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TAKACS, Sheila
Beloved and devoted mother, sister & friend. Born 12/2/54 in Larned, Kansas. Passed away 8/10/06 in Carmichael, Calif. at the age of 51. Sheila passed away at home after a hard fought battle with breast cancer. Preceded in death by her parents George and Josephine Harvey and sister Jane Harvey. Loving mother of Stephen Takacs. She will be greatly missed by her sister Mary Jo Harvey-Reidt, brother Tom Harvey and her many close and loving friends. She was a strong, giving and caring person who was always optimistic. Sheila enjoyed life, laughing and joking with family and friends, a truly gifted and creative person who loved design through sewing, interior decorating, and gardening. Her yard was always full of beautiful flowers. Sheila was actively involved in many fund raisers and extra curricular activities at both Our Lady of the Assumption and Jesuit High School. She was a graduate of Mercy High School in 1973 and U.C. Davis in 1978. Friends are invited to attend the visitation on Mon., August 14, 2006 from 4PM to 7PM, Rosary at 7PM at Nicoletti, Culjis & Herberger Funeral Home, 5401 Folsom Blvd., Sacto. CA. Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM on Wed., Aug. 16, 2006 at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, 5057 Cottage Way, Carmichael, CA. Interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery. Thank you to all her wonderful friends who so lovingly supported her these past few years. Remembrances in Sheila's name may be made to Healing Hands, Healing Hearts P.O. Box 188125, Sacramento, CA 95818.
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Ann (Nason) Moore
September 5, 2006
I've just heard of Sheila's passing and am so very sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories of your mom/sister! The last time I saw her was a year ago at back-to-school night at BV and she was as bubbly as always. A truely beautiful soul. We'll miss her.
Cheryl (Hoefler) Jessup
August 19, 2006
Dear Stephen and family,
I was a classmate of Sheila's in our Mercy High School days. How I always wished I had some of her sparkling freckles! May all our little collective thoughts, prayers and memories help to brighten this dark time for you. God bless you all.
Gerry, Eileen(Hartnett)&,John Schlegel
August 16, 2006
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will be thinking of all of you during your time of need. Youre Indpls cousins.
Jane Henry
August 14, 2006
Dear MaryJo,Tom and Stephen,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Sheila. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Love Always
Your cousins in Indy!
Jane Hartnett Henry and family
Janie Simpson Likens
August 14, 2006
Dear Stephen and family,
I was fortunate to know Sheila in our "growing up" years in Fair Oaks. I will always remember her sparkling eyes, her big smile and her warm heart. I'm so sorry for your loss.
molly Freeman
August 14, 2006
Dear Steven,
Chris, Tom and I hope you know you are in our prayers. I loved your mother very much.
With our deepest sympathy.
Molly, Tom & Chris Freeman
Janet Quatman
August 13, 2006
Dear Mary Jo, Tom and Stephen,
I am so sorry to hear of Sheila's passing and know you will miss her greatly.
I will keep you all in my prayers.
You Cousin,
barbara usher
August 13, 2006
Dear Stephen and Family. We are so sorry to hear about Sheila. She was a wonderful person who loved you very much. She will be missed by so many.
Love and Prayers from the Usher Family
Karen Snook
August 13, 2006
Sheila, I already miss you so much.
Joanne Bertolucci Kelley
August 13, 2006
Dear Stephen and Family,
Your mom was such a joy to be around. Always had a smile on her face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Fondly, Kyle, Joanne, Kari and Kayla Kelley
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