Sheila Harel

Sheila Marie Harel (53) passed away on Tuesday, January 11, at 12:00 pm in a sudden and unexpected car accident in Wabasha, Minnesota.

She was born on April 1, 1968, in Eau Claire, WI, and resided in Chippewa Falls, WI. Sheila was a beautiful soul who loved endlessly and unconditionally. She took joy in working in her garden and taking walks through the woods. She enjoyed all things nature. She loved crafting and playing with her grandbabies, but most of all she loved her family.

Sheila attended Chi-Hi, got her GED, and recently attained her CNA license. She was on track to fulfill her lifelong passion for helping people in need.

Sheila is survived by her parents Ronald and Carol Harel; grandmother Evelyn Harel; four children Brandon Harel, Kerry Wooley, Krista Harel, and Kaitlin Harel; sister Angelia (Alan) Sonnentag; five nieces; one nephew; 9 grandchildren; long time partner Dave.

She joined her maternal grandparents Evelyn and Roy Crist; paternal grandpa Louis Harel; aunt Patti; other aunts and uncles; many beloved friends.

Sheila was a smart, fun-loving, kind-hearted, creative soul and will be deeply and sincerely missed by all who knew her.

There will be a celebration of life on January 22nd from 1-4pm at the Cremation Society of Wisconsin in Altoona, WI. All who knew her and her family are welcome.