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Sheila Keim Obituary

Sheila G. "Nana" KeimSheila G. "Nana" Keim, age 68, of Missouri City, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on July 19, 2014 at Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine, FL. A native of Toronto, Canada, she was born to John & Josephine Girvan. Sheila grew up in Canada, Argentina and Pennsylvania, and spent much of her adult life in Tolland, Connecticut. She lived on Hilton Head Island for 10 years and was a resident of Missouri City, Texas for the past 4 years. A devoted wife and homemaker, and a loving mother and grandmother, she was also very active in her community. Sheila had a lifelong habit of putting everybody else first. She loved cooking and entertaining for family and friends and had a wonderful gift of hospitality that made everyone around her feel welcomed and valued. She especially enjoyed hosting parties during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Sheila also had a big heart for everyone and was constantly helping others, in matters big or small. Her involvement in her community included serving with the Junior Women's Club, helping with youth athletics and starting a long running Gourmet Group of 35 years with her best friends. She most enjoyed spending time taking trips with her family and friends, and she loved her dogs. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Bill Keim of Missouri City, TX, a daughter, Kristin McHugh (Robert) of Missouri City, sons: Jonathan Keim (Angela) of St. Augustine Beach, FL, and Jeffrey Keim (Heather ) of Newburyport, MA, and grandchildren: Elyssa McHugh, Emily McHugh, Trevor Keim and Addison Keim. A celebration of Sheila's life and graveside services will be held on Hilton Head Island at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sheila's memory can be made to: Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis, 10866 W. Washington Blvd. #343, Culver City, California 90232. St. Johns Family Funeral Home in St. Augustine is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 23 to Aug. 23, 2014.

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Elaine Yerty

July 25, 2022

Reflecting on those happy times back in Connecticut back in the early 70s. May family and freiendsremember their happy times with Sheila.

Betty Duffy

July 17, 2021

Sheila, we all miss your bright smile and terrific personality. Thanks for your friendship, advice, and just being there for all of your friends. Miss you

Elaine Yerty

August 10, 2020

For some reason I was driven to look up Sheila & Bill today and came upon upon Sheila's obituary. So sad to learn of her passing. It has been a very long time since our last contact in the mid 70's when Art and I moved to Florida after he left Arthur Anderson. We moved to Texas in 1991 from Illinois. Art passed away the beginning of 2014. If you read this Bill, would love to make contact.

August 11, 2014

My condolences. Rely on God through this time for he is not far from you.
Acts 17:27

Susan McCall Emmons

July 25, 2014

Bill and Family,
We were saddened and shocked at Sheila's untimely passing. Adam and I have fond memories of the time we spent at your home in Tolland, CT many years ago. She was a great and gracious lady and the consummate hostess. You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers.

July 25, 2014

My mom and I are sorry for the loss of are friend Sheila
Dottie and Holly Spengler from Catasauqua pa

Eileen Bates

July 25, 2014

Bill and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sheila was a lovely person. I always enjoyed our trips together and our wonderful Gourmet Dinners. She will be greatly missed.

Joe D'heron

July 24, 2014

Bill and Family, Suzanne and I are so very sorry for your loss. Sheila was truly a wonderful person. We'll never forget her and our many dinners especially the one dinner at our house right before you left town.

Connie Krum

July 24, 2014

I was so saddened to hear about your loss. Sheila and her mother lived across the street from our family in Bethlehem, PA. They were exceedingly kind to my sister, Holly, who had learning disabilities and did not have many friends. Mrs. Girvan and Sheila always welcomed her into their home. Holly was very sad to hear that Sheila died, they had connected on Facebook and Holly always looked forward to Sheila's posts. I am very grateful to have known Sheila. Certainly a life take too soon.

July 24, 2014

May your fond memories of your loved one comfort you and your family in the days to come. We will keep you in our prayers.
Melvin and Frances Plummer

David Grimes

July 24, 2014

We are so sad to hear this news. She will be dearly missed.

Debbie McHugh

July 24, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Sending my thoughts and prayers.

Ann Marie Raymond

July 24, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

The Moffett Family

July 24, 2014

We are so sorry for you loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.

Kay Grooms

July 23, 2014

Bill. I am so sorry for your loss. Sheila was always so sweet to me and I will miss her. My prayers are with you ann
D your family.

Betty Duffy

July 23, 2014

We are terribly sadden by your loss. We will miss her love of life and her devotion to her children an grand children. Betty and John Duffy

Ted Marcisz

July 23, 2014

We are deeply moved and saddened by your loss. Sheila will be remembered as a friend who shared her happiness ,enjoyed life and cherished her family. We will miss her dearly.
Mimi and Ted

The Skotak Family

July 23, 2014

We are deeply sorry for your loss and our hearts go out to you. We will miss Sheila very much.

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