Nancy E. Shelley, 78, of Elkhart, passed away unexpectedly to be with the Lord at her residence on Sunday, December 31, 2023. She was born in Champaign, IL on July 5, 1945, to the late Francis and Isabelle (McDaniel) Ward.

Nancy is also preceded in death by her loving husband, Ervin Shelley; former spouse, Hawk Eash; and her siblings, Norma Henson, Peggy Huckstep, Ronnie Ward, Earl Ward, Mike Ward, and Sally. She is survived by her children, Michelle (Holly) Shelley, Charles (Margie) Shelley, and Michael Vandiver; stepchildren, Carmen, Rhonda, Glenda, Ervin, and Renee; six grandchildren, Tiffany, Johnny, Crystal, Jennifer (Jerilynn), Destiny (Billy), and Sophia; seven great grandchildren; siblings, Francis "J.R." Ward and Billy Jo Ward; and her caregivers, Richard Jones and Paula Berdette.

A private family service will take place at a later date. In accordance with Nancy's wishes, was chosen and she will be laid to rest with her husband, Ervin, at Prairie Street Cemetery at a later date as well.

Nancy was a kind, loving, and sweet woman who loved her family with her whole heart. She had a talent for sewing and could fix just about anything you brought to her. In her family, Nancy was the caregiver who made sure you knew you were loved and taken care of. She was fun loving and had a quick-witted sense of humor. In her spare time, she enjoyed watching her westerns, listening to modern and early 90's country music, and sipping on a nice hot sweet tea (or hot toddy depending on the occasion) from time to time. Nancy will be greatly missed by her loving family.