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Sheila DeCOSTER Obituary

DE COSTER Sheila A. Sheila A. DeCoster, 62, of east Toledo, passed away unexpectedly Friday, August 5, 2011 at her residence. "Sheila D" as affectionately known in her neighborhood was born in Athens, Ohio on February 26, 1949 to Robert and Helen (Wheeler) Hahn, who preceded her in death. Sheila is survived by her loving husband, whom she married on October 5, 1968, Richard F. DeCoster; children, Jodi (Todd) Bates, Jennifer Fry, Melissa (Scott) Goeder; step son, Ricky Vermilyea; 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; siblings, Raymond, Roger and Tracy Vess. Friends may visit at the Eggleston Meinert & Pavley Funeral Home, Oregon Chapel on Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. where her funeral service will take place on Friday at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park. www.egglestonmeinert.com

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Published by The Blade on Aug. 10, 2011.

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Kim Wayton

August 14, 2011

Dear Jodi and all who know and love Sheila...
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting her, I know that Sheila was a beautiful person. I am blessed to work you, Jodi, and you are a loving "reflection" of your Mom. Her warm spirit is with you always....her love light shines through you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

David Leonard Escareno

August 13, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you ALL, Sheila D will always be a part of us "Caledonia Kids" hearts. She will be remembered as a loving and kind soul. I will miss her as I miss all my other "Moms" from the old neighborhood,(Mrs. Jackie Brown, Mrs. Ann Kiss, Mrs. Pompas, and Mrs.Dupois) I know you are all up there keeping all us kids down her safe...just as you did when I was young. I'll miss you always, Love "Doobie".

Tracy Brittian

August 12, 2011

Missy, Scott and kids our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.

Gwen Shepherd

August 11, 2011

Rich,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Luke & Joetta

August 11, 2011

Dear Missy and Scott sorry for your lost, our prayer are with you and the family.

Cheryl ( aka kaj )

August 10, 2011

My condolenses and prayers go out to her family and friends. She will be sadly missed on pogo which is where i knew her from.

Cindy & Tom Gillespie

August 10, 2011

We're Very sorry for your loss. She was a very loving and caring person and will be missed by many.She was my best friend and i'll miss her more than words can say. Cindy

Lisa Kauffmann

August 10, 2011

Dear Missy (and Scott)
Our Hearts and Prayers are with you.

Francine Belliveau

August 10, 2011

Sorry for your lost. It was nice chatting with Sheila on Pogo games

Betty White

August 10, 2011

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Jesus Escareno Jr

August 10, 2011

In my prayers always.

Jesus & Diane Escareno Jr.

August 10, 2011

Dear Richard, Jodi,Jenny,& Missy.
My heart hurts for all of you.I can only tell you how i feel,but your loss is great and can not be replaced,just know that every birthday until the day god call's me home I'll always remember Sheila for we both came into this world on the same day,I WILL NOT FORGET HER.You will all be in my prayers.

cindy parish (guerra)

August 10, 2011

Sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

August 10, 2011

August 10, 2011

Our very deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers to all of Sheila D's family and loved ones. We know she is truly missed and will always be in the hearts of her family, friends and loved ones. Cherish all the memories.

Marty, Anne and Morgan McGee, Toledo,Ohio

August 10, 2011

You will be greatly missed by many Aunt Shiela...I'm sure yout with grandma now catching up on some BINGO!!!

Pam Roberts

August 10, 2011

Roger I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you

Connie Braun

August 10, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

August 10, 2011

my prayers are with the family.
stay strong

Michelle Riley

August 10, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire DeCoster family. Sheila D will be truly missed! I will always remember what a good friend she was to my entire family, especially my mom. I can still see Sheila D and my mom sitting on the front porch just talking away. I'm sure they are both in heaven hanging out and catching up. With all my love, Michelle Brown Riley

Pamela Green-Jones

August 10, 2011

My deepest condolence to the DeCoster family for your loss. I am not personally known to you family but was saddened to read the news. God bless you all!

Chris Goodman (Fallon)

August 10, 2011

I am very sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your mom. Your in my thoughts and prayers.

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