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BORN
1941
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2024
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SHELIA CAPATCH Obituary
She was born on March 17, 1941 in Grampian, a daughter of the late John W. and Ann Mary (Gannon) Rafferty.
Mrs. Capatch was a loving wife to her devoted husband, Jim, for 65 years. She dearly loved her children and cherished time spent with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Capatch retired as a manager at Sears after 30 years of employment. She was then a senior consultant with Mary Kay, starting in 1993. She was involved with the Clearfield Community Concert Association, a charter member of the Clearfield Choral Society, a member of the Mountain Laurel Auxiliary, and a member of the Clearfield NON Club.
She was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield where she was a member of the church choir and the Rosary and Altar Society.
She is survived by her husband, James J. Capatch, whom she wed July 25, 1959 in Grampian; three children, Steven Capatch and wife Gail of Puyallup, Wash., Colleen Cook and husband Dr. Thomas of Dillsburg, and Kevin Capatch and wife Diane of Lewisburg; seven grandchildren, Jamie Capatch and wife Lydia Sharrad, Brent Capatch and wife Leia, Janelle Cox and husband Dan, Brad Capatch and wife April, Adam Capatch and fiancee Bria Edwards, David Capatch, and Dr. Thomas Cook and wife Emily; six great grandchildren, Charlize, Caedmon, Elizabeth, Aaron, Lucas, and Asher; a sister, Christine McCafferty of Puyallup, Wash.; two sisters-in-law, Maureen Rafferty and Ann Marie Welch; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Regis Rafferty; and infant brother; and a sister, Mary Ogden.
Mass of Christian burial will be said at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield on Monday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Fr. Robert Horgas as celebrant.
Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery, Clearfield.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Saint Francis Educational Endowment Fund, 212 S. Front St., Clearfield, PA 16830.
Beardsley Funeral Home & Crematory, Clearfield is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Patricia Sankey
October 25, 2024
So sorry to hear of the passing of my dear friend. She had such a sweet soul. Always had a smile and a concern for others. My thoughts and prayers for the family and friends.
Nancy Gibbons
October 9, 2024
So sorry to hear. Shelia was a wonderful lady and great person. Many thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Nancy Gibbons
Bonnie Vokes
October 6, 2024
Jim and family,
So sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you. Let the memories take over and think happy thoughts of the good times.
Bonnie Vokes
Greg Smeal and family
October 5, 2024
Always so loving and kind . Great family . Many memories of East End times years ago. Cherish her and her family . Thank you for letting me be a part
Mike Morgan
October 4, 2024
So sad to hear this. Shelia was such a wonderful person snd beautiful soul.
Bob Fitzmaurice
October 3, 2024
My sympathy to Jim and the family. She was one of the nicest people I have been fortunate to know. I have been praying for her for years and will continue to do so and the family. RIP Bob Fitzmaurice
Joanne Price
October 3, 2024
Jim and family
Even though we seldom got together Shelia will always be in our hearts. Our prayers are that God will give you peace, strength and courage at this time.
Love
Joanne & Bill Price
October 3, 2024
Fly high my friend and classmate
Paula Beauseigneur
October 3, 2024
Jim and family.
Sending Hugh prayers and hugs to all of you. She was such a great friend and very loving Mother and wife. I have so many memories of our younger years.
Hugs,
Paula
Bill Schiavi
October 3, 2024
Farewell to a family friend, former neighbor, and great lady. May she rest in well deserved peace.
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