Obituary of Sheila Bilmes

Bilmes, Sheila (nee: Wener) - Passed away peacefully at the Brantford General Hospital on Saturday, May 2nd, 2020 in her 76th year. Beloved wife of the late Frank Bilmes (2011). Loving mother of Mark and his wife Mollynda Lichter, Sheldon and his wife Heidi, Kevin, Michael and his wife Kate, Alana and her husband Jerry Russwurm. Caring grandmother of Brayden, Adam, Abby, Madison and Madden. Also survived by her sister Ethel and her brother in law Leslie Notkin. A private family graveside service will be held at the Beth-David Cemetery, Brantford. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the BECKETT-GLAVES FAMILY FUNERAL CENTRE, 88 Brant Avenue, Brantford, 519-752-4331. Donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated. A tree will be planted in memory of Sheila in the Beckett-Glaves Memorial Forest. This poem is dedicated to my mom, a woman of courage who, in the face of much adversity, maintained her dignity up until the end. My Beautiful Mom You taught me resiliency, You faced it yourself. With dignity, you faced life, You didn't give in to the challenges, Up until the end. You fought for independence. I know it became too much, I know you suffered a great deal, But, You still fought. It appeared hopeless in your eyes And You expressed this hopelessness, Asking often, Why me? I wish I knew. Life, you said, was unfair, But, This is the life I have been given. You gave me life, Yet, I could do nothing, To ease your suffering. I hope it is now eased. I can see you walking tall, Walking straight, You smile as I look up to you. My mom, My beautiful mom. I will always remember you and live my life in your honour.