BORN

1939

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Donald L. Barber Funeral Home - Homer

5016 US Route 11

Homer, New York

Sheila Comfort Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 5, 2011.

Sheila Teahan Harter Comfort formerly of Naples, Florida and the Homer/Cortland area passed away from ovarian cancer on August 3, 2011 at Rutland Regional Medical Center. Sheila was 72 years old.

Sheila was born March 16, 1939 to Beatrice and Earl Teahan. She graduated with honors from Homer Central High School Class of 1957. She married Laurence Comfort on June 7th, 1958. She worked as a secretary for R.H. Miller and Monk's Express, a tax preparer for H & R Block, and finally as a Claims Examiner for the New York State Unemployment Division until her unexpected disability in 1982.

In 1982, at the age of 43, Sheila survived a horrific hospital error that left her in a wheelchair and without her beautiful voice.

Sheila is predeceased by both parents, her adoptive father, Henry Harter; and infant granddaughter, Ann Marie Comfort. Sheila's father was killed in an automobile accident when she was five days old.

Before her disability, Sheila was an avid bowler and was inducted into the Bowling Hall of Fame in 1983; an honor she shared with her mother. She was treasurer for the Bowling Association for several years. At one point, Sheila was also a Girl Scout leader.

Sheila enjoyed her time in Florida with her husband. Even though Sheila was robbed of her voice, she was still known to throw out witty zingers in a loud whisper. She enjoyed eating out with their several friends, playing bingo at Paradise Point, and making a weekly visit to a local casino with her dear friend, Star.

Sheila is survived by her husband of 53 years, Laurence Comfort. Three children; Rebecca Ruby of Alaska, Scott and Regina Comfort of Cortland, NY, and Scott and Vicki Shaddock of Fair Haven, VT. Six grandchildren; Scott Comfort, Jr., Kayla Comfort Grinnell, Sydni, Gable, Logan, and Chloe Shaddock. Two great grandchildren; Hope and Michael.

Calling hours will be held at the Donald L. Barber Funeral Home, 5016 N. Main St., Homer, NY on Sunday, August 7th from 4-7 pm.

A graveside service will be at Virgil Cemetery on Monday, August 8th at 11:00 a.m.. A celebration of Sheila's life will be held at the Homer Elk's Club immediately following the burial.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Homer Fire Department, P.O. Box 58, Homer, NY 13077 or to the Foley Cancer Center c/o RRMC, Allen Street, Rutland, Vermont, 05701.

Letters of condolence may be sent to Larry Comfort c/o Vicki Shaddock, 12 West Street, Fair Haven, Vermont, 05743.

Arrangements under the direction of Donald L. Barber Funeral Home, Homer, New York.

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August 14, 2011

Larry and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Laurie & Brian Pepper

August 8, 2011

So sorry for your loss!

August 8, 2011

Martha & Gene Vossler

Larry & Family, May you gather to remember all the good things and times that you enjoyed together with Sheila.
She was a special part of our class of '57; and we as classmates recall the many ways she enriched our time together. Be comforted with your good memories and by clinging to one another and the friends who are there for you this day, we pray. With our
care and prayers, Gene & Martha

August 7, 2011

Shelia was a sweet and special person and we will miss her. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Paul and Pat Dimick

August 7, 2011

Dear Larry,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Sheila. Our school years were made better because of her presence. She had many issues over the years since then, but always had a smile and a kind word for all. Phil and Marian(Franklin) Guy

August 6, 2011

Dear Larry,
I was so sorry to hear of Sheila's death. We had so many good times together as children, going back and forth between our homes and I have fond memories of our many escapades. My heart and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Sue Wentworth Loope

August 6, 2011

Les & Jean Warren

Hi Larry and All:
Sorry about Sheila, Always enjoyed her and her Mother at the bowling alley

August 6, 2011

Diantha

Larry, you and your family are in my prayers. Sheila was a dear friend in my schooldays and I know she never lost her sense of fun and humor in spite of all she suffered. Having been widowed twice, I deeply sympathize with what you are going through now. You are blessed with supportive family and friends. Diantha (Danni Harris) Brown

August 6, 2011

Larry,
Shelia was always a delight to be around.
We are thinking of you and remembering the good times in Naples.
Bob & Shirley Ulrich

August 6, 2011

Larry,
Our thoughs and prayers are with you and your family. Eleanor & Joe Fischer

August 6, 2011

Larry,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,Elinor and Wayne

August 5, 2011

Our thoughts are with you old friend.
Doug & Betty Perkins

August 5, 2011

larry
sheila was wonderful. i have been there also .donna,s death taught me that there are no words...
don reynolds

August 5, 2011

Jan and Jake Lauer

Larry, Please accept our deepest sympathy. Sheila was a wonderful person, in which we were glad to have had the pleasure of knowing.
sincerely, Jan and Jake Lauer

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