The family of Sheila Brown are deeply saddened to announce her passing on August 7, 2024 at her home in Vulcan, at the age of 91 years.
Sheila was born December 19, 1932 at London, Ontario. Due to her father’s job with CPR, they moved to Hamilton, ON and then back to London to start her schooling. She completed Grade 11 before getting a job as a telegraph operator for CP Rail.
Meeting on a blind date, she met her future husband R. Ervin Brown. They married on November 16, 1957 in Hamilton, ON. After the wedding, they moved to the family farm at Ensign, AB where they worked and raised 5 children. In 1989, they built a house in Vulcan and she resided there until her passing.
Sheila was an avid reader and loved to travel. Coffee with ‘the ladies’ Monday to Friday was a highlight in her later years.
A family cottage on Georgian Bay, ON was a great enjoyment every summer growing up and whenever she traveled back to Ontario to visit family.
Sheila is survived by her four children; Stephen (Marilyn), Patricia, Eleanor (Ross) and Eric (Michelle), eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, infant son David in 1968, husband Ervin in 2013, sister Susan in 2008 and sister Sandra in 2022.
A Tea & Social for family and friends will take place on Friday, August 30, 2024 at 3 pm at the Vulcan Seniors Centre, Vulcan, AB. A Family Inurnment will be held at the Vulcan Cemetery Columbarium.
Any tributes in Sheila’s memory can be made to S.T.A.R.S., 1441 Aviation Park NE, Box 570, Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7, Or Email to donations@stars.ca.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
My late mother, Helen Selwyn, was a lifelong friend of Sheila’s and considered her the sister she never had. They met as toddlers in London, Ontario and remained good friends until her own passing. Sheila was so fun to be around. I can still remember her laughter. To Stephen & Marilyn, Patricia, Eleanor ( ” G-Nomie’) and Ross, and Eric & Michelle and families, my sincerest condolences. She was such a treasure. I am hoping that Helen and Sheila are already giggling together once again.
My mother, the late Helen Selwyn, treasured her lifelong friendship with Sheila.
They met as toddlers in London, Ontario. We knew life with Aunty Sheila and Uncle Erv. Sheila was so fun, so funny and always a delight to be around. To Stephen and Marilyn, Patricia, Eleanor ” G-nomie” and Ross, and Eric and families, my sincerest condolences to you. Here’s hoping that Sheila and Helen are laughing together in Heaven.
I am so sorry to hear of Shelia’s passing. I remember the many visits we had. Sending my sympathies to the family….
My deepest condolences to you all. I have such fond memories of Sheila as I grew up. She was such a lovely lady.
Sending my deepest condolences to all of you during this difficult time. Sheila always had a smile on her face and I always enjoyed our conversations whenever we happened to meet. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
My mother, Lola Findlay, fondly nicknamed Sheila “Mrs Purple”, as our family knew several Mrs Browns. This way we knew which Mrs Brown she was talking about. To me, “Mrs Purple” was the friendliest woman with a great sense of humor. She’d laugh when we’d greet her as Mrs Purple when our paths crossed downtown ☺️ She had personality! Her smiling face and cheery nature will be missed, and lovingly remembered.
Stephen, Patricia, Eleanor, Eric & families,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies at this very sad time for the loss of your beloved mother and grandmother, Sheila.
I will always cherish and hold tight all the fond memories of going to visit Ervin & Sheila along with Stephen, Patricia, Eleanor & Eric with my mom, dad & brother back when we were all farm neighbours. Sheila was always so kind and a very sweet lady whenever I was there and I will fondly remember her kindred spirit. May your Mom now enjoy the light and love of God.
Wishing you all the strength to face the days ahead and wonderful memories to cherish forever. Sending love and prayers to all of you.
With deepest condolences,
Karen
So sorry for your loss, I always enjoyed our coffee times together. RIP my friend
Condolences to the Brown Family. I remember Sheila fondly growing up and as a neighbor.
I wish to pass along our heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies on behalf of the Bellis Family (John & Nancy). We moved to Vulcan in 1992 and were neighbours with Sheila, Ervin and family for years.
We have very fond memories of those times and especially of Sheila as she became very close with our mother Nancy. Sheila was a very bubbly, outgoing, kind and generous soul, always curious about how things were going in our lives. We had some great meals together and enjoyed each others company. She will be dearly missed.
Love from the Bellis family (John, Nancy, Dylan, Guto, Aled & Luned).