Sheila Rae Swanson, aged 61 of Wyoming, was unexpectedly called to her heavenly home on Sunday, March 6, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Metha Rae and Jerry Aldrich and step-dad, Jack Church. She is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Christopher; son, Todd Norman Swanson; daughters, Chrystal Rae Swanson, Stacey Kae Swanson (fiance, Michael Melville); grandson, Jax Michael Melville; sister, Sheryl Aldrich; step-brother, Danny Church; many nieces and nephews; and special cousin, Kimmy Sabin. Sheila was a loving, kind, caring person who had a smile for everyone. She especially loved her family and new grandson. She was a Facebook “junkie” and loved to spend time communicating with family and friends. Vacations to Interlochen allowed her time to recharge and connect with family. Funeral services for Sheila will be held on Thursday at 11:00 am at North Kent Bible Church, 7210 Courtland Drive NE, Rockford with Pastor Michael Cisler officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming on Wednesday from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope Network or Lincoln School.

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March 11, 2016 7:52am
On behalf of the Ward-Terpening family, our prayers and thoughts are with Sheila's family.

- Debbie (Seeley) Waterson

March 08, 2016 5:35am
Sheila...u cant describe in this small space...a living Saint, unselfish,loving,caring, and always with a smile...if u had a problem she would help to solve it..Heaven has a special Angel up there..rest in peace♡

- noele smith

March 07, 2016 5:23pm
As my cousins cousin, Shelia and I had many encounters over many years. I am saddened by your loss and want you all to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

- Tami Christie

March 07, 2016 4:18pm
My condolences to Chris and family. I have fond memories of Sheila. At family get togethers as kids and adults. Her humor and laughter is what I think of. My heart aches and I am missing you already, CUZ. My love of you, always.......TOMMY

- THOMAS and CHERIE CARTER

March 07, 2016 2:09pm
Shelia had been my friend since Jr. High, we graduated togather. We ran around togather in our younger days. She was always a positive force always there to support her friends especially her family. The love of her life was her husband Chris and her children. I am honored to call her my closest friend who knew me the most. You are with God , rest well.

- Deborah Clay Herbst

March 07, 2016 11:01am
Chris and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Shelia was a beautiful person inside and out and we will all miss her dearly! Love and hugs to you all! Jim and Deb

- Jim and Deb Swanson




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