Sheila M. Caldwell (Nicholas) of Malden formerly of Cambridge passed away on October 26, 2026. She was 80 years old. Sheila was the cherished daughter of the late Rudolph and Geneva (Jones) Nicholas.
Prior to her retirement, Sheila was employed by Harvard University for over 20 years, working as an Administrative Assistant in the Mental Health Services Department. She enjoyed her role at Harvard, and took pride in helping students and staff. She was well respected by her colleagues at the University.
Sheila was a kind-hearted person who valued simplicity. Sheila enjoyed spending quiet moments with friends or family. She especially loved time spent one on one with her dear granddaughter Aliyah. She also always had fun watching her particular “TV shows” which included soaps, HGTV, “Say Yes to the Dress,” “Bridezillas,” and Sunday football. She will always be remembered as a kind and good person.
Sheila was the devoted mother of Herbert Caldwell Jr. of Malden and the late Jeanine Caldwell. She was the adored grandmother of Aliyah Caldwell of Somerville. Shelia was also survived by many loving cousins and friends.
Relatives and friends may visit with the family on Friday, November 6, from 10AM-12PM, at the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., Medford, MA, followed by a Graveside Service in Mt. Auburn Cemetery, 580 Mt. Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA at 1PM.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory can be made to the American Cancer Society PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD. 21741.