Shelia Merriweather, 61, of Cadiz, Passes Away

Longtime social worker and community member remembered for her love of family and hobbies.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 1:37am

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Shelia Rose Merriweather, a 61-year-old resident of Cadiz, Kentucky, passed away on March 17, 2026 at her home. Merriweather was the daughter of Sarah Talley Cox and James Gray, and worked as a social worker at Pennyroyal Mental Health. In her free time, she enjoyed fishing, reading, writing, shopping, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Why it matters

Merriweather's passing is a loss for the Cadiz community, where she was an active member of True Gospel Church of God in Christ and worked to support those with mental health needs as a social worker. Her dedication to her family and hobbies made her a beloved figure in the town.

The details

Shelia Rose Merriweather is survived by her two children, Elizabeth Carneal (Ezekiel) Conaway and Robbie Carneal, as well as her siblings Feleica Burse and Christian Gray Cephus. She was preceded in death by her brother James 'Jab' Gray. Memorial services will be held on March 28, 2026 at Gamble Funeral Home.

  • Shelia Merriweather passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
  • Memorial services will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 12:00 pm.

The players

Shelia Rose Merriweather

A 61-year-old resident of Cadiz, Kentucky who worked as a social worker at Pennyroyal Mental Health and was an active member of her local church.

Sarah Talley Cox

Shelia Merriweather's mother.

James Gray

Shelia Merriweather's father, who preceded her in death.

Elizabeth Carneal (Ezekiel) Conaway

One of Shelia Merriweather's two children.

Robbie Carneal

One of Shelia Merriweather's two children.

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The takeaway

Shelia Merriweather's passing is a loss for the tight-knit Cadiz community, where she was known for her dedication to her family, her faith, and her work supporting those with mental health needs. Her memory will live on through the lives she touched as a social worker and the family and friends who cherished her.