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Sheila May Duffett (née Douglas)

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Sheila May Duffett (née Douglas)

March 21, 1940 - April 20, 2023

Went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre.
Beloved wife of the late Charles Duffett. Loving mother of Tim Giddings and Scott (Kathryn) Giddings. Grandma to Victoria, Michael, Daniel Giddings. Sheila is survived by her sisters Joy, Yvonne, and Wendy. A private family burial to take place. The family would like to thank Dr. Mule and the staff of Ed’s House. In lieu of flowers, donations to Ed's House would be appreciated by the family

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Bev & Jamie Walters - May 16, 2023

Richard Sorry to hear of Vic's passing. Our deepest condolences.

Linda Ryan - May 8, 2023

Wendy - Deepest condolences from my family to yours on the loss of your beautiful sister.

Alasdair Gillespie - May 8, 2023

Our sincere condolences, Scott, Kathryn, Tim and family! Sorry to hear of your loss.

Alasdair Gillespie - May 8, 2023

Our sincere condolences, Scott, Kathryn, Tim and family! Sorry to hear of your loss.

Allan Greer - May 3, 2023

Sorry for your loss Tim, I know it can be a hard thing to go through.

Eva Ferguson - May 3, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Canadian Cancer Society

Ross and Joy Millson - May 3, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Susan & Dalt Spicer - April 29, 2023

Wendy, Rick and family. We are sorry to hear of Sheila’s passing. She was a lovely lady with a friendly smile and great conversation whenever we met. Our sincere condolences.

Martha Kinitz - April 29, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Pam Gall - April 27, 2023

My Deepest Condolences to the Douglas/Giddings Family, she was a special lady & will always be remembered by the Hogg/ Gall Family may she R.I.P.

Carol Gutteridge - April 25, 2023

So sorry to hear of Sheila’s passing Very lovely lady, she will be missed

Marlene Stothart - April 25, 2023

To Sheila's family & sisters my deepest condolences. Marlene

Danielle Kent Greenhorne - April 24, 2023

TIM Sorry to hear your mom has passed away. May your mom REST IN PEACE

Roxane Brunette - April 24, 2023

Dear Scott, Tim, and family I am so sorry for the passing of both your dad and now your mom. Your family has been through so much. Please take comfort in each other at this difficult time. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Laurie Vandewater - April 24, 2023

Sincere condolences to Wendy and Rick and family and the Giddings and family. I am so sorry for your loss and I hope the support of your family and friends helps.

Fred Davis - April 24, 2023

I know she love the Lord and she is with him now she will be missed here but only for a time we will see her again sorry for your loss love in Christ.

Stan/Beth Campbell - April 24, 2023

To all the family we are sorry for your loss. Shelia and her late husband Chuck were are neibourgh's on Pioneer Rd for over 16 years. God bless you all. Stan.

Deborah (Wass) & Allan Elder - April 24, 2023

Thinking about you ..Joy..Yvonne.Wendy/Rick From the Wass Family Deborah Wass and Allan Elder

Gale Ovens - April 24, 2023

Wendy and Rick, Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your sister. Cherish the happy memories.

Matthew and Letty clayton - April 24, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Fran and Allan Knott - April 24, 2023

Condolences to Sheila’s family and Wendy and Rick Bowman and family!

Helen Baxter - April 23, 2023

My deepest condolences to the family of Sheila’s. Sheila was a longtime friend of mine. Helen Baxter

Bill & Sharon Gerber - April 23, 2023

Wendy, Rick & family, Our sincere condolences to all of Shelia’s family. So very sorry to hear of her passing. She was a lovely lady who always greeted us with a smile. Remember her with love and treasure the wonderful memories she left you with. Bill & Sharon

Cindy Cogliano - April 23, 2023

Condolences to the family She was a dear sister to my Mom and will be terribly missed.

Crystal Thompson - April 23, 2023

Tim, Scott, Kathryn and family. I am sorry to hear about Aunt Sheila's passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time. RIP Aunt Sheila

Ralph and Norma Stoffers - April 23, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Connie Davey - April 23, 2023

Our sincere condolences to Wendy, Rick and family. Sheila was a quiet, kind, lovely lady. Memories are forever. Sending prayers and love at this difficult time. Doug & Connie Davey

Randy and Kate bowman - April 23, 2023

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom our thoughts and prayers are with you all xoxo

Mr. & Mrs. Dominic Amyotte - April 23, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Dominic & Lynda Amyotte - April 23, 2023

Our most sincere condolences to Tim, Scott & Kathryn, Wendy & Rick and family. We have had the pleasure of knowing both Chuck & Sheila as neighbours for the past 18 years. And the privilege of knowing Sheila as a dear friend over the past couple of months. Sheila loved the Lord. She enjoyed talking of His saving grace and goodness to her life, now Sheila gets to talk to Jesus face to face! "For now we see through a glass, darkly, but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known." 1 Corinthians 13:12

Ward & Penny Beebe - April 22, 2023

On behalf of the Beebe family our condolences to Sheila's family. Remember her as a kind neighbour in the Chapel St - Walton St community.

Brenda Biddle - April 22, 2023

So sorry to hear of Aunt Sheila. She was a great woman. Wish to send condolences to Tim, Scott and family. Hold on to memories of her and hold close to your heart!

