Sheila Robin McCarty

Sheila Robin McCarty 65, of Salt Lake City, Utah passed away peacefully at home on the morning of May 26, 2018 surrounded by family and friends after a long struggle of multiple illnesses. Sheila was born January 24, 1953 in Ogden, Utah to Rex A. Beckstead and Phoebe Tullis.  

Sheila had been married twice and had three wonderful, beautiful children who she loved more than anything in this world. She loved teaching her kids how to fish, cook, and care for animals especially any dog that came their way. Her best friend is Duke, her pitbull companion, she always dreamed of opening her own pitbull sanctuary in Utah. She made friends wherever she went. She had a rough life but always wore a beautiful smile.

Survived by her daughter Robin (John Power); three grandaughters: Arica Dawn (Mike), Kyleigh Jade, and Amber Rose (Austin); one great-grandson, Titus Joseph; and siblings, Shauna and Mark Beckstead.  

She was preceded in death by her two sons, Jady Rex and Jeremy James; her best friend, Duke; two sisters, Jackie and Dawn; and her parents, Rex and Phoebe.

A memorial service will be held at a later time.

Waves of Faith – An Angel’s Hand

An angel whispered in my ear

Believe in me and have no fear

Come with me and take my hand

I will take you to another land

A place of peace a place of light

don’t be afraid just hold on tight

Your earth days are done but don’t be sad

Remember all the times you had

Loved one will join don’t despair

You have many in heaven waiting there

Your body dies your soul is free

That’s why you get to fly with me.

~John F. Connor