Sheelah C. (Cranmer) Shea, of Billerica passed away peacefully Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the age of 77.
Born on July 31, 1944, in Rockford, IL, she was the daughter of the late William & Elizabeth (Funk) Cranmer. A long-time resident of Billerica, MA, she previously lived in Watertown, MA, Phoenix, AZ and Rockford, IL.
Sheelah shared a 41-year blissful romance of deep abiding love with her husband Herb, her true love and best friend. They were often found hand-in-hand, dancing at family gatherings and shared daily meals together. Sheelah was a registered nurse who dedicated her life to serving others. She was an avid reader who would visit the library regularly. She sang beautiful harmonies and played the flute throughout her life.
Sheelah is survived by her children Sean and his wife, Tess of Gilbert, Arizona, Jennifer Dufresne of Flagstaff, Arizona, Ethan Eddy and his wife Jonalyn of Temple Hills, Maryland, son Herb Shea and his wife Renee of Chelmsford, MAand daughter Dawn Shea of Sunset Beach, NC as well as 15 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She was a sister to her brothers Allan, Michael, Jeep and sisters Lael, Colleen, Stephanie, and Penny.
Family and friends are invited to honor and remember Sheelah at 11:00 a.m. at St. Theresa’s Church, 466 Boston Rd., Billerica, MA, Saturday, July 9, 2022.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Sheelah to the Alzheimer's Association.