April 7, 1960 — August 14, 2021

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Sheila Marie Nystoruk.  On Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the age of 61 years, Sheila passed with her family by her side at Vancouver General Hospital.

Sheila was born in Kamloops on April 7, 1960 to Jack and Vickie McGregor.  In the years that followed, Sheila and her family lived in several communities before settling in Armstrong, BC, where she graduated high school with her close friends.  Sheila continued her education at Okanagan College and UVIC where she accomplished her dream of becoming a teacher.   Sheila’s first teaching job was in the remote community of Nazko, BC.

While attending a wedding in Kamloops, Sheila met the love of her life, Brian. They were married in 1985 and after living a short time at Paul Lake they moved to Revelstoke where they welcomed their first son, Tyler. A short time later, they moved to Golden where Brian continued working for CPR and Sheila resumed her teaching career.   Within a short time of living in Golden, Sheila and Brian welcomed son Travis followed three years later by their youngest son, Michael.   In 2007, Brian and Sheila finally decided to return to their home town of Kamloops, BC.

Family was the centre of Sheila’s world and nothing gave her more joy than to spend time with her husband, children, siblings, cousins, and most especially her beautiful grandchildren who lit up her life in recent years.

Sheila was an exceptional teacher who truly understood that the key to being a fantastic teacher was in the connections she formed with each and every student.  While she taught at all levels in elementary, she really found her passion as a kindergarten teacher.  Sheila was a valued member of school staffs as she had a cooperative and caring nature that spread throughout her school.  She will be fondly remembered by students, parents, and colleagues for years to come.

Sheila created a special bond with most everyone she met. She was well known for many things, but her kindness and hugs were amongst the top.  Sheila was always eager to share her talents and love for arts and crafts as she chose the perfect project for friends, relatives and grandchildren alike.  She shared her love of reading as she bought up children’s books for youngsters and novels for herself.  One of her favourite pastimes was to float in her pool with a novel in hand.   Anyone who ever had the pleasure of going on a road trip with Sheila also soon understood her passion for music as well, and her music trivia knowledge was second to none. Sheila created a home filled with numerous paintings, quilts, projects and so much love.

Sheila is lovingly remembered and deeply missed by her husband Brian of 36 years, their 3 children; Tyler (Katryna), Travis (Asia), Michael; grandchildren Lilliah, Jace, Kaleigh, and soon arriving and already much loved Landen; her brother Pat McGregor (Nancy) of Armstrong, sister Brenda Fowler (Gene) of Armstrong, and brother Gary McGregor (Yvonne) of Armstrong.  She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.

Sheila is predeceased by her parents Victoria McGregor (2015) and Jack McGregor (2018) and an infant sister Patricia (1959).

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Brian and the family would like to extend sincere, heartfelt thanks to all who have shown their support. Please honour Sheila’s memory by spreading kindness and remembering that in a world where you can be anything, be kind.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to support Literacy in Kamloops (LinK) including the Bright Red Book Bus, Mother Goose & one-to-one tutoring.  To donate, select the Raise a Reader (RAR) – Kamloops Fund at the Decoda Literacy Foundation https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/42475.

Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com.

• Date : 2021-08-14
• Location : Kamloops