Sheila Ann Kipling

February 20, 1957 - December 28, 2015

Obituary

Sheila Ann Kipling (Vanous) died December 28th 2015 in Federal Way.

She was born February 20th 1957 in Bismarck, N.D. to Emil and Alice Vanous. She enjoyed camping, music, softball and spending time with family and friends. Sheila was an electrician by trade and beloved sister, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her son Brent and daughter Whitney, granddaughters Moira and Jocelyn, Also her two sisters Sharon and Shelley and her brother Doug.

                Sheila will be remembered as a strong, independent woman who wasn’t afraid to speak what was on her mind. She was a protector by nature and would do anything to help the ones she loved. We gather to celebrate her life on January 15th 2016 at Bonney-Watson Funeral Home in Federal Way, WA. Memorial services will begin at 11am followed by a celebration service from 12pm to 3pm. Please feel free to join us while we celebrate her life.

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Debra Vanous
Debra Vanous
4 years ago

I will miss you dear sister-in-law. May you rest in peace.

Jeff Markley
Jeff Markley
4 years ago

Arlet Vanous Grinnell
Arlet Vanous Grinnell
4 years ago

sorry for your loss

ardes page
ardes page
4 years ago

so sorry for another loss in your family ,but we are from a very large family and we all feel your pain during this time

Karalu Bradley
Karalu Bradley
4 years ago

We are so sorry for all the loss you have all been through this past year. I love that your parents named all you girls with S names. That makes me smile. Love, The Bradley Family

Ethan & Sara McDonald
Ethan & Sara McDonald
4 years ago

My heart breaks for the loss of Sheila. Love and prayers to Brent & Whitney.

Mike & Jo Vaughn
Mike & Jo Vaughn
4 years ago

So very sorry that you lost your sister, Doug, Sharon & Shelley. I can’t even imagine how it must feel. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Tracey Weller Myrrell
Tracey Weller Myrrell
4 years ago

Sheila we went to school together. I remember your smiling face and your sassy attitude. You added a lot to the whole school experience. You will be missed!

Sharon & Perry Vanous
Sharon & Perry Vanous
4 years ago

Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family as you once again go through a painful time. We can’t imagine what this is like for you but, knowing she is no longer hurting is a blessing and God’s grace will be with you.

Renea Dockter
Renea Dockter
4 years ago

Don’t even have the words to express our condolences to your family as you go through losing your sister as well as both of your parents in such a short period of time. Know that Fern and family have you in our prayers. Hugs to your family.

Bert Faille
Bert Faille
4 years ago

There is not enough words to say how so sorry I am for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Been a rough year. We have to remember all our good memories. I love you guys.

Lynn Coonfield-Ballard
Lynn Coonfield-Ballard
4 years ago

So sincerley saddened by your family’s loss.

Sheila,

Growing up in the same neighborhood we were never close but I hope that all life’s turns took you to where you wanted to go. Rest in peace until we meet again!

Penny Flynn-Mutal
Penny Flynn-Mutal
4 years ago

So sadden by the news of Sheila passing.

Your family an you will be in my prayers,during this difficult time.

RIP Sheila

Wendy Hanson
Wendy Hanson
4 years ago

So very sorry Deb and Doug. I know how much she was loved. She will surely be missed. Love you all and pray the Lord will comfort all of you and the family!

Ksren McDonald
Ksren McDonald
4 years ago

So sad for the loss of Sheila. Sending love and hugs to Brent and Robin and their girls, and to Whitney.

Deborah Kilgore
Deborah Kilgore
4 years ago

Sincere condolences to the family. I know that Sheila will missed by many. Love and Blessings!

Dana Wright McKinley
Dana Wright McKinley
4 years ago

So very sorry to hear about Sheila. My thoughts and prayers for all of your family. Sheila and I grew up in the same neighborhood and we were close friends for quite a few years. Unfortunately, we lost touch a long time ago.

CONI PIERCE
CONI PIERCE
4 years ago

sHEILA WAS A VERY GOOD FRIEND OF MINE FOR YEARS. i LOST TOUCH WITH HER ABOUT A YEAR AGO. SHE WILL BE MISSED