July 8, 1934 – April 11, 2021
at the age of 86 years
Early Sunday morning, April 11, 2021 Shelagh Harris, loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away after a short illness.
She was born in Bowden, Alberta on July 8, 1934, the youngest and only girl to Hazel and Albert Gilliland and sister to brothers Jim, Bob and Fred.
Having lost her father at a young age, Shelagh and her brothers were raised by their mom Hazel who worked many jobs to support her family.
Mom and Dad were entrepreneurs sharing businesses in the auto body/storage industry. Most of these ventures became family businesses working with Brad and Heather. Mom owned and operated hair salons and weight loss clinics with great success. Shelagh and Heather had a wine making and gift shop for 10 years. She loved the challenge of all these and enjoyed all the customers and friends she met.
Being able to retire at an early age, Shelagh and Jack moved to Sicamous, B.C. from Calgary in 1992. A few years later Brad and Heather and their families followed them to the Shuswap. They enjoyed summers by the lake and winters in Palm Springs, California, where they met many lifelong friends.
A very special place in her heart were granddaughters Sarah and Meghan Skeet of Calgary. Mom loved to have the girls spend time with them in the summers when they were young. We went on many trips together. One highlight was our family cruise to Alaska. She was their greatest supporter.
Mom was a special person and friend to so many. From business to morning coffee outings she touched many lives. She loved to sing songs, play golf, do crosswords and puzzles. She volunteered at the Sicamous Legion and offered a helping hand whenever one was needed.
Shelagh is predeceased by her parents (Hazel and Albert), brothers Jim and Bob Gilliland and daughter-in-law Sandy Harris. She is survived by her best friend and husband of 68 years, Jack, son Brad (Susie), daughter Heather (Ian), granddaughters Sarah and Meghan, Rosie the dog, brother Fred Gilliland and many nieces and nephews.
Thank you to the wonderful nurses from the second floor at the Shuswap Lake Hospital for their wonderful care. A special thank you also to Drs. Louw and Breugem.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Donations in Shelagh’s name can be made to the RC Legion, Branch 99, Sicamous, BC.
One of the last things Mom said to Dad was “See you on the other side”.
We will see you again Mom!
We will miss her dearly. Always had the capacity to make us laugh. Our love and prayers are with you all.
Our deepest condolences to all of you! Such a lovely lady always had a smile for everyone
There are no words…she will be missed by so many. My heart goes out to you all. Love and hugs
Shelagh was a very compassionate & caring person. I enjoyed her company at the Legion…she always made my day. I will miss her dearly. Hugs to the family.
A very nice lady who we had many good times with In Sicamous over the years,All the many many sing alongs in the Gazebo at Sicamous sands.Quite a few golf games with Shelagh and Jack.She is missed and will never be forgotten.Dave and Lynn Messenger
I was so shocked when I read this, hugs to the family ❤️
Shelagh was a wonderful lady and will be so missed. Our deepest condolences to Jack , Brad and Susie, Heather , Ian and family!
Our hearts and thoughts are with you all. There was never a dull moment when Shelagh was near. She was a kind and fun friend.
Marj and I would like to express our sincere condolences to Uncle Jack, Brad, Heather, and families. Aunt Shelagh had a warm heart, and her kindness was overlooked, and taken for granted. She left behind so many wonderful memories.
I was shocked and saddened when I heard about this.
My heart goes out to the Harris and Skeet families.
The pain of loving someone you loved so much is excruciating.
RIP Shelagh. You will be so missed
our sincere condolences. We will miss her.