Shelva Etgen, age 81, of Celina, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Celina Manor. She was born June 13, 1938, in St. Sebastian,
to the late Albert & Florentine (Link) Niekamp.

Shelva is survived by her partner of many years, Bob Ritchie of Celina, son, Brent (Linda) Unger of Sebring, Florida, daughter, Kim (Jeff) Everman of Celina, grandchildren: Kyle Everman, Brock Willrath, Craig Everman, and Tyler Everman, five great grandchildren, and her step-children.

Also surviving are a sister and two brothers: Joyce (Ron) Deger, Darrel (Connie) Niekamp, and Barry (Linda) Niekamp, and a son-in-law, Bruce Willrath.

Shelva was preceded in death by a daughter, Babette Willrath.

She was a graduate of Marion Local High School, and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Celina VFW Post #5713. An avid crafter, Shelva enjoyed painting, ceramics, and collecting and restoring vintage dolls.

Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Thursday, January 23, at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina, with Pastor Randy Christian, officiating. Burial will follow at Mendon Cemetery.

Calling Hours are from 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon on Thursday, at the Funeral Home in Celina.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Community Health Professionals Hospice. Condolences can be expressed at dickandsonshellwarthfh.com.