Sheldon Lewis Eckrote

Sheldon Lewis Eckrote, 36, of Winston-Salem, passed away at his home on September 14, 2024. Sheldon was born on May 12, 1988, to Brenda James Eckrote and Gary Lewis Eckrote in Danville, PA. He was a graduate of State College Area High School, State College, PA. From the age of 15, Sheldon worked with passion in the hospitality industry at various restaurants and taverns in State College, PA. He continued that path of passion to serve others when he moved to Winston-Salem in 2011. His magnetic personality touched all those he interacted with. Sheldon lived a joy-filled life; his energy and laughter were infectious. His thoughtfulness and kindness made him a best friend to many. His work ethic and leadership talent garnered much respect. Sheldon’s current responsibility was as General Manager of Recreation Billiards, Winston-Salem. 

In addition to his father, Sheldon was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lewis Eckrote and Helene Eisenhower Eckrote, and his maternal grandfather whom he never had a chance to know, Daniel James. 

Surviving are his mother, Brenda James Poland and her spouse, Harry, of Palmyra, PA; two brothers, Brandon Eckrote of Bellefonte, PA, and Justin Eckrote of Warriors Mark, PA; maternal grandmother, Marie Klein James; niece and nephew, Emma and Levi Eckrote; a large extended family; his girlfriend of 5 years, Hillary Jones; many friends and his beloved pets. 

A celebration of Sheldon’s life will be held from 5:30-8:30 PM, Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Footnote in Winston-Salem, NC. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, on October 11, 2024, at Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church in Danville, PA. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com