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Sheila O'NEILL Obituary
November 24, 1936 - January 4, 2016
It is with great sadness we announce Sheila"s sudden passing following a wonderful Christmas holiday with her family and "West Coast Fan Club". Her devotion to family, friends and the nursing community was admired and respected by all. Sheila (aka Sheila the Great) was a remarkable woman, daughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great- aunt, great-great-aunt and friend. She trained in nursing at RVH in Montreal, travelled the world as a private nurse and returned to Montreal where she spent many years in Nursing Administration. She was an Associate Professor at McGill University. Sheila is survived by her brother John/Jack O'Neill and family of Halifax, sister Patricia Wade and family of West Vancouver B.C, sister-in-law Nancy O'Neill and family of Ottawa and Kingston. She was predeceased by her parents Amy and Maunsell O'Neill, brother Tom,sister-in-law Barbara, brother- in-law Mike Wade and nephews Peter, David and Tom. In lieu of flowers donations to The Ingram School of Nursing, Wilson Hall- McGill University, Montreal, QC H3A 2A7 "In memory of Sheila O'Neill" or Canadian Nursing Foundation 1-50 The Driveway Ottawa, ON K2P 9Z9 would be greatly appreciated. Please join us for a celebration of Sheila's life on Saturday, May 21, 2016 from 1-4 p.m. at The Royal St. Lawrence Yacht Club, 1350 Chemin Bord du Lac- Lakeshore, Dorval, QC Tel: 514-631-2720.
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Madeleine St-Denis Davidson
May 13, 2016
My fond memories of Sheila date back to my childhood growing up in Pointe-Claire Village at the corner of Lakeshore & Golf Avenue. Sheila and I were both involved in Girl Guides and she was my patrol leader. We shared many good times camping in the Laurentians in Morin Heights. She was always a very dedicated person. My sincere condolences to Patricia and the family.
Madeleine Buck
May 10, 2016
As a new nursing grad seeking employment I shook in fear anticipation of my interview with Sheila O'Neill. I arrived at her cramped office, she asked my why I wanted to work at 'the Vic' and I told her it was my dream (not very intellectual after having rehearsed my philosophy of nursing...). She extended her hand and welcomed me to 8 Medical. I will never forget her for giving me my 'dream job'. She always had a presence in the medical pavillion, always took the time to be attentive to individual nurses, and always had the highest standard of patient/family care in mind. Madeleine Buck
Toni Buffone
May 9, 2016
Over the years, our relationship developed from boss and employee to mentor and mentee. She taught me so much and I will never forget her. Please accept my sympathies to all of her family. She will always be in my thoughts and prayer.
Stephanie Nolan
May 8, 2016
I was lucky enough to know Sheila these last few years. She delighted me with her wisdom and tales of her remarkable life. I will miss.
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Sandra Libby
May 7, 2016
A good nurse and an excellent administrator. Sandra Libby
Jocelyne St Laurent
May 7, 2016
Sheila was a famtastic mentor who encouraged me to spread my wings and fly. She was " my boss" and a friend. Throughout the years of my career at the RVH she was a great influence. She spoke often of her family with loads of love. I will remember her fondly. Another star to look down on us.
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