Donna Sandercock - April 22, 2023

Deepest sympathies to all of Sheila's family on her passing. I had the privilege of being one of Sheila's hairdressers over the years as well. We always had a great chat and a good laugh. She'll be missed. Rest in peace Sheila.

Wendy & Rick Bowman - April 22, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Ralph & Norma Stoffers - April 22, 2023

Dear Wendy, Rick, & family. Our sincerest condolences. Sending love to comfort you at this time.

Roy and Doreen Fairchild - April 22, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Roy and Doreen Fairchild - April 22, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Laura-Lee Bowman - April 22, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Elaine Hope - April 22, 2023

Sending condolences to all of Sheila’s family. So sad to hear of her passing. I knew her ever since meeting my husband, Ivan, many years ago. Sincere and loving lady. Love and prayers, Elaine

Ed Frankowski - April 22, 2023

What beautiful loving lady. Her and Chuck reunited Her beautiful spirit will be missed. My condolences Ed Frankowski

Dalton and Heather McDonald - April 22, 2023

Tim , Scott and family … we send our sympathy to all of you in the loss of your mother . Sincerely Dalton and Heather

Gail Ellis - April 22, 2023

I send my deepest sympathy during this difficult time. The Bible gives a comforting hope and it promises that your loved one will soon live again in a peaceful paradise on the earth where death will be no more. (John 5:28, 29; Acts 24:15; Revelation 21:4)

Bev Archer - April 22, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Jeanne Bell - April 22, 2023

My condolence Tim in the passing of your mother and the rest of the family!

Elaine Staples - April 22, 2023

Joy and Wendy, my condolences to you on the passing of your sister. Sincerely, Elaine

Joan and Don Diminie and family - April 22, 2023

Sorry to learn of Sheila passing on, a friend since public school days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Wanda Douglas - April 22, 2023

Our deepest sympathy goes out to Tim, Scott, the family and many friends. Hold on to your memories during this hard time. She was such a lovely lady. May she rest in peace now.

Alan Gall - April 22, 2023

My sincere condolences to the entire family and friends.

Carolyn Hamlin - April 22, 2023

RIP Sheila

Amy Armstrong - April 22, 2023

I’m so sorry for your loss may she rest in peace

Liz Paulusma - April 22, 2023

My sincere condolences to yur family Tim. Liz Paulusma

Nikole - April 22, 2023

Condolences to the entire family

Paul Pearse - April 22, 2023

Condolences to Sheila’s family on the loss of a wonderful lady. I remember Sheila from the old neighborhood and one of the first people I met when we returned to Cobourg and was recognized by her immediately. May you remember her kind and gentle demeanour and good times you enjoyed together. A friend and neighbour from years gone by.

Grace Dingman - April 22, 2023

My sincere condolences Wendy, Joy, Yvonne and Sheila’s children and family. I have known Sheila for years, She was such a beautiful loving person. Hold on to your memories of her. God bless.

Allison Sunday - April 21, 2023

~ Our sincere condolences to your family. You are in our prayers ??❤️

Francis and Lynn Prentice - April 21, 2023

Tim, so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this diff time

Harold and Wendy Brown - April 21, 2023

Our sincere condolences to Tim, Scott, Wendy , Joy and Yvonne. Sheila will be remembered for her quick laugh , her love of the Lord and her family. May your many happy memories help you through the sadness of her passing. From our presence into the presence of God so we rejoice!

Tammy ( Boyle ) Barnes - April 21, 2023

So very saddened to learn that Sheila has passed. My most sincere condolences to all the family and my deepest sympathy.

Linda Bloom - April 21, 2023

My condolences to the family. I will always remember her sincere kindness as she prayed for my health and healing, all the while she was struggling with her own health. You are now healed and enjoying your new heavenly home.

Brenda Cochrane - April 21, 2023

Wendy and Family - With my sincere sympathy on Sheila’s passing. I hope the happy memories of her life help you through the sadness of her passing.

Bill and Carmel Scott - April 21, 2023

Tim and family, I am so saddened to learn of your Mother's passing. May she rest peacefully in the arms of God.

Laura-Lee Bowman - April 21, 2023

I'll miss Aunt Sheila dearly, she was my second Mom growing up. She instilled a love of Jesus, love for others and enjoyed a good laugh. Her shortbread cookies were legendary, along with many other dishes. A life well lived, she'll be forever remembered and missed xo

Gladys Morris - April 21, 2023

Thoughts and prayers are with you Tim.

Ron Wiebe - April 21, 2023

Tim,Scott and families. I am sorry for your loss. Hopefully memories will help through these difficult times. Ron Wiebe

Diana Stuckless - April 21, 2023

She was a dear friend I did her hair for years So sorry for your loss we had many a laugh over the years Rip

Linda Wong - April 21, 2023

Sorry to see this about Sheila. She was a very kind and loving person. Condolences to you all.

Connie and Glen Prentice - April 21, 2023

So sorry to hear of the loss of Sheila. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Special condolences to Wendy, Rick and the family.

Sandra Jean Beatty - April 21, 2023

I am sorry for y.your lost and to your family . I knew Sheila personally .she was a very nice woman .

Cathy Stevenson Hoard - April 21, 2023

My sincere condolences to Joy Yvonne Wendy and families at this difficult time. My prayers are with you all.

Betty Fraser - April 21, 2023

Wendy and family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I know she will be missed as she was a big part of your life. She will always be with you in memory.