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This memorial website was created in memory of our beloved Sheila.

She was, indeed "the charming gardener who made our souls blossom." She was boundless and magical... that lovingly enchanting combination of fun, mischief, adventure, enlightenment, power and wonder, and we miss her beyond words.

We'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for the beautiful outpouring of love, support and kindness since Sheila's passing.

We will be taking her to her final rest on September 21, 2013, off the shore of her beloved Belmar, New Jersey. In the mean time, we thought we'd share this website that's been set up to memorialize her through stories, photos, and messages. Please feel free to add to it in any way you'd like, or just enjoy the tribute.

Thank you!

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W Johnson
July 16, 2014
July 16, 2014
Dr. MJ was a generous scholar, a nurturing educator and an amazing role model. She saw my potential and strongly advised that I should pursue a doctoral degree. Thank you Dr. MJ for believing in me, calling me Dr. Johnson (you said it was just a matter a time until everyone would call me Dr. J). Thank you for going beyond the text books and journal articles but challenging us and teaching us to trust our intuitive knowledge. Thank you Dr. MJ for being an inspiration. I miss you.
Donna Mayers
February 5, 2014
February 5, 2014
I have pictures of you all over the place... your beautiful smile reminding me how very much l love and miss you! Memories of our incredibly wondrous childhood fun together and our amazing adult experiences of sharing, supporting and giving are with me every day! I am grateful beyond words that you were my sister, and I miss you more than I can say!
dara johnson
February 2, 2014
February 2, 2014
I can't believe it has been a year. I hope you know how much you are loved and how much you are missed every day and always.
stacie brooks
February 1, 2014
February 1, 2014
In Memory of Sheila's anniversary....We think of you all the time, remember the gifts of love you left us, & hope you know how much you are loved. (2014)

Those we Love remain with us,
for Love itself lives on.
Cherished memories never fade,
because a loved one is gone.
Those we Love can never be,
more than a thought apart.
For as long as there is a memory,
they’ll live on in our heart.
~Author Unknown
Donna Mayers
November 11, 2013
November 11, 2013
Happy Birthday, Sweet Sister
I think about you every day, and love to see your lovely face smiling out at me from every room of my house. Know that we all love and miss you, and that your loving sweetness will be with us always!
Donna Mayers
September 23, 2013
September 23, 2013
Excerpt from Farewell Poem...
Sail on Sweet Sister, Sail on…
But stay with us, stay with us always
In all the sweet remembrances you leave behind
And most of all… most of all…
Within the depths of our loving hearts!
Sept. 21, 2013
Donna Mayers
September 23, 2013
September 23, 2013
Our burial at sea: The sky was dark, as the ashes were dispersed, then a few rain drops fell; right after that, the sun shone through the darkened sky. It was Sheila shedding a few tears, then smiling down in love and joy!
stacie brooks
September 21, 2013
September 21, 2013
Sheila was Grandma to my daughter's children Alex & Julianna. She was so helpful to Robin. Although she lived far away, that didn't stop her. When Sheila visited it was presents, fun, driving to, picking up, activity, 1 to 1 love & affection. So Grandma Sheila, even though your light went out too soon, we will keep your memory alive for our grandchildren. :)
Nicole Butts
September 16, 2013
September 16, 2013
Whenever I think of Sheila I smile. There are simply not enough words to describe her spirit or the way she made you feel when you were around her. She will always live in my heart as the most fearless women I have ever known. And I will always remember her wonderful sense of humor and her genuine and heartfelt laughter.
Evie Eysenburg
September 14, 2013
September 14, 2013
I remember Sheila for her brilliant mind and her dazzling smile. She was a born teacher and a true scholar.

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W Johnson
July 16, 2014
July 16, 2014
Dr. MJ was a generous scholar, a nurturing educator and an amazing role model. She saw my potential and strongly advised that I should pursue a doctoral degree. Thank you Dr. MJ for believing in me, calling me Dr. Johnson (you said it was just a matter a time until everyone would call me Dr. J). Thank you for going beyond the text books and journal articles but challenging us and teaching us to trust our intuitive knowledge. Thank you Dr. MJ for being an inspiration. I miss you.
Donna Mayers
February 5, 2014
February 5, 2014
I have pictures of you all over the place... your beautiful smile reminding me how very much l love and miss you! Memories of our incredibly wondrous childhood fun together and our amazing adult experiences of sharing, supporting and giving are with me every day! I am grateful beyond words that you were my sister, and I miss you more than I can say!
dara johnson
February 2, 2014
February 2, 2014
I can't believe it has been a year. I hope you know how much you are loved and how much you are missed every day and always.
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Happy Birthday, Sweet Sister!

November 11, 2013
by Donna Mayers
Thanks For The Memory - rod stewart

I think about you every day, and love to see your lovely face smiling out at me from every room of my house. I'm taken to wonderful family reminiscences, great old stories and all the amazing ways you gave so much of yourself to all of us.

Know that we all love and miss you, and that your loving sweetness will be with us always!

Love,

Donna

Sail on Sweet Sister

September 23, 2013
by Donna Mayers

Sail on, sweet sister, sail on

Glide in eternal ease and lasting peace

In the clear and tranquil waters

Of that magnificent sea that you love so well

 

Take along our devoted and beloved parents

And visit the blissfully embracing homelands

Become one with the alluring treasures of the deep

Travel the beckoning coastlines

Hug the genial shores

Of every captivating continent

Of every river, inlet and gulf

 

Swim with the joy and abandon that we so did as children

And with the wisdom and perception that you earned as a woman

Take in the wonder of the world you understood with such profundity

And whose beauty you took in with such awe

 

Ebb and flow with the gently lapping waves

Ride the roaring, tunneling surfs

Find those glorious dolphins, sea urchins and starfish

Weave among the delicate sea grasses and the brilliant sun coral

Discover the secrets

Become one with them

 

Gaze at the sky

Take in its brilliance and light

Gaze out at us

And remember

That we remember

You

With much and enduring love

 

Sail on sweet sister, sail on…

But stay with us, stay with us always

In all the sweet remembrances you leave behind

And most of all… most of all…

Within the depths of our loving hearts!

-Donna Mayers

 Saturday, September 21, 2013

 

 

A Well Remembered Friend

September 17, 2013
by stacie brooks


Sheila became part of our family in 2006.
 From the start, her joyful spirit and giant smile made us feel that she welcomed us into her life. We certainly loved her right away. Sheila & I shared e mails where we talked like old friends. We spent some special days together... I remember one she especially enjoyed was Superbowl  Free Sunday. We women got together for a "girl's movie" and turkey dinner. Sheila contributed her Mom's special rice dish; delicious, and gone by the end of the meal!  We shared:  daughters (Dara & Robin), a son Chris(my son-in law), grandchildren (Alex & Julianna), conversation, secrets, ideals, teaching (mine young, hers young adults) and a connection. It was my privilege to know this dear lady and I DO miss her.

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