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.
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Mark and Stephanie… On behalf of the Chargers Athletics Program, please acccept our sincere condolences during this very difficult time.
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
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)
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.
Sheila, I will always remember your thoughtfulness and kindness. You are missed,
love from, Koo and family.
Our deepest sympathies to all you. May she rest in peace.
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
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
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)
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