In memory of Heidi Shelton
(June 28, 1971 - October 15, 2019)
“Thousand Moments:
I still remember the day the world took you back & there was never time to thank you for the thousand scattered moments you left behind to watch us while we slept.” ― Brian Andreas
“Anyone can slay a dragon...but try waking up every morning and loving the world all over again. That's what takes a real hero.” ― Brian Andreas
We lost a dear, beautiful soul.
My friend fought an uphill battle against depression. She was so STRONG. TOUGH. COURAGEOUS. HOPEFUL. She fought. And she fought hard. But as one of her friends said, this is “…a demon that leaves no one intact (MR).” It is heartbreaking that she is even further beyond our reach. I gathered all the memories I had of her, from our Nordstrom days to our times discovering + navigating our new life in Los Angeles, CA. Heidi was a gifted artist. She had such a deep compassion, a kind heart, an infectious smile, a beautiful spirit. I struggle to find all the right words…how to best honor her life and her amazing spirit. So I hope this virtual memorial helps you feel a little closer to her.
Her birthday is this month, June 28th. So here’s to celebrating her life. Love, Cathy (6/14/2020)
ABOUT HEIDI SHELTON
A beautiful tribute written by her friend + stylist, Mellicia Marx
Core member of the Design Leadership Forum by InVision
This is CX, Episode 31: A CX day special with Sephora's Heidi Shelton
Episode 31: A CX Day Interview with Heidi Shelton
Speaking engagement for Customer Experience Professionals Association (CXPA)
Workshop Instructor at General Assembly
Medium page + Founder of Connect UX Consulting
Her career in User Experience + Product Design: LinkedIn
Art exhibition in Hollywood for the RAW Artists event
Her art business: Hadsy Studios
Minka’s Instagram :)
RESOURCES | Understanding Mental Health
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): Depression
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7 ) | 1-800-273-8255
Know the signs at www.suicideispreventable.org
Psych Central: Depression Hotline Numbers
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
UDEMY Course: Emotional Intelligence: Master Anxiety, Fear, & Emotions
Yale Course: The Science of Well-Being
FROM SEATTLE TO LOS ANGELES,
Heidi’s Ultimate Guide to LA
If you’re in LA, consider Heidi as your spiritual tour guide. She’ll be with you in spirit as you enjoy the journey through HER Los Angeles. Cool? Cool.
A chronological journey (2014 - 2018) of Heidi’s adventures as we discovered Los Angeles together. These are adventures we checked off her list, delicious snacks we ate, fun events we attended, cool people we met (or creeped from a distance, sorry LL Cool J) and the amazing friends made along the way.
Heidi LOVED the sun and the beach. She loved feeling the sand between her toes, the sound of the waves, the smell of the salt air. It was renewing and cleansing. And hopeful. She chased her dreams. She’s a Pacific Northwest girl, but for me, she’ll always be a California Girl.
2014 | Nordstrom Days in Seattle, WA
2015 | MARCH | Heidi’s 1st visit to Los Angeles, CA
2015 | MAY | Heidi’s LA visit to see the band TRAIN
2015 | JUNE + AUGUST | Heidi’s LA visit + MINKA!
2015 | NOVEMBER | Heidi’s LA visit + 1st LA LAKER’S GAME
2016 | JANUARY | Heidi’s last visit before MOVING TO LA
2016 | MARCH | Heidi MOVES TO LA
2016 | APRIL to JULY | Heidi’s 1st year in LA
2016 | AUGUST to DECEMBER | Heidi’s 1st year in LA
2017 | FEBRUARY | Heidi’s 2nd year in LA + 1st Art Show
2017 | MARCH - SEPTEMBER | Heidi’s 2nd year in LA + last birthday in LA
None of us knew it at the time, but this would be her last birthday in LA together before she moved to San Francisco the following year for Sephora.
2017 | DECEMBER 23rd | Heidi’s 2nd year in LA + Pre-Xmas in Newport Beach
Newport sunset beach walk + pre-Christmas dinner with Heidi + Minka before they flew to Seattle to be with her family. None of us knew it at the time, but this would be our last holiday together before she moved to San Francisco the following year for Sephora. Heidi LOVED the beach. It was just the 3 of us and our pups, heaven.
2018 | Heidi’s last year in LA before MOVING TO SAN FRANCISCO
2018 | Heidi’s first year in SAN FRANCISCO
Love, Cathy
— Send a Hello! Or help. Or SNACKS.