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Shelia Roper Dakin age 71, Madison TN passed away April 2, 2025
She was born in Birmingham, Alabama on May 21,1953 to parents Frances and C.L. Roper Jr. She was later blessed with a brother Greg Roper. She graduated from John Overton High School, Class of 1971. Shelia was also a graduate of Vanderbilt School of Radiology. She worked as a radiology technician for over 40 years.
Shelia was preceded in death by her parents C.L. & Frances Roper, brother Greg Roper, in-laws Francis & Marie Dakin.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years James E. Dakin, son John (Erin) Dakin, granddaughters: Danika & Dakota, sister-in-law Tammy Roper, nieces: Carrie and Rachel,her Aunt June Roper and numerous family and friends.
She was the Queen of Her chapter of the Red Hat society.
She enjoyed traveling with Jim & spending time with family and friends.
Shelia enjoyed cheering & supporting her Favorite teams Alabama and Tennessee.
She was a true blue Elvis Presley fan.
There will be a Celebration of life on May 21,2025 at Northside Church of Christ
The ceremony will start at 2:00p.m. with Leslie Chapman officiating.
Anyone wishing to speak is welcome.
With a reception to follow
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Samaritan's Purse for US relief
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James Malone
May 19, 2025
James, Christy, Bella Malone will see you again in heaven and will miss you greatly here on earth..love you greatly and prayers for family and friends..
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Carolyn Miller
April 13, 2025
Jim and John I am so heartbroken to hear of Shelia´s passing. She gave this world so much love and joy. I will miss her so very much. Carolyn
Sherry Peters
April 7, 2025
Jim and John I´m so sorry to hear this sad news. Yall are in my thoughts and prayers. Sheila was one of a kind and I loved her deeply. She and my Joey were not only cousins, they were best friends. Although they didn´t see each other often, Joey called her on every birthday as she did him. They are now together in Heaven making up for lost time. Take care and cling to your precious memories. You will laugh and you will cry but those memories will get you through these hard times. Sending my love and prayers.
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