December 1, 1971 – June 27, 2013
Passed away peacefully on June 27, 2013 and is survived by her husband, Mark, step-daughter Stephanie, parents Dennis and Dianne Truss, father-in-law Vic Lindal; sister Dawn Truss, brothers-in-law Dean Lindal (Kristen) and Darren Lindal (Marile), sister-in-law, Andrea Adams, nephews Ryan Truss, Josh, Zack, Aiden, Ben and Brody Lindal, and Jeffery Adams, nieces Larissa and Tasha Adams and Rayne Lyall, uncles and aunts Tom and Cynthia Suffield, and Gina Porth, and cousins Trevor and Kristin Suffield, Laural Porth-Jones and Greg and Brock Porth.
Sheila was a wonderful, compassionate person who spent her life brightening every room she entered with her smile and warmth. She wants everyone to know she is not in pain and is resting comfortably and waiting for the resurrection. She accomplished a lot in her 41 years, and will be missed, and fondly remembered. She was a strong pillar in the Victoria Revival Fellowship Church, and was always quick to offer anyone prayers and spiritual support even as she struggled physically. She earned degrees in Social Work and Arts (Psychology major) from the University of Victoria. During her working career, she keenly cared for her clients as a service agent at Veteran’s Affairs in Victoria until she retired last year. Sheila enjoyed traveling and put her talents to work in several countries through her church and volunteer work with Canadian Crossroads International. Sheila loved music and was a talented pianist. She had a passion not only for friends and family, but clients and everyone she met. She always saw the good in people and wanted to support and encourage them in everything they did. In life, she taught us so much and in death, she has the ultimate victory.
A celebration of Sheila’s life will be held at McCall Bros. Downtown on Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Friday, July 5 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
www.mccallbros.com
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John Truss & Rosemarie Todaschuk
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Camosun Chargers Athletics Program Mark and Stephanie… On behalf of the Chargers Athletics Program, please acccept our sincere condolences during this very difficult time.
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Laura Walsh I was very saddened to just learn of Sheila’s passing. Though many years have passed since our school days together, I often think of Sheila and her warmth and ready smile. She was always kind – and clearly shared her love and kindness generously during her life.Deep sympathies to the family. Our prayers are with you,
Laura Walsh & family
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Mirei Baba Jensen Please accept my sincere condolences. Thank you very much for encouraging me, helping me with your kindness and warmth more than 20 years ago. You are always remembered in my mind.
Love, Mirei Baba Jensen (Luxembourg)
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Norma Jee My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, as you journey through this time of loss. I’ve known Sheila since childhood, and our families shared much in common, since my daughter too had open heart surgery as a child. I remember well Diane and Dennis’ caring after Andrea died, and only wish I could be there for you now. Rest in God’s loving arms Sheila. Your life was exemplary.
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Koo Parekh-Walch Sheila, I will always remember your thoughtfulness and kindness. You are missed,
love from, Koo and family.
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Ralph and Liz Our deepest sympathies to all you. May she rest in peace.
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Dean Lindal and family Sheila was a great person and very kind
Her nephews loved coming over to house and
Hanging out we have great Xmas memories of
Great food family singing and family cruise with Sheila
Her faith and confidence in lord was inspiring
She will be missed big time but know her example
In the lord will carry on as being kind sincere encouraging
And comforting to others
Dean Lindal
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Bill & Rosalie Heschuk` Dennis, Dianne and family:
Our deepest sympathies go out to you!
Sheila was a wonderful person.We have fond memories of her in better times.
Bill & Rosalie
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Ron and Virginia Monk Dear Dianne and Dennis,
We were so sorry to hear about your lovely daughter, Sheila’s, death.
We remember playing bridge many years ago and your two
daughters in the background playing. Those were good and happy
memories.Please accept our deepest condolences in this very difficult time
for you both.Love,
Ron and Virginia (Monk)
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Bill & Rosalie Heschuk` Dennis,Dianne & Family
Our deepest sympathies go out to you. Sheila was a wonderful person!
We have fond memories of Sheila in better times.Bill & Rosalie
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Annie Huus and Karen Gugulyn Dianne and Dennis.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time, may you be blessed with strenght to cope with such a big loss, losing your daughter, Sheila. Our deepest condolences. Karen and Annie.
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Jane Dunkerley Dennis and Dianne, I am very sorry to hear the sad news about your daughter, Sheila. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Jane Dunkerley
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Jane Sterk My thoughts, sympathy and prayers are with you as you deal with your tragic loss.
Jane Sterk
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Cheryl Thomas Dennis and Dianne and the Lindal family.
So sorry for your loss. Sheila was way too young but lived the life she was given to the fullest.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Stephen Karr I’ve been friends with Sheila for since 1999. In my experiences with her, she always stood out in her compassion and consideration for others, insight, and thoughtfulness, and desire to experience and to learn from her experiences. I miss her, but also am glad she is no longer suffering and is at peace. I send my heartfelt condolences to her loved ones.
