Sheila Ann Richard-Gagnon
1969-2020
Richard-Gagnon, Sheila Ann
It is with heavy hearts that
we announce the peaceful passing of Sheila Ann Richard-Gagnon on
Tuesday June 16th at the QEII Health Sciences
Centre. She was the eldest daughter of the late Thomas and
Carol-Ann (Surette) Richard of Charlos Cove. After having
bravely enduring many years of compromised health due to heart
failure, at the age of 50, Sheila earned her wings.
She will be forever remembered by her daughters, Patricia
(Jack) and Emily; grandchildren, Lariah and Bryson all of
Halifax. She also leaves behind her partner, Richard
Gosselin, Halifax; sister, Wanda (Armel), Hammonds Plains and brother,
Jason (Amanda), Charlos Cove; the father of her children, Stephen
Gagnon, Port Bickerton and several cousins whom she loved
dearly.
Sheila was a Registered Nurse, having trained at St.
Martha’s School of Nursing in Antigonish. She worked for
many years on Pediatric Medical Unit at the IWK until her health no
longer allowed. She loved nursing and cared deeply for her
patients, earning the highest respect of her
colleagues.
Sheila had a zest for life and in her healthier years was
always up for any adventure, however spontaneous! She loved
everyone she met and had a large circle of friends, many whom she
considered family. Her happiest moments were when she was
surrounded by those she loved. She gave freely and loved
deeply, her heart bigger than life itself.
Special thanks to her Aunt Theresa for being a pillar of
strength and support for Sheila and her girls and also to the staff of
6.1 for their compassionate care in her final days.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a Celebration of Life will be
held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the
Pediatric Medical Unit of the IWK Health Centre.
Funeral arrangements are under the dignified and
compassionate care of G.W. Giffin Funeral Home Ltd., Country
Harbour. Online condolences may be made at
www.gwgiffin.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Sheila Ann Richard-Gagnon 19692020..
Death notice for the town of: Sherbrooke, Province: Nova Scotia
My most sincere condolences to Sheila’s family. I worked with Sheila for her entire career on PMU. She was both sweet and mischievous and we always had lots of laughs together. She made a positive impact on the lives of the children and families she cared for. She will be dearly missed but always fondly remembered.
So sorry to hear of your families loss. I worked with Sheila on PMU and we shared many laughs together. She had a kind heart and was always willing to help anyone out. She will be missed
So very sorry to hear of your family’s loss. I worked with Sheila for many years at the IWK and remember her as a kind, generous individual. She loved her family and even after struggling with her health, was determined to continue the career she loved in Pediatric Nursing. Thinking of you all at this time.
To the family and friends of Sheila Gagnon, Justin and I want to send our heartfelt condolences at this time of sorrow. Sheila was a great person. While Justin, Sandra and I lived on Melrose, we would see her quite often visiting Debbie Godbout or taking part in many birthday or social gatherings. She always had a smile and great sense of humour!
Sheila’s time with us was too short, as with Sandra. They’re probably having a good laugh together. Our thoughts and prayers are with our dear friend Sheila. May she rest peacefully.
Pat & Justin LeBlanc