Sheila Cooke Stancil
January 17, 1951 – October 8, 2025
Sheila Cooke Stancil, 74, of Middlesex, NC, passed away October 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 17, 1951, in Raleigh, NC, to the late Douglas Bryant Cooke and Lovie Liles Cooke.
Sheila found great joy in being near the water—whether at the beach, swimming, or boating. She loved to travel, especially with her family, and was deeply devoted to her grandchildren. Her prayers for them were constant and full of love.
A caring and supportive mother, Sheila was also known for her warm heart, her generous spirit, and her country cooking. She loved her church and the community she found there, which remained an important part of her life. Sheila had a lively spirit who adored music, dancing, and karaoke.
Sheila is survived by her loving children, Dawn Carter Griffin (Reggie Peedin), Richard Bryant Stancil (Jessica Ruhl Stancil), and Eliza Douglas Stancil (Kevin Michael Reece); her grandchildren, Tyler Shane Griffin, Heather Dawn Griffin, William “Brooks” Stancil, Ashlynn Lovie Stancil, Aubrey Nicole Stancil, Emma Lynn Stancil, and Matthew West Grady; and one great-granddaughter, Emery Layne Carroll. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, who passed in 2014, John West Stancil; her brother, Douglas Barbee Cooke; and her sister, Connie Kay Wood.
A visitation will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, October 10, 2025, at Baptist Tabernacle Church, 1599 NC-231, Wendell, NC 27591, with a funeral service starting at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Arrangements are with Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory, 211 W. Third Street, Wendell, NC 27591 www.stricklandfuneral.com
7 Comments
My sweet Granny! Oh how I love you & miss you so much already😕 Fly high and watch over our family. Until we meet again 🫶🏼😇
My prayers and condolences to Dawn and the grandchildren.
You were one of the first “mamas” I met hanging out in Zebulon when I was around 16. You were always so much fun! I’ve known you n been around you all these years n have always loved you! You will certainly be missed so much! You n dawn have always been like me n my mama, so close. Prayers for everyone in your family n I’ll always be here.
My heart is with Eliza, Dawn, Richard and the entire family. Sending my love & deepest condolences to you all, Your Mama was such a special, funny, fun and loving person that I’m so grateful to have grown up next door to. My childhood is immersed in memories of her laughter & getting Precious to sing. Thinking of you all & keeping you close in my prayers as you navigate this. May memories of wonderful times together bring you comfort. Love you, Susie
My funny dear Sheila…..All the Zebulon Moms and ladies enjoyed her crazy humor and fun times at the Zebulon pool, many summers ago. Sheila was always the one that made us laugh and forget all our problems. We Love You and Pray for your family during this sad time. May You Rest in Peace, dear friend❤️Love, Bonnie Hicks Glover
I will always cherish the childhood memories of growing up beside you on Oak Street in Zebulon…you with your parents & me with mine. Later in life when we met again we shared together the same feelings, the same two homes that are still standing side by side. We talked about how we both drive down Oak St. now wishing we could walk back thru them to reminisce …to see where our momma’s cooked at the stove & to sit a while on the porch. You were a sweet lady with the talent of making a connection with everyone & making them feel special and loved. I love you & I’m gonna miss you my dear friend & third cousin! (Liles side) -Hugs & prayers for your family.
Dear Sheila. You were a joy to the Barham family. You were both friend and family. Thank you for being the wonderful person, full of love, joy and laughter! For reaching out to me in January. I know you will be greatly missed by many! My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dawn, Liza and Richard! Your mom was a solid rock you could always count on to support each of you! God bless you all!
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