Shirley Essling
October 12th, 1926 - November 12th, 2017
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Shirley's Obituary
Shirley J. Essling, 91, of St. Joseph, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2017, at Lakeland Medical Center- St. Joseph.
Shirley was born on October 12, 1926, to Oscar and Leota (Young) Sjoberg in Michigan City, IN. She graduated from Michigan City High School. On August 28, 1948, Shirley married Richard Essling. Shirley enjoyed sewing and embroidery. Her most cherished time was spending time and creating a home with her family.
Shirley is survived by her husband, Richard; children, Steven (Joann) Essling of Dowling, MI, Cindy (Bob) Diemond of Finchville, KY and Sharon Essling of Bloomingdale, IL; grandchildren, Seth (Dr. Carla) Essling of Evansville, IN and Lynn Essling of Dowling, MI; great-grandchildren, Marcus, Vivian and Faye; and many nieces and nephews.
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, James Sjoberg and Dorothy MacArthur.
Mass of Christian Burial will be recited on Friday, November 17, 2017, at 2:00 PM, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 220 Church St., St. Joseph, with V. Rev. Robert Creagan officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Those wishing to leave a condolence online may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com.
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