Sheila Selene Davis Wallace was born on November 9, 1956, in Jellico, TN, the daughter of the late Walter Kelly and Bobbie Cleo Butcher Davis. As a secretary for Waynesboro Middle School, Sheila dedicated herself to her work and touched the lives of countless students and colleagues.
Sheila was a member of Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church. Her deep spirituality guided her, providing her strength during challenging times. Sheila embraced life with an infectious enthusiasm. She found joy in the simple pleasures, whether it was cheering on her favorite Nascar drivers or admiring the vibrant blooms in her husband’s garden. She had a knack for bringing people together through her cooking and had an adventurous spirit that led her to explore new places whenever possible. But above all else, Sheila treasured time spent with her two grandchildren. Their laughter brought light to her eyes, and she cherished every moment, creating memories with them that would be forever etched in their hearts.
Sheila’s incredible strength shone brightly throughout her life as she faced a 13-year battle with cancer. Her unwavering faith in God became a testament to others, inspiring those around her to find hope even in the darkest of times.
On October 18, 2023, at the age of 66 years, 11 months, and 9 days, Sheila peacefully passed away in Waynesboro, TN.
She is survived by her husband, Danny Leon Wallace of Waynesboro, TN; a daughter, Danielle Selene Wallace of Waynesboro, TN; two brothers, Larry Davis of Adamsville, TN, James Davis of Hazel Park, MI; two grandchildren, Carson Daniel Frazier, Emmy Reese Frazier.
In addition to her parents, Sheila was preceded in death by a brother, Rick Davis.
Services were held Sunday, October 22 at 3:00 pm at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Waynesboro, TN with Shackelford Funeral Directors assisting the family.
Burial was at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Nashville, TN on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.
In Lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Cancer Treatment Centers of America, St. Jude, or for any Adenocarcinoma cancer research.
