Obituary of Sheila Poutsiaka

Sheila Poutsiaka, 80, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 14th, at Morristown Memorial Medical Center. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, and was a resident of Morristown for the past 30 years. While in New York, she worked as a stock broker but after an early retirement, she cultivated her ability and talent as an artist creating original works in fiber art, doll making, jewelry, and handbags. She also was an avid knitter, reader, and bridge player. In spite of the many medical challenges Sheila faced, she had an indomitable and enduring spirit. Her love of life was apparent to all. She was a former officer of the National Council of Jewish Women, a member of the Morristown Newcomers Club, and a member of several local book clubs. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Dr. John W. Poutsiaka, dear sister, Marilyn Parker (husband Barry Parker) beloved son, Michael Singer, beloved stepdaughter, Daphne Gregory-Thomas (husband Dean Thomas) stepson, William J. Poutsiaka (wife Dr. Debra DeFranca Poutsiaka) seven grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, one niece, one nephew, one great niece, a host of loving cousins, and many dear friends. A memorial gathering is on Sunday, April 17, at Dangler Funeral Home, 600 Speedwell Ave., Morris Plains, New Jersey, 07950, from 1-5pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made in Sheila’s memory to the Annual Fund c/o Foundation for Morristown Memorial Medical Center, 1st Floor, 475 South Street, 1st Floor, Morristown, NJ 07960. Donations may also be made on line at www.f4mmc.org. Checks may be made out to the Foundation for Morristown Medical Center.