to no avail. Tonight I am blessed to have reconnected with Christine, the absolute beauty of the family. She shared her loss and I am crushed. Just crushed. I remember the times as a young girl with nothing, that they all took me in as family. They shared family and food ( and I was always really hungry) and Tom provided enough for them to share. We always looked forward to his great barbeque. I hold this family dear, dear in my heart today and always. I am ashamed that I never made the extra time to tell Sheila how much she meant, or thanked her for the life lessons and the best hugs ever. Ever. I will see you again, angel.

I had the honor of attending the celebration of Sheilas life today. We served on the Conferderaton Colleges Staff Recreation Association together..she was the real deal..kind, caring, always doing so much for those around her. I am saddened by her sudden passing.

Christine, Matthew, Juliana, Kirsten, Lexi & family...So sorry to hear about your mom (grandma). Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

The Kruzel family has a great void right now and I pray that your memories and Sheila's love sustain you at this very difficult time, I am lucky enough to have many memories of Sheila throughout my many years with the Ladies Auxiliary and her commitment, dedication, love and leadership always shone through. Sheila will be greatly missed but we are all better for having her in our lives. God bless you all and know that you will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Toni & Robin Stejskal.

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Memories Sheila from ourladies softball days and onward to the present. Elvira