Shelia Smith, Exuberant Teacherâs Aide, Dies at 61
At her rural Alabama school, she was beloved by students, especially those with special needs, and by her colleagues. She died of complications of Covid-19.
Shelia Smith in 2020. She spent 20 years at an Alabama elementary school, working mostly with children with special needs.Credit.via Smith family
April 16, 2021Updated 2:45 p.m. ET
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Shelia Smith was raised in rural Alabama and had an irresistible ebullience. âShe never met a stranger,â her daughter, Shunkisha D. Smith, said.