Sheila Diane King
August 26, 1962 to January 26, 2024
Obituary
Sheila King passed away suddenly at her home in Mount Pearl on Friday, January 26. She was predeceased by her parents Austin and Alice King.
In October of 2022, she married the love of her life, Spencer Allen. Her family is happy that they met and shared 12 happy years together.
Her two sisters, Margaret Stares (Perry) and Carol King (Bijan Payandeh), will treasure many happy family memories, as will the members of her entire family.
She had two sons, Luke and Joshua Sinclair. Luke’s daughter Ava was the center of her world.
Sheila was many things to many people and she was a loyal friend to countless people who will miss her, her unusual sense of humour and her unique personality.
Sheila was an expert at many things. She had been a longtime employee of CRA with an impressive career path. She was an incredibly talented and knowledgeable gardener. Show her a photo of a plant and she would tell you the common name of that plant, the Latin name and exactly what kind of care it required. Her vivid imagination was fueled by a love of books and she usually spent her time engrossed in a book, when at home and not baking a delicious treat. She was also a champion of the underdogs in life. As reflected in her eclectic and large group of friends, she was drawn to people who needed a friend, a little guidance in life, or the unwavering support of someone who genuinely cared about them.
She was loved and will be missed by many. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of those who knew her.
Cremation has taken place and a celebration of her life will be held at a later date. In her memory, donations can be made to the St. John’s SPCA.
I’m still not sure how to deal with mom’s passing, as my relationship with her had as many questions as answers.
One thing I am sure of is I loved her and I have plenty of mixed memories of her.
I am appreciative of those who presented love and support. Till we meet again.
To the King family. Very sorry to hear of the loss of your sister, mother, spouse and grandmother. I didn’t know Sheila but she sounded like a lovely, caring and interesting person. My thoughts are with you.
Barb (the late Angus) King.
So sorry to hear about Shelia passing!
Condolences to the family..
If I signed this with my real name she would be insulted. She always jokingly called me Arbuckle and I called her Shannia. Hard to believe she is gone, the world was much bright for her in it and now is a little darker.. You will be missed my dear.
Dear Spencer, so sorry to hear that you lost the love of your life. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Best regards,
Darla Tims & Family
My dear friend Carol
I am so sorry for the sudden loss of your sister.
May she rest in peace. I never met Sheila. I do remember when we got together, you chatted about her and the man she was to marry. God bless you my friend. Take the time to grieve and remember all the fond times you had with her
Love always
Carol and Jim
Xxoo
michael perry – so sprry for your loss Spencer.
Sorry for your loss, sincere condolences to you and your family
There aren’t enough words to express how sad I am you’re gone. Like Emily, Teresita, Pynn, and so many more of us who got to know you when we joined Convergys , NGA and beyond- we were lucky to have you in our lives as an amazing friend who was always down for shenanigans, good food and funny stories. Especially when Spencer was included! You are loved beyond all measures and treasured by your friends. We will have to have Tea and Tiaras in your honour. BTW- you’re right. It was a good idea at the time,
I never knew Sheila very well, I was just a friend of her niece Heather’s, but she still became known to me as Aunt Sheila. My heart goes out to her entire family at this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Sheila’s family at this time. Sheila was helpful, knowledgeable, funny and sarcastic. As everyone else, I was shocked to hear of her passing. In the short period that I’ve known her, she has left quite the impression on me. I will miss seeing her nap pop up in work chats, as well as all of her witty Facebook posts. She left quite a mark on so many lives, and she will dearly be missed.
The most amazing and genuine of people.
My deepest condolences to Sheila’s family. I had pleasure to call her both a coworker and most importantly a good friend. She will be greatly missed by all. May you fly high on Eagles wings sweet soul.
I will remember you for a very long time. Rest in peace. Never thought you would leave so early without any saying.
I was so saddened to hear the news about Sheila. We worked together at Convergys in my more formative years, and I liked her very much. I left St. John’s in 2009, but we kept in touch on Facebook ever since. Though we disagreed on some things, such as the possibility that country music might be enjoyable (she did not think so!), I admired her refusal to be anyone other than who she was; her passion for what she thought was right; and her capacity for love. I never had the pleasure of meeting Spencer but could tell from everything Sheila ever said about him that he made her very, very happy, as did her granddaughter.
I’m better for having known her. My condolences to everyone who loved her.
My deepest condolences to Josh and Luke and families
Treasure the good memories of your mom
May she rest in peace
Deepest sympathies to those who knew and loved Sheila, and for those who won’t get to now. She was a wonderful and warm person who will be missed.
I only worked with Sheila a short time, but she definitely made an impact on me, not just with my career with the CRA, but personally with her kindness, and her sense of humor. Loved all her funny Facebook post’s everyday, she was spot on. You will be missed.
My deepest sympathies.
I only knew Sheila for a short time with cra, she helped me get started in my new position at the time and never hesitated to answer any questions I had, I have her to thank for where I am now. Very sorry for the family’s loss
I was quite saddened to hear of Sheila’s passing last week. I spent quite a few months on the team at the CRA that she was the Resource Officer for. She was always there with a funny, dry, sarcastic remark and quick answer to any question you had. I spoke with her for the last time the week before she passed and she was the same as she always was, just a complete pleasure to talk with. I will miss her. My sincerest condolences to her family and friends.
Rest easy, sweet angel. You were transcendent. You will be missed.
So sorry to hear of Sheila’s passing. Work won’t be the same without her. Ive had the pleasure of knowing her for close to 20 years.
My sincerest condolences to all of Sheila’s family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with her twice: at my former workplace and my current workplace. She was an absolutely wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all that knew her.
I had the pleasure of working with Sheila for a short time…but she left a big impression. She had a way of making everyone feel seen and valued. And she always made me smile. She will be terribly missed. My condolences to all of her family and friends.
Margaret, Carol and Spencer. Sorry to hear of Sheila’s passing , may your wonderful memories of her help you through this sad time . Allan & Vera (Penney) Brockerville.
I was so saddened to hear of Sheila’s passing. I met her many, many years ago and was instantly drawn to her friendly and warm personality. My deepest condolences to her loved ones.
To Sheila’s family;
I send you all my condolences, I am shocked and saddened to hear that Sheila had passed away. I worked with Sheila for years on the same team, and for a while we car pooled to work. She really brought the good out in people, even when they are having a bad day. She has such a quirky sense of humor and you really never knew what she was going to say next. She cared for her family, she often spoke of you all fondly. She is one of those people that once you knew her, you could never forget her, she left that kind of impression on people. I feel so blessed to have had the chance to know and work with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sad to acknowledge Sheila ‘s passing. She was a great conversationalist. I’ll miss her deadly sense of humor, in person and on FB. Condolences to the family and especially my old pal Spencer .