Memories of Sheila Louise Donahue

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Sheila Louise Donahue

Greenwood Village, CO, USA

1953 - September 4, 2020

1953 - Sep 4, 2020

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Raymond Darragh

It's been four years and I think about you every day. I miss my sister........

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Raymond Darragh

Time passes so quickly. Sis, you've been gone three years, but not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I miss you, but my heart smiles whenever I hear Rondo Capriccioso, or reminisce about all the happy memories we shared during our time together over the years. You still are, and always will be my hero........

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Darl Huntsman

I am so sorry to hear about this , and finding out 2 years later . She was a wonderful woman that I wish I couldve got to know better. She was my aunt and my only real connection to my mom's (kay) side of the family . The world is bleaker without her in it . Her wonderful personality and spirit will be greatly missed

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Desirae Darragh

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Shawn Darragh

My Aunt Sheila was an amazing woman. She always encouraged me to enjoy life, to laugh, to love, and to be a gentleman. I will miss her beautiful smile and our long walks and talks about life when we would see each other. I always admired how proud she was of her daughter and her brother, and how much they meant to her. You will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. I love you and miss you Aunt Sheila.

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Casey Darragh

Sheila had a passion for life. A spark about her that lit up a room. I will always remember her smile, since I can not think of one time she was not smiling. Her laugh and smile will always be with me as they are synonymous with her name. She always referred to me as “young man” even when I was a little kid, I always got a kick out of that, never told her but she knew.
Conversations were never short, and I am thankful for that. My aunt was very inquisitive and always wanted the up to date on anything and everything. She was honest, direct, and loved to share stories of things in her life, the fun cars she remembers, people she has met, and some of my dad that always had me saying “no way, my dad would never!?” When asking my dad about these stories, there was always a hesitation and a sigh.
Sheila loved competition and talked about times playing the accordion with my dad. She talked about how nervous she would get before a performance, “but not Raymond!” she said “Your dad would always help me stay calm before we performed” She looked up to and loved her brother. I know the feeling was mutual with him.
Sheila was always positive and wanted the best for anyone she was around. She boasted often of her daughter and her accomplishments.
I am thankful for the memories with my aunt over the years, for every one puts a smile on my face.
You are missed, and loved by all who knew you, and will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
-“Bug/young man”

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Raymond Darragh

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Raymond Darragh

Sheila was a very private person and requested we provide no formal service after she passed; however, I would be remiss if I did not take the opportunity to recognize Sheila as an wonderful sister, a loving mother and aunt, and a vivacious woman that that lived life to the fullest.

Sheila was an extraordinary person. As a youth, she loved and excelled in music. Some of my fondest memories are the times Sheila and I played accordion duets together in various competitions in California. Sheila was also very unique--no one else looked like her, spoke like her, or asked so many questions about so many different subjects. She had an insatiable appetite for knowledge and was interested in learning about everything. Sheila also possessed a wonderfully mischievous sense of humor and loved to engage in practical jokes. For some reason, I seemed to be a consistent target, but always appreciated the attention.

Although 900 miles separated us, Sheila was always there for me when I needed her most. She called me often just to say hello and check to see how I was doing. I visited Sheila many times over the past 10 years and always looked forward to the delectable meals she prepared especially for me. She loved to cook and everything she prepared was always delicious. I will miss those wonderful meals and the lively dinner conversations.

Above all, Sheila was a very loving person. Her love and devotion for her daughter, Sara, was profound and unconditional. Every time I spoke with Sheila, she always mentioned Sara and told me how proud she was of her daughter. Sheila reveled in Sara’s accomplishments and was always the happiest when they were together. During the last few days of her life, Sheila displayed her love and concern for others by communicating her thanks and gratefulness for the assistance everyone provided and the effort people made by being there with her.

Of my sister I can say this, Sheila was courageous, determined, and most of all, she was an inspiration to me and will forever be my hero. Sheila battled cancer for over four years and rarely complained of the pain she experienced. She had an incredible “I will beat this” attitude. It was an honor to help care for, and be with my sister when she passed. As I say my final goodbyes, I am amazed at how quickly the 67 years I knew her have passed.

Sheila, you were the best sister a brother could have. I will always be grateful for those many times you told me how proud you were of me and that I was the best brother a sister could ever ask for. I love you and you will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I look forward to the day we will be together again with mom, dad, and Kay. Until then, please keep the lights on for me……..

Raymond Darragh
Tucson, AZ

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