Sheila M. Wheeler, 62, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at her home with her loving family by her side.
Born on December 8, 1955 in Massena, NY to her late parents Vernon and Evelyn Brown, Sheila was a beloved seamstress/embroiderer of Gall's (formerly Rosen's Uniform) for nearly a decade who enjoyed quilting, writing poetry, Nascar, puzzles, reading and was always down for an adventure.
Sheila is survived by her adored children and grandchildren: Jennifer (Adrianna VanAlstyne), Brett (Morgan Wheeler) and Ashley Wheeler as well as her sister Vickie (Tony) Maiello and brother Ernest (Joanie) Brown. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Sheila was predeceased by her brother, Elvis Brown.
Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, NY on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Family and friends are invited to share memories at 7:00 pm. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142 Memphis, TN 38148 in Sheila's memory.
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