In the quiet town of Lebanon, Illinois, the community mourns the loss of a cherished resident, Sheila M. Eschenfelder, whose life journey ended on March 25, 2024. Sheila’s passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew her, reflecting on a life well-lived, marked by dedication, love, and a spirit of generosity.
Sheila Eschenfelder Obituary
Shelia M. Eschenfelder (nee Phipps), 92, died quietly on March 25, 2024. Sheila was born in Beckley, West Virginia, on August 10, 1931. Her early years gave her a strong commitment to her community, a love of nature, and unshakable support for her family and friends.
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Sheila Eschenfelder’s Lasting Legacy
Sheila made many important services to her community. She was a longtime member of both the Narrow Road Riders Motorcycle Club and the First Baptist Church of Fairview Heights. She embodied the spirit of community and active participation. She loved going to craft fairs, flea markets, and just feeding the animals near her house for fun. This showed that she valued all of life’s different events.
As a career, Sheila worked hard as a medical assistant, taking care of and helping the doctors and patients at a Belleville medical group. As well as her work and volunteer work, Sheila loved her collection of toy animals, especially bears and bunnies. Each one held a special memory or story for her.
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A Family’s Heartfelt Farewell
Raymond and Belva Phipps, her daughter Beverly Staudt, grandson Mark Staudt, great-grandson Jaxon Miller, sister Loretta Garon, and brothers Arlen and Lowell Phipps have all died. Sheila’s legacy lives on through her husband, Bernard Eschenfelder; her son, Keith (Karen) Eilers; her stepdaughter, Brenda Eschenfelder; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and her many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Sheila Eschenfelder Funeral Report
Sheila’s life will be honored and remembered by the community at Schildknecht Funeral Home on Monday, April 8, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
A memorial service for Sheila’s life will be held at the same place and time on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Don Long will lead the service. At Walnut Hill Cemetery in Belleville, IL, Sheila will be put to rest. She will always be remembered by the people she touched.
Conclusion
As we bid farewell to Sheila M. Eschenfelder, let us take a moment to reflect on the beauty of life and the impact one individual can have on so many. In remembering Sheila, we are reminded to cherish our loved ones, embrace the joy of life’s simple pleasures, and contribute positively to our communities.
Share your memories and condolences online, extend support to Sheila’s family during this time, and keep her spirit alive through acts of kindness and love in your own lives.
