1951
2017
Sheila Margaret Mark, the beloved wife of 34 years to Robert Mark, passed away on November 10th, 2017 in Carson City, Nevada.
Sheila was born on March 29th, 1951 in Torphins, Scotland, the second daughter to Donald and Agnes Davidson, after her older sister Mary. She grew up in Ballater, Scotland and developed as sense of adventure and fearlessness from exploring the hillsides of her village. She continued her secondary education at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland, achieving a Masters in Geography and numerous honors and accolades for her research work. Her wanderlust took her on to travel throughout Southeast Asia writing and researching for oil and gas magazines.
In February 1983, she met and dated her future husband Robert in Bangkok, Thailand. Just a few weeks later, Robert proposed on her birthday and the two were married on June 28th, 1983 in Singapore. They became a amazing team that would go on to travel the world together and adapt to numerous cultural homes as expatriates from their respective home countries, as well as raise together one daughter, Kirsty.
They lived in Saudi Arabia as a family for 13 years, where Sheila worked in the American schools. She was dearly appreciated and loved by her coworkers and the children alike. Sheila and Bob retired and moved to Minden, Nevada in 2004, where she has resided until her passing.
Sheila was a brilliant, strong and fiercely independent woman with amazingly quick wit and great sense of humor. She was a special, wonderful companion and will be sincerely missed by all that knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents Donald C Davidson and Agnes H Mckay, her brother-in-law Gillespie Munro, sister-in-law Mary Straub, and brother-in-law Leo Weisbender.
She is survived by her immediate family; her husband Robert Mark; her daughter, Kirsty Poore (Mark) and son-in-law, Jacob Poore; grandson, Matthew Poore; her Sister, Mary Munro; and many more family members both in Scotland and in the United States.
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December 29, 2017
Dear Bob and Kirsty
My condolences on Sheila's passing. I have fond memories of working with her at Abqaiq School.
Veronica Anderson
December 5, 2017
Wendy and Josh Cocker
Dear Bob, Kirsty, Jacob and Matthew, Our hearts go out to you at this very sad time. As you well know, Sheila and Wendy, along with Terry, had such fun at Dhahran Hills School as The Three Monkeys, and Sheila always had us laughing. We so enjoyed our visits with you in Nevada in 2014 and 2016, and the memory of our time together, the laughter and the more serious chats, is strong in our memories. You were such a team, which of course makes her passing all the sadder. Our love, thoughts and prayers wing across the ocean to you all.
December 3, 2017
James Dillard
I've been trying to formulate something to say but words seem so meaningless compared to how I feel. She has been a key person in my life. There has never been a person like her. I grew up with her stubborn but loving way and its been with me forever.
James Dillard
December 1, 2017
Denise McCourt
Dear Bobby, Rick and I are so saddened to hear of Sheila's passing. We both have such fond memories of her from your visits to Southern California over the many years. How lucky we were to have known Sheila, to have heard her many stories of adventure, and to have experienced her genuine warmth and laughter! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Kirsty.
November 30, 2017
Al Wiatrek
Dear Bobby
My sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Sheila. We will always remember Sheila for her charm, warmth, and wit.
November 29, 2017
Mike & Ruth Kelly
Dear Bob & Kirsty, our condolences in these trying times, over 30 years of remembrances from Aberdeen, Singapore and sailing in the south China Sea - the adventures we all had. Our love and prayers are with you both.
Mike & Ruth Kelly in Singapore
November 29, 2017
Jan Solesbee-Waite
Bob & Kirsty, I send my love, thoughts, & prayers for the loss of dearest Sheila. She has always had a place in my heart filled with wonderful memories of the times we shared together in our Dhahran Hills Kindergarten classroom when she was my assistant. Sheila was an accomplished artist who conducted all the student small group advanced art activities with skill and creativity. Besides, her artistic gifts, Sheila was such a wonderful friend who always kept me laughing with her astute & unique sense of humor!
November 29, 2017
Minh Branton
Dear Bob,
I am very sad to hear the great loss of your lovely wife and companion Sheila for many years. I did not have many chances to meet Sheila in Saudi Arabia but the times I met and talked to her always remind me of a cheerful, positive and compassionate person. I am sure Sheila will be missed by all including me who have come to know her. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Your friend always, Minh
November 29, 2017
Michael & Joanne Buckely
Our most sincere condolences, we have fond memories of Sheila and will remember her generosity and warmth.
November 29, 2017
Jan & Noel Waite
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Sheila and you will forever be part of our memories and fun times together in KSA.
November 29, 2017
Phil Churchfield
Dear Bob
My condolences to you, your family and friends, in this trying time for you all.
Saddened by news of Sheilas passing, I hope and trust you will find comfort in celebration of the good fortune you have had, through her presence in your lives.
November 28, 2017
Mark Oehler
Always thankful to Bob and Shelia for their hospitality and generosity in Saudi Arabia. They put me at ease during difficult times, and showed me the ropes on activities critical to survival in Aramco. Many thanks to Bob and Sheila...she will be greatly missed by all.
November 19, 2017
Christine McLennan
Remembering happy times with Sheila, Kirsty and Bob during visits to Scotland.Sheila will always be missed and loved by us but never forgotten. Bob and Kirsty, we reach across the sea to hold your hands during this very difficult time. All our love from your family in Scotland.Mary, Iain, Christine and Roddy.
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