Sheila Meek

She struggled for many years with Alzheimer's disease.

She is survived by her daughter, Julie Kazmi, her two grandsons, Noah and Wolfie, her sister, Margot Hamann, as well as several nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces.

From a young age, Sheila was a big dreamer. At eighteen years old she moved away from her family and friends in England, towards big dreams in the United States. She naturalized and became a US Citizen in 1968, and her immediate family eventually followed her. Sheila worked hard all of her life. She was proud to be an American and a patriot.

Sheila had many different careers including secretary, hairdresser, florist, liquor store owner, caretaker for the elderly, and, as most notoriously known, a bar owner. A true Pacific Beach legend, Sheila's legacy will not be forgotten. Sheila has provided PB with 50 years of hospitality.

A pioneer for women in business, Sheila was respected in Pacific Beach and known for her hospitality. In 1972 Sheila, along with her husband Tommy, started up and named their first bar Stinger's. In 1980 they sold Stinger's, and bought The Silver Fox Cocktail Lounge. Sheila and Tommy divorced in 1983, and Sheila took over The Fox. As a woman in the bar business at that time, Sheila became a trailblazer, paving the road for many women behind her.

Sheila was gracious and kind. She was generous to all who knew her, and she was loyal to a fault. Her smile and laughter lit up any room, people would gravitate towards her, and she was always making friends. She is loved and adored by many.

In lieu of flowers, a small donation can be made to the Alzheimer's Association in her name.