Major H. Winfield Funeral Home | Steelton, PA

Obituary For Sheila R. Vance

SHEILA R. VANCE, 57, transitioned peacefully on Sunday, May 30, 2022 at her home in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She was born in Harrisburg, the daughter of the late Eugene Vance, Jr. and the late Lucille Washington Roy. Sheila received her formal education in the Harrisburg School District and was a graduate of Harrisburg High School. During her working career, she began working for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and for the past 18 years was an employee of the Department of Corrections. Sheila was known for being the life of the party. If she was around, it was sure to be laughter to follow. Sheila was the glue that kept the family together; she was known to be the one to introduce family members to each other. In her leisure, she enjoyed shopping specifically at Boscov’s, even more specifically for curtains. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Sheila was a very avid HGTV watcher and was constantly looking for things to decorate her home. If she was not shopping, she was spending time with her grandson, Truth, who she adored so much. In addition to her parents, her stepfather, Clarence Roy; her ex-husband, Dane Prunty; her sister, Helen “Sundee” Ojea; her favorite uncle, Paul Vance and her best friend, Regina Britton preceded her in transitioning into eteranl life. Sheila leaves to cherish her life and legacy, her daughter, Lexus Prunty and her son, Au’man Waters, both of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; her nieces, RaLisa (Shawn) Smith and Kia Enos, both of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; her nephew, Akieto (Claribel) Ojea of Reading, Pennsylvania; her life and legacy will also be honored and cherished by her grandson, Truth Jackson, her closest friend, Eric Hunter of North Carolina and host of other family members and friends. Sheila’s life will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 7 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Major H. Winfield Funeral Home, Steelton with a Viewing and Visitation from 10:00 until 11:00 AM. Live Streaming of the service will be available on Major H. Winfield Funeral Home’s YouTube page. COVID-19 Guidelines will be observed with face masks for all attendees. www.majorhwinfieldfuneralhome.com

Guest Book

Rest in Heavenly Peace Sheila, Rest in Heavenly Peace.

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My condolences to Sheila's children, family and friends. Keeping everyone in my prayers. May God comfort each and everyone of you during your time of bereavement. Rest In Heavenly Peace Cousin Sheila. Submitted by the McKinney and Stroble Family

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Rest In Heavenly Peace Cousin Sheila

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Sheila was a wonderful person to work with. She always had a smile on her face and will be missed. The Chapel Staff at Camp Hill

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Talking with Sheila always lifted my heart by knowing no matter how long it had been or the distance between us we remaind close and were able to laugh together. I will miss hearing your thoughts and plans and funny stories. Love you forever Sheil. Till we meet again.

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SCI-Camp Hill will never be the same. Sheila was loved and will be missed by many. Those who knew her will not say goodbye, but until we meet again. Today, tomorrow, and forever we will remember a wonderful mother, sister, friend and her family is in our prayers - Towanda Stallings

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My thoughts and prayers goes out to the family, Sheila you always had us laughing and was always a fun person to be around, I had the pleasure of working with you and knowing you. May you rest in Heavenly peace. Toni

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Words cannot express how much your friendship meant to me. You are my dearest friend and I know you will still always be with me. Thoughts and prayers go out to Lexus, Au'Man, to her precious Truth, and Eric. Fly high my Turtle Dove! Maria Bucher

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With our deepest sympathy, from the Washington Family Connection

- Freda Howerton

Rest In Heavenly Peace Sheila Condolences to your children and family

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Rest In Heavenly Peace Sheila Condolences to your children and family

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To the family of Shiela I was blessed to work at the same place as her and she always was smiling and making me laugh. Words can't express the feeling we all feel right now. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. May she rest in peace and Heaven has gained an Angel. M. Andrews

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To the family of Sheila, My condolences to you, I have known Sheila since high school and we had some good times together. She was such a sweet person I would see her every morning at the Prison and her smile would brighten my day. Sleep in peace my friend God is able. Elder Michelle Smith-Jackson Ph.d

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My love & deepest sympathy to the family of Sheila P., as I would call her.May the pain you feel be nothing compared to the precious memories of Sheila. She was a loving person & she was real. Missing you Sheila Ms Poole

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SINCERE CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS, SRI BURGER

- Sri W Burger

My best friend has gone home to be with the lord. I will truly miss her, she has really been a blessing to me throughout my life. We have shared plenty laughing moments and memories together. I want to offer my deepest condolences to the family.

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Words cannot express the lost we are feeling. We loved you so much, but god our father has spoken. You brought joy to all who came in contact with you. Rest easy my sister, rest easy. Love, Brian and Shell Evans

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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