“Precious jewel, you glowed, you shone, reflecting all the good things in the world.” Maya Angelou
Wife, mom and grandmother, Sheila Munsamy, passed away peacefully at her residence on Monday, 15 February 2021 surrounded by her family.
She was born on 3 February 1953 in Merebank, a beautiful daughter of Rosy and the late Chockalingam Pillay and a wonderful sister to her siblings.
To Deva Munsamy, she was a loving wife of 51 years. She was a devoted mother to Trevor, Lynette and Michelle. A gracious mother-in-law to Clayton, Strini and Janet and a tender grandma to Mickayla, Nadia, Nikita, Darian, Yelando, Kristen and Bokang. She was a wonderful aunt and friend to many.
She briefly worked in the shoemaking industry but spent most of her time raising her children, looking after her grandchildren and whoever needed extra love. She was a word search enthusiast, brilliant self-taught cook and devout Christian. Activities like making home essentials, gardening, pickle making and watching the occasional Indian soapies were among her favourite pass time hobbies. She was a long standing member of Thrive Church where she served faithfully, loved her life group and was overjoyed whenever she gave little children sweets from her handbag.
She was a strong, determined and gentle woman. Above all she was a fighter. Through all the hospital visits and check-ups, she really clung to Christ and trusted in him. She will truly be missed and forever loved.
