Sheila M. (Hazel) Pike

Sheila Hazel Pike, 79, died peacefully surrounded by her family in New Jersey. Sheila was born in 1945 in Revere, Massachusetts. She was raised by her mother Mary Frances Harrington alongside her two brothers John Powers and William Hazel. Sheila and her brothers often recounted the many wonderful times they had growing up on Revere Beach exploring the shores, playing on the boardwalk, and at times, getting into what Sheila would call "mischief." Sheila loved donating her time to many civic organizations, especially political campaigns, which led her to meet her lifelong partner and husband Charles Pike. The two met at a rally where she worked as a Peabody girl, supporting a campaign for former Governor Peabody of Massachusetts. Charlie, who was a recent graduate of Boston College, found Sheila’s playful nature endearing. The two found a special connection exploring New England on the weekends and relaxing on the picturesque coastline. They married in 1969 and moved to Winthrop, Massachusetts. Within a few years, the couple welcomed two daughters Kristen and Stephanie. They moved their family to Lynnfield, Massachusetts in the summer of 1977, where they lived for the rest of their lives. Sheila, a woman filled with compassion and empathy, took great pride in being part of her community. She volunteered countless hours as a teacher's assistant in the Special Education Program for the Lynnfield Public Schools and was always the first mom to raise her hand to lead a local Girl Scout troop. She truly understood the ethical principle of “love thy neighbor” and went out of her way to be at the bedside of an ailing neighbor offering them emotional and practical support. Sheila’s true love was always her family and home. Her two daughters were her pride and joy. Sheila always encouraged her children to be active and involved. Each day was filled with activity and adventure. She fostered their love for learning and trying new experiences that they pass down to their children even today. In her free time, she could often be seen outside tending to her garden, making sure her plantings were meticulous. She had a knack for decorating and never overlooked the tiny details that would make every event a special occasion. As she grew older, her creativity expanded into sewing and scrapbooking, hobbies that would later be passed down to her family. In 2002, Sheila and Charlie welcomed the first of their five grandchildren. She extended her familiar selflessness and endless devotion to her grandchildren and some of her happiest moments were spent with them. As a wife, mother, and nana, she was adored. She never missed a birthday party, musical, recital, or sporting event that they were involved in, often driving hours to be a part of their special moments. The children would often look out into the crowd, seeing her beaming with pride at their accomplishments. In their later life, family vacations and travel became important. Although Cape Cod was their first love for summer vacations, they also enjoyed traveling abroad. This led Sheila to England and Ireland where she reconnected with distant family members. Sheila treasured these memories and recounted these years as the fondest of her life. Sheila cherished the family they built, which was evident upon her passing, as she was surrounded by the beautiful pictures and memories her life was filled with. Preceded in death by her husband Charles Pike, she is survived by her daughters Kristen Landolfi and Stephanie Martino. Proud grandmother of Olivia, Samantha, Paige, Jack, and Charlotte. Affectionately known as “the honeybee,” she will always be remembered for her friendly, chatty nature, and kindheartedness. 

Family and friends are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am on Wednesday, August 20th, at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 758 Salem Street Lynnfield, Massachusetts.