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EILEEN CLARK SYMPATHY-AT THIS SAD TIME
A HEARTACHE NO ONE CAN HEAL
A MEMORY NO ONE CAN STEAL
BECAUSE OF SHEILA
THE WORLD IS A BETTER PLACE
BECAUSE SHE TOUCHED IT WITH HER
WARMTH-GOODNESS-AND GRACEMY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
EILEEN
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Peter and Shannon Baillie Our deepest sympathies to family and friends. Our thoughts are with you.
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Ps John & Amanda Joske A time to live a time to die a time to mourn and a time to cry as our Bibles say, we are at this time with sad hearts feel with you your loss but we at the same time rejoicing in the great hope that awaits all those who die in the Lord Jesus Christ. A faithful wife and sister in the Lord till the end, she has been an inspiration to all who should follow as a woman of faith, you have been blessed to have had her in your life. All our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
John & Amanda Joske
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The Gold Coast Revival Fellowship
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Dave Spaven My heart goes out to the families at this time of loss. Although I have only met Sheila on a couple of occassions I was always touched by her gentle strength, courage and humour.
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Effie and Ron Fahey Dennis and Dianne,
May God keep you strong and help you to journey through this sad time. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Chris & Dave Jones & family Dennis and Diane
Please accept our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Love …
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Neil & Michelle Slingo Pastor Mark & Stephanie,
Neil & I were extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Sheila and want you to know our prayers of peace and comfort are with you. How gracious is God that He gave her such a confidence and assurance knowing she is His child and will be with Him forever, we mourn her loss but celebrate her victory.Neil & Michelle Slingo
Newcastle Fellowship (Aust)
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Jim & Carole Fulker Pastor Mark, Stephanie, family and fellowship, please accept our sincere condolence from us and the Hunter Revival Fellowship.
It was a real privilege to have met our sister Sheila and to be inspired by her absolute confidence in the Lord and the knowledge of her salvation.
God bless,
Jim and Carole Fulker,
Andrew and Andria Ferguson,
The Hunter Revival Fellowship.
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Seiya Baba Please accept our sincere condolences. Although I have never met Sheila in person, I heard a lot about her from Dawn and my sister, Mirei. All I know is how good, nice, lovely, thoughtful person she was. She will make people happy also in heaven. seiya
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Judy Martin I will always remember Sheila’s warmth, compassion, strength and courage as she journeyed forward. She was a valued colleague who cared deeply about the Veterans that she worked with, always willing to to do anything that she could to help out and make a real difference. She taught us all about resilience and the determination that it takes to live your life with a chronic disease. My thoughts and prayers are with Mark, Stephanie and all of the family that are dealing with this untimely loss; Sheila will travel with you in your hearts for the remainder of your days.
Namaste,
Judy Martin
Case Manager
Veterans Affairs Canada
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Darwin and Laura Schellenberg Laura and I are thinking of your family during this difficult time. I have reflected on the years our family spent with the Truss family and only can recall very happy moments shared with Sheila especially at our Christmas gatherings. Sheila will always be remembered for her incredibly kind and warm personality. I believe she will be welcomed into heaven with open arms and be free of the worldly burdens.
Darwin, Laura and kids
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Ed and Tammy Mondor Sheila you were an inspiration to all of us. No matter how much pain you were in you found the strength to say hello on face book and encourage us all. To your family our prayers go out to them. For you Sheila you have the victory!! You will forever be in our thoughts and heart. You will never be forgotten. Tammy and Ed XXXX
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Jim Embury We mourn the loss of Sheila but rejoice in the promise of the resurrection promised to her through the Holy Ghost.
1 Thes 4: 13-15. But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope.
For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep.
For this we declare to you by a word from the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will not precede those who have fallen asleep.
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Victor E. Lindal Sad day .
I was happy that Sheila made it last year on my birthday cruise.That took a lot of courage and was very much appreciated.
I loved how cheerful she always was.
Particularly impressed with her humour as she sent out tidbits from her I Pad.
Always thoughtful even though she must have been in pain.
You are fortunate Mark, to have your strong faith, to carry you in this stressful time.
Love Dad
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Bill & Evelyn Stockton Dear Sheila you showed us all how to live life with grace and dignity in good times as well as the hard times. We offer prayers for your family and loved ones to be comforted, and know that you dear one have the victory, Bill & Evelyn
Dearest Dennis & Dianne, Dawn & Ryan, Mark & Family…We feel your heart break. We extend our sincerest sympathy to you all on the passing of your loving daughter, sister, aunt & wife. You have a lot of wonderful memories of Sheila to treasure! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time! God bless you all!