The tragic death of Sheila Hercules, Vice President of Norwex, has left an unfillable void in the hearts of all who knew her. At just 64 years old, she was taken from us far too soon, and her passing has stunned the Toronto community. Sheila was fatally assaulted in her Pickering home, allegedly by her 25-year-old son, Aidan Hercules.
The Durham Regional Police Service responded to the scene early Sunday morning, and Sheila was later declared deceased at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. Sheila, known for her passion and exuberance, was much more than a corporate leader. She was a force of nature, and her presence at Norwex was impossible to ignore.
A true visionary, Sheila was loved by colleagues for her leadership style that was both empowering and uplifting. She was the type of person who would walk into any room with an aura of joy—described by those who knew her best as the person who entered like a fuzzy rainbow unicorn, sparklers in hand, bringing a wave of positive energy wherever she went.
Her sudden and tragic death leaves a profound sense of loss for Norwex, her family, and friends, but her legacy of leadership, joy, and unshakeable positivity will continue to resonate. Sheila Hercules may no longer be with us, but the impact she made on those around her will never be forgotten.