Sheila’s Obituary Sheilah Joyce Wilkerson, 74 formerly of Roosevelt Ave, Springfield, MA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at Wingate Nursing Home, Springfield, MA. Born March 31, 1946 in Springfield, MA. Sheliah was the daughter of Ezell and Inez Dixon.
She was married 51 years to her husband Isaac Wilkerson who preceded her in death. They bore two children, Isaac Wilkerson of (Atlanta, GA) and Tonya Wilkerson (Springfield, MA). Sheilah graduated from Commerce High School.
After high school she got married and began working for the American Red Cross in Springfield, MA for several years. She was dedicated in supporting and uplifting her community. Sheilah was involved in various community outreach programs in the Springfield area where she received awards for revitalizing the North End of Springfield, MA.
Sheilah served on the Massachusetts Affirmative Action Advisory Board. She was President of Upper Hill Neighborhood Council. Sheliah was on the Ward 5 Democratic Committee and was on the Loan Committee for Springfield Neighborhood Housing Service.
Sheilah was involved with the Springfield Chapter of the NAACP Executive Board. Although Sheilah was a very busy lady in serving her community, she still found the time to become the Financial Secretary of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, in which her Father In Law Reverend Willie Wilkerson served as Head Pastor.
In her later years, Sheilah was on the Committee of the Primus Mason Community Development Corp and on the Board of Directors of Child and Family Services of Springfield. Sheilah, found her second passion in life which was politics. Over time Sheilah’s desire to be involved in politics allowed her to take on a leadership role in the Western Massachusetts Statehouse Governor office.
She worked alongside William Currier both serving under Governor Michael S Dukakis. This career change helped Sheilah to fulfill her dream of helping people and serving her community. In this role she touched the lives of many people.
She was the go to person if you needed assistance. Sheilah was a type A personality, she spoke truths and didn’t hold back her opinion but would be your best supporter in resolving any issues you may have. Sheilah enjoyed being around her grandsons.
She leaves three grandsons to mourn her loss, Isaac Devon Wilkerson, Desmond Kelly and Makhi Kelly. She also leaves a Sister Yolanda Walters and two brothers Gary and Jerome Dixon. Two god daughters Deidra J Slocumb and Ashely Richardson.
We are saddened by her passing but comforted in knowing that her passing was peaceful while in the care of the dedicated staff of Springfield Wingate Rehabilitation Center. Sheilah has taken her rightful position among the angels with her Heavenly Father and her beloved parents and family.
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