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Sheila Buckingham, nee Eburn, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2023, three months after joyfully celebrating her 100th birthday with family and friends. She was the beloved wife of the late Norman Buckingham, caring mother to Richard (Emily) and Mary (Robert Loree), and cherished grandmother to nine grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Sheila was instrumental in maintaining family bonds between her four siblings, Mary, Virginia, Alfred and Bernard.
Sheila immigrated to Canada from Birmingham, England to Quill Lake SK when she was four. The family moved to Winnipeg MB a few years later. Sheila, Norm and their children moved throughout western Canada, before settling in Burlington. She and Norm lived in both New York City and Chicago for several years prior to Norm’s retirement.
Sheila was an avid life-long learner. Formal education included secretarial skills at Business School, yoga instructor certification, car maintenance for women, and computer technology classes. Her impressive sewing, knitting, baking and family cooking skills, which were learned more informally, were a source of joy for her and those around her.
Sheila led an active life physically, socially and spiritually. She loved walking great distances as well as curling, bowling, gardening, cross-country skiing, square dancing and biking. She also had a passion for playing and hosting bridge. Sheila and Norm were involved members of Wellington Square United Church, where she continued to worship, pray, and actively contribute for many years.
Sheila’s legacy of unwavering strength, strong-will, sense of humour, and generosity will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.
A service for friends and family will be held at Wellington Square United Church at a later date. Details will be posted on the Smith’s Funeral Home website. If desired, memorial contributions to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Thursday December 28th 2023
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death notice Sheila Buckingham nee Eburn Thursday December 28th 2023
obituaries notice Sheila Buckingham nee Eburn Thursday December 28th 2023
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