Sheila Barraclough

1932 - 2021 | Sheffield

Sheila was a vibrant character with an incredible memory with plenty of stories to tell about her life and experiences. She was a brilliant storyteller and loved to chat to all those who visited, called and wrote to her. She loved to learn new things…

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Sheila was a vibrant character with an incredible memory with plenty of stories to tell about her life and experiences. She was a brilliant storyteller and loved to chat to all those who visited, called and wrote to her. She loved to learn new things always reading, making notes and passing them on to those she loved. She will be missed by many but all those who knew her will have some brilliant memories of her and happy times they shared together. This page is an opportunity to share memories and thoughts of Sheila and her brilliant life and also to donate money in her memory to the incredible St Luke's hospice. Sheila was very happy in St Luke's and made friends with the staff who she enjoyed chatting to. We are so thankful for the exceptional care she had from all the staff as this made her time there comfortable and personal. We are so grateful for St Luke's and all the work they do and hope we can continue to support them in memory of Sheila.

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Sheila Barraclough



Donations

Current total raised

£444.60

GiftAid £111.15

£30.00

Manni Tahir

13/02/2021

Aunty Sheila brought so much joy to many people, it was a pleasure meeting her and I fondly remember all the stories about her travels and experiences. With her kindness and warmth she is special to every one of us. She truely was a gem and will be greatly missed.

£70.00

Andrew & Samantha Green

24/01/2021

The joy you radiated whenever (or however) we spoke throughout my life, has taught me to cherish the little things that really matter. I hope you’re with Nannan and Grandad now, looking down on us with a cuppa, a nice pastry, and a smile on your face. We love you Auntie Sheila. Thank you for being you!

£25.00

+ £6.25 GiftAid

Cheryl Wallhead

22/01/2021

God bless to a lovely lady ❤️

£20.00

+ £5.00 GiftAid

Chris Gascoigne

22/01/2021

I only had the privilege of meeting Auntie Sheila a few times, but every time was special. This donation is just me giving her the 20 quid back she gave me for when she paid for my lunch in Edinburgh. When she found out me and Beckie would be going on a city break there, I don’t know who was more excited! This little act of kindness I think really sums her up as a person. Happy to share advice and treat someone she may only have just met. Lots of love Chris.

£25.00

+ £6.25 GiftAid

David Haw

22/01/2021

Thoughts

Dearest Auntie Sheila, We think of you often — your sweet laugh and smile will be forever missed. It gave us great happiness to know how well you had been looked after at St. Luke’s. When we spoke at Christmas you sounded so joyful and delighted at having seen the Christmas lights. It was so nice to hear you so happy. We are so grateful to have had you in our lives and that your Grand-Dog Mojo could bring you so much love and laughter from across the pond. We will keep your memory alive in all that we do and will think of you whenever we have a nice cup of tea, something I so looked forward to whenever we were able to visit with you. Your kindness and love will always brighten our days and we hope you are enjoying Disney World with Grandad and Nannan. Lots of love. Rest In Peace. All my love, Samantha and ruff ruff with love from Mojo :)

Added by Samantha Green - 08/02/2021


Aunty Sheila was a lovely lady who will be very much missed by all those who knew her.

Added by Kate Booth - 20/01/2021


I have know Sheila for nearly 35 years when we 1st moved next door. Sheila was such a helpful and caring person. My kids Wayne and Lisa use to go round to Sheila's house quite abit when they were little. They would bake lots of different things. I remember taking Sheila's horse bets for the grand national she would always have 25p each way on a horse. Sheila was always there when you needed her. If you was ill Sheila would come up with a home remedy to make you better. That's just how kind she was. I have lots of great memories of Sheila. RIP Sheila you will always be in our thoughts and our hearts God bless. From Graham

Added by Graham Weston - 19/01/2021


I have know Sheila all my life nearly 35 yrs of Sheila's love,kindness and such a careing person who would do anything for anybody. I remember when I was child speding lots of time round at Sheila's house. We would bake all sorts of lovely cakes and buns togather. I remember coming home for my dinner from school and going to Sheila's and having dinner togather. She would give me a cherry balsam to have on my way back school. I have so many great and fund memories with Sheila I could write a book. RIP Sheila you will allways be in our thoughts and in our hearts. Love from Lisa, Darren and Jack

Added by Lisa Weatherstone - 17/01/2021


Auntie Sheila had been a big part of my life as long as I can remember. Always there to talk to and it seems very strange at the moment not speaking to her every day. She would know my schedule and very often call as soon as I walked through the door, I wouldn’t even have my shoes off and the phone would be ringing. Always enquiring on my day and asking me what I was cooking for tea. Trying new recipes & new knitting and crocheting patterns, was one of Auntie Sheila’s favourite pastimes. Always saving a magazine or clipping from the newspaper, with a new and exciting recipe to try. She was always saying in her last few months, that when she felt a bit better she would try them herself. Auntie Sheila was very proud of us all, always taking great interest in all our lives and activities. We all knew whenever we went anywhere, to always bring back a postcard for her collection; she would look forward to hearing all about the memories attached to the locations. Auntie Sheila has left us with so many memories to treasure. If anyone has any memories or photos to share of Auntie Sheila, I know we would all love to hear or see them. The care Auntie Sheila received and the support the family received from St Luke’s, we will be eternally grateful for, during what has been, and still is a difficult time for us all. Thank you to all the staff and those who were a friend to Auntie Sheila.

Added by Anne Green - 15/01/